And so the plans are already changing. My uncle graciously thought of us and the stories I regaled him with over the last couple of years about my lifetime dream of going to a Yankees game. He emailed me and said he had tickets to a game over Labor Day this year. I was so excited I immediately emailed him and told him how excited I was at the prospect of my dream trip.
One week later, I was making plans, like I tend to do, including an overnight visit to Washington D.C. and taking a (each way) 3.5 hr bus ride to NYC for the game. My husband and I started talking about how I will be 32 weeks along at that time. I will be substantially larger, more prone to needing a comfortable seat, breaks to walk around, access to food and a comfortable bathroom. We ultimately decided that we should not go on the trip this year. The 17 or more hours driving there would not be an easy trip either. Maybe next year.
Plans and priorities change. The cycle of life. Speaking of which, a good friend who was due end of June ended up going into labor 4 weeks early and having a healthy baby boy. Elliot James! How cute. So happy for the happy couple and their healthy baby. Good sized for coming so early. It was meant to be to spare his mommy a difficult large baby birth a month later. Good stuff. Good thing they were so prepared at home and work. Cannot plan everything, that is for sure.
My belly is starting to poke out more and I'm on the search for "the" maternity dress that will last for the long haul. Hoping to hit Target on our next out of town trip. Wish I could go to an Old Navy, but do not know when that will be. At this point I really have to try things on to make sure they fit. I can no longer eye-ball it anymore. Shirts that I think will fit are snug or too tight at this point. Crazy. I feel good and am loving the prune juice these days. Who knew?
This was taken last weekend out at the lake :)
17 Weeks
How your baby's growing:
Your baby's skeleton is changing from soft cartilage to bone, and the umbilical cord — her lifeline to the placenta — is growing stronger and thicker. Your baby weighs 5 ounces now (about as much as a turnip), and she's around 5 inches long from head to bottom. She can move her joints, and her sweat glands are starting to develop.
How your life's changing:
You may also notice your eyes becoming drier. Using over-the-counter lubricating drops may help. If your contact lenses become uncomfortable, try wearing them for shorter stretches of time. If you still have discomfort, switch to glasses until after you give birth.Starting to feel a bit off balance? As your belly grows, your center of gravity changes, so you may begin to occasionally feel a little unsteady on your feet. Try to avoid situations with a high risk of falling. Wear low-heeled shoes to reduce your risk of taking a tumble; trauma to your abdomen could be dangerous for you and your baby. You'll also want to be sure to buckle up when you're in a car — keep the lap portion of the seat belt under your belly, drawn snugly across your hips, and also use the shoulder harness, which should fit snugly between your breasts.
Dreams During Pregnancy
Many women report that their dream life shifts into high gear during pregnancy. Interestingly, during the second and third trimesters, you spend less sleep time in rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, the cycle in which most dreams occur. Why, then, all those frequent and vivid dream memories?
It's probably at least in part because you may be interrupting a dream-filled cycle when you wake up to pee, cope with heartburn, leg cramps, restless legs, or a backache, or to shift to a more comfortable position. Waking up during REM sleep makes you more likely to remember your dreams.
It may also be in part that dreams seem so vivid during pregnancy because for most women pregnancy is a time of such heightened emotions — from joy to apprehension and everything in between — but no one really knows for sure.
Here's a look at some common themes and what they may mean, according to Patricia Garfield, a clinical psychologist and author ofWomen's Bodies, Women's Dreams.
You're caring for baby animals. During the second trimester, many pregnant women dream about cuddly, baby-like animals, such as puppies, chicks, and kittens. Friendly creatures in your dreams are generally thought to signify that you're tuned in to your instincts. Menacing animals, on the other hand, may represent ambivalence about the strange new creature entering your life.
You have a sexy encounter with an old flame. Many mothers-to-be are concerned about their changing figure and its effect on their sex life — while many others feel more sexually charged than ever. Both feelings are often reflected in your dreams. Not only do erotic dreams offer comforting reassurance, but they may mirror the sexiness you feel during your waking hours, too.
Your mate is straying. If you dream that your partner hooks up with an ex-girlfriend or a total stranger, it can signal insecurity about holding his love and attention through a time of great change. Right now, you're dependent on the goodwill and support of those around you, especially your partner. Fearing his loss is a common emotional reaction to being pregnant.
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