27 Weeks

How far along: 27 Weeks - Officially in the third trimester

Total Weight Gain/Loss:  A little over 20 lbs. 

Maternity clothes: I'm wearing them exclusively now. 

Stretch marks: Quite a few on my stomach.

Sleep: I am not sleeping well. Every little thing wakes me up - when Wendel turns over in bed, when the boys cough, when I have to pee...as a result, I am tired all. the. time. Plus I think that magical 2nd trimester energy is gone for good. Man, I already miss it. It was so short-lived. Sigh. 

Best moment last week: I had an ultra sound yesterday and everything looks good.

Movement: I still feel you move frequently, often at night and in the morning when I'm laying down. Oliver has felt you move twice now, which he loves. His whole face lights up when he finally feels that kick.

Food cravings: Still chocolate, especially chocolate ice-cream lately (Breyers brand) with Stephen's Hot Chocolate (Dark Belgium Chocolate flavor) sprinkled on top. 

Baby Stats: You weigh 2 lbs. 10 oz, which is in the 89th percentile (according to the ultra sound tech yesterday). It's funny because the reason for the ultra sound was to measure your growth since there is a risk you might have low growth / weight and it turns out you're ahead of the curve. (Hoping you won't weigh 10 lbs by the time you're born.)

Symptoms:  Still backaches, exhaustion, I feel "heavy" (I can feel the extra weight from carrying you bearing on my legs when I walk up the stairs). I'm getting more uncomfortable with each passing week. Bending is very difficult. 

Labor signs: None (thankfully). 

Belly button - in or out? Out now.

What I miss: Having my body to myself and fitting into my size 6 clothes. Also, energy and sleeping better than I am. 

What I am looking forward to: Finishing your dresser and getting your clothes and your room organized (still).