Comparing Pregnancies

We are now 37.5 weeks along with baby #2. Jason gets back tonight from a week and a half elk hunting trip to Montana. I am very thankful the baby did not decide to come while he was gone. It's been a little more difficult this week than I thought but thanks to my very supportive family, we made it through. I am tired and at times uncomfortable...especially at night. Even though Nash is only 20 months old, it's hard to remember some of the details about my pregnancy. Everyone asks me if this pregnancy is different from my pregnancy with Nash. So I thought I would try to do a little comparison anyway.

1. Morning sickness: I was nauseous during both pregnancies. I think it only lasted about 12 weeks with Nash and about 15 or so with this one. Not bad either time though. I really can't complain. I think I was pretty fortunate.

2. Cravings: With Nash I craved chicken noodle soup, ice cream and candy (Mike n Ikes and Skittles). With this pregnancy I still like my sweets but I haven't had any major cravings. The closest thing to a craving is the hot ham and cheese from Hungry Hobo (with a side of waffle fries please).

3. Baby activity: I remember Nash being active but not like this one. I think this one sleeps very little and likes to party! Some days I think this baby is going to exit spontaneously right through the side of my belly. :0)

4. Restless legs: If you have never had this, count your blessings. I don't remember which part of my pregnancy I had this with Nash but I definitely remember having it. I had it during my first and third trimesters this time. The only thing that helped was getting up and doing 100 or so calf raises followed by calf stretches. I would be exercising at 10pm or 3am, whenever the need occurred. This time Jason also tried rubbing my IT band on the side of my thigh. Rubbing might be the wrong word. It felt more like he was trying to puncture a hole in the side of my leg but he thought he was more effective that way. Even though it really hurt at the time, I have to say I fell asleep pretty quickly after his "treatments."

5. Fatigue: It's definitely different this time around. I was mostly tired during my first and third trimesters with Nash. I had more energy during my second trimester. When I was tired after work, I would take a nap. This time...NO CAN DO! When I get home from work, Nash is usually ready to read books and play. I know he's just helping me prepare for what's to come! :0)

Overall, it's been another good pregnancy!