35 weeks pregnant and very ready for Levi to come

Well, it has been quite a while since I last posted. I am officially 35 1/2 weeks pregnant, however Levi is measuring quite large.
I have been in intense pain for the last 2 months or so and was having troubles walking or even moving around at all. My pelvis and back just feel like they are going to break. I recently started going to a chiropractor which has brought some relief and I can walk better now. However, I am still in a lot of pain and just ready for Levi to come out!

Anyways, the doctors can't explain what the pain is. I have been in Labor and Delivery twice for the pain and some pretty bad cramping. The first time they said it was normal, his heart beat was fine and sent me home. The second time, I was there for 8 hours and they realized this wasn't "normal". They gave me an IV for water and morphine, gave me a morphine shot, did an ultrasound, watched Levi's heart, and sent me home with a couple prescriptions. This was not fun at all! The ultrasound didn't reveal anything abnormal except the fact that Levi's feet are massive and measuring very big. Other than that... they sent me home hoping the pain would get better... and it got worse. Finally, I went to the chiropractor and found out I had multiple pinched nerves and some other little problems in the discs.

Then, my doctor ordered an ultrasound to check my placenta at 33 weeks. Everything looked normal and healthy... and we found out that Levi was quite large. At that time he was 5 lbs 8 oz. The "average" weight for that time was around 4 lbs. Levi also had a very very large head. At the time, the ultrasound tech just smiled and said "well your baby is pretty large and has a pretty big head but that's all Ill tell you". Then, my doctor called with the results and said his head was in the 95th percentile. And he was measuring around 2 weeks ahead of schedule (they didn't change my due date though because they say the earliest ultrasound is most accurate). So basically Levi takes after Steve... obviously. And he will be here early.









He is so precious. His little foot was right in his face and he even stuck his tongue out at us! He is very very low and head down so he is pretty ready to come out, and we are definitely feeling the same way.

Another big thing that has happened has been some issues with my doctor. After she gave me morphine and prescribed me vicodin... I started to feel a little uncomfortable. That and a couple other things just made me feel uneasy (not to mention upset my mom A LOT). Then, the doctor said she talked to another doctor who said "it probably wasnt the best idea to do vicodin so we'll take a step back and do morphine". That wasn't very reassuring.
So, after much thought and talk with some other people and prayer... I have decided to switch doctors. I realize this is not common specially so close to labor but I think this is what is best for me and Levi. I went into an office yesterday and signed over all my records from my previous place. The new office should be calling me today to let me know if they will take me this late. I am a little nervous but just praying and trusting that God will be in control and whatever happens would be for the best.

Anyways, Steve and I have been doing a lot of preparing for this little one to come! We bought a crib and have been trying to organize our place in a way that will give us enough room for all the extra stuff we'll be bringing in. It's been tough and exhausting but fun and exciting too! Steve has been SO wonderful and helpful. I would be a wreck without him.

So we completely rearranged our room. We added the crib, a really awesome vintage dresser and a shelf. The dresser and shelf are great however they are unfinished because in the summer we are going to paint them!!! I cant wait.

And just yesterday my friends threw me a baby shower! It was such a blessing! Everyone was wonderful and we got so many great stuff!!! It is just becoming more and more real and it's hard to believe that the party was for me.... and our son. Its just crazy.

So this week we are continuing to prepare. I am focusing on getting my hospital bag packed because at this time... you never know when its going to happen. I am also starting on some fun sewing projects like blankets, some cute onesies that I am going to sew stuff on, bibs and burp cloths.

Other than that... things are pretty much the same. Edgar got fixed yesterday so he has been kind of funny and out of it. He is such a great dog! I am excited to see how he is with Levi. I think he'll just be so curious at first and want to play. I cant picture there being any problems because Edgar is so relaxed and pretty passive. Im just hoping he doesnt get jealous. Anyways, he's growing fast and a lot of fun.

Here are some pictures of how much my belly has grown since 24 weeks!

24 weeks

25 weeks

26 weeks

27 weeks

28 weeks

29 weeks

30 weeks

31 weeks

32 weeks

33 weeks

34 weeks

I'm sure I will be updating this soon since a lot is probably going to happen pretty soon:)

I just want to say one more thing... through all of this God has never stopped being faithful. It is amazing the little ways he has provided all that we need and everyday we learn to lean on and trust in each other and God more and more.
Life is wonderful and although this has been very very difficult at times and a test of faith... I am happiest girl in the world! I have the most wonderful husband who never ceases to amaze me, a baby boy who reminds me of his presence every time he kicks me with those large feet, a great dog who makes me laugh all the time, a home that is small yet perfect and wonderful family and friends who bless me all the time! God is always good and always faithful and He has taught us a lot these past 8 months:)