Adventures in Pregnancy: 24 Weeks
8 Apr 2014
First things first, let’s break out the confetti and party hats: I passed my glucose test! With flying colors! I was really worried that I was going to fail it because I had read that you aren’t supposed to fast before this one-hour test. And then when I got there the lab tech told me otherwise. So I was pretty sure I had a three-hour version of this test coming up, and a 10-12 hour fast. To put this in perspective, if I don’t eat something roughly every two hours…look out. The worst part is that you have to chug this really sweet drink in 5 minutes…on an empty stomach. I have learned (the hard way!) that if I had even the tiniest sip of water on an empty stomach, I throw up immediately. So, great dread and trembling were my companions before getting the news. But hurray and hallelujah, apparently my body is doing a good job of processing sugar! And huge thanks to saintly Hillary, who not only got a sitter for her kids so she could come with me, but also chugged a Mountain Dew in solidarity. Friends like this come along once in a lifetime. I am so grateful for her!
We didn’t have an ultrasound at this appointment, but we did hear baby’s heartbeat, and that always makes me cry, even more than an ultrasound does. There’s something about being able to hear but not see that makes it all the more mysterious and magical. The Doppler was so loud that it startled him, and he kicked, which was really adorable too. Sweet baby.
I have now gained a grand total of 11 pounds, which is good, and I’m measuring right on track for where I am in the pregnancy. My iron is a little bit low, so I will be taking a supplement for the rest of the pregnancy (I think?), but hallelujah again, so far it has not made me sick. Apparently orange juice is the key–Vitamin C helps with absorption!
The doctor said that baby’s next growth spurt will be at 28 weeks, but I am feeling happy to at least be obviously pregnant now. Huzzah! In other happy news, we got the carseat and stroller frame this week (thanks, Mom and Dad!). There is much work to be done in the nursery and in general thing acquisition, but there is time, and that’s a good thing.
Physically, things are about the same, which is fantastic. Every now and again I have a rough night and ask Eric if he is still interested in having the next baby, but on the whole, I feel great. Tired, of course, and hungry like the wolf, but great nonetheless. It’s funny to realize the pregnancy markers I don’t have–my nails are not really stronger, and my hair does not seem to be any thicker or more awesome. Oh well. At least the cocoa butter I am using to prevent stretch marks smells delicious, like melted chocolate. Let it never be said that pregnancy doesn’t have its perks!
Apr 08, 2014 @ 05:11:38
That’s great news you passed your C6H12O6 test and even better news that you didn’t have any trouble taking it.
Apr 08, 2014 @ 21:58:55
Hahaha, I appreciate the scientific term! Yes, I was so relieved!
Apr 08, 2014 @ 06:11:11
glad you passed the test and now can relax and enjoy your food at wild abandon 🙂 You look fantastic!!
Apr 08, 2014 @ 21:59:11
Thank you! I am definitely enjoying it–everything tastes so good!!
Apr 08, 2014 @ 07:38:34
Well done on passing the test! Fortunately I didn’t have to take it, as in UK they only do it if they think you are at high risk 🙂 Also, did you only gained 11 pounds since the start??? OMG, last time I checked I had already gained 15, and it was a while back….
xxx
Apr 08, 2014 @ 22:01:03
Thank you! Honestly, I think that is probably a better system! I know so many people who fail the first one and pass the second…and fasting while pregnant just seems like unnecessary torture! Yes, it’s 11 pounds so far, but this is my first, so I am just growing more slowly. You look fantastic, and I am sure you are well within the normal range for a second baby! XOXO 🙂
Apr 08, 2014 @ 08:53:25
Congrats!! I’m so happy for you that you don’t have the do the 3 hour test. Lol. Also, great idea for the stroller frame…I didn’t even know those were a thing until Luna was around 6 months. I saw a lady with one and was immediately jealous. Way better than lugging around a carseat AND a huge stroller. Next baby I’ll definitely be getting one. I’m glad things are going well!
Apr 08, 2014 @ 22:02:34
Thank you so much! I hope you didn’t have to take the three-hour one either: torture! Ohhh, I’m so excited thinking about your next baby! Luna is so beautiful, and I know all your children will be:) I am excited for the stroller too! We haven’t taken it out of the box yet, but I am so happy that I won’t have to wake the baby up every time we go in and out of the car.:)
Apr 08, 2014 @ 11:06:43
and you look fabulous!!!! what a happy pregnant mommy-to-be!!!
Apr 08, 2014 @ 22:02:56
Thank you so much! So happy to be feeling good, and getting pummeled by tiny hands and feet:)
Apr 08, 2014 @ 14:06:23
yay! i flunked it my first time and passed my second.. what a relief..
you look great..
Apr 08, 2014 @ 22:03:47
Oh, so glad you passed! But sorry you had to take the second one: ugh! But obviously your precious boys are worth it:)
Apr 10, 2014 @ 13:15:39
“getting pummeled by tiny hands and feet :)” This is such a fun image and makes me excited for playing with these tiny hands and feet!! Congrats to all of you for passing your tests! I can hear the sighs of relief from here. 🙂
Apr 10, 2014 @ 21:50:33
Thank you! Whew, it was a relief, to be sure! Baby boy has really developed some new skills, and I love feeling him squirm around in there. never imagined I could be so in love with a person I haven’t met yet…but I am!