Hiccups!

Not a lot more to say than that!!! Edge got hiccups last night. I was suddenly aware of a slow, pulse type feeling. It was every couple of seconds and went on for about 10 minutes :-)

Midwife appointment

I had my next appointment with Irene today to check how Edge and I are doing. She did the usual checks - blood pressure, pulse, urine - which were all clear. 

When I lay down my bump was measured this time, to see if Edge is about the right size. As she was feeling my bump I asked if she could tell which bit of baby was where. She said she could!! That Edge is head down and the back is to my left at the moment. So when I see my bump go wonky, like a wedge shape, that is Edge's bottom sticking out!

Starting to get ready!

It has been ages since either of us has posted anything. The weeks are ticking by and I'm nearly at the third trimester already! Uni has finished and I have passed my first year. I won't be returning in September, but deferring for a year. Instead I have to work at KCC until maternity leave starts in October. I am proud of all I have achieved this year, especially being pregnant with a mushy brain for much of it!

I am fortunate that I have had a little time off before I should be recommencing my studies, which has allowed me to slow down and rest when I need to...something I am having to learn to do! It has also meant that we have been able to start getting things ready for Edge's arrival. The house has been taken over by baby stuff...who knew how much clobber a tiny person needs. Our bedroom has become part-nursery, with the arrival of the hammock, change table and rocking chair. Drawers and cupboards are filled with tiny clothes and warm blankets. Nappies are stacked high. All quite surreal, but so exciting!

Edge is moving about a lot more now. The peak of activity tends to be just as I am wanting to relax and sleep! Is this a sign of things to come?!