31 weeks

Baby fruit size comparison: pineapple

Baby weight: 2.5-3.8 lb.

Mommy weight: 109 lb.

Mommy weight gain so far: 23 lb.

What's up with baby this week:  Brain development continues. All the five senses are working. 

Maternity Clothes: light jacket, sweater, sneaker. Time to get bigger bras.  

Sleep: Waking up daily every 2 hours for the bathroom. Nap once or twice a day.

Breathing: Same as previous weeks.Shortness of breath while lying down in bed or sitting back on the sofa. 

Worst moment this week: Oh my! I think I have stretch marks on both sides  of my belly. Little tiny reddish swirly lines. This belly is stretching out. Not bad...I just noticed them this week. 

Best moment this week:  The gender reveal baby shower hands down! Wonderful food, great friends and family. 

Movement: Lots of hiccups lasting 2-3 mins. Small movements after I eat and at night. 

Cravings: None. 

Labor Signs: Braxton hicks contractions continue and more often. Mostly at nights. 

Mood: Good. Just tired, but still getting through the day with no problem. 

Looking forward to: Third ultrasound this Monday to see how baby is developing. 

Note: Baby status based on The bump.