Pregnancy Update Weeks 32-35 & Pubic Symphysis

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Weeks of Pregnancy: 32-35

What Happened During this Time: 

During this time honestly not a lot happened because we have been sticking pretty close to home and just spending time with friends and family now that we are closer to the end. However we did do several baby/pregnancy related things during this time: 

• We had a couple Doctors appointments, including another ultrasound where we found out baby boy was already 5 pounds 10 oz which we couldn't believe. That seemed huge to me but I was told that is still only about 65% for weight. He was also still head down, actually holding his feet during the ultrasound.
• Birth Class & Hospital Tour- we completed our birth and parenting class offered by our doctors office and that included our hospital tour and registration so it was great to get that all taken care of. 
• Finished the nursery- we have a couple really tiny things to do but overall we finished the nursery and don't have to worry about it for the rest of the pregnancy. 

Symptoms: 

Overall still feel like my symptoms are pretty minor but am experiencing a few things. 

• Heartburn- This has definitely picked up as the days go on, both heartburn and indigestion 
• Swelling- My swelling also increased during this time and only seems to be getting worse. It is the worst in my feet, especially my right foot. At this point I have one pair of tennis shoes that barely fit and one pair of slide on sandals I have been wearing most days. I stopped wearing my wedding rings and have just been sticking to a silicone version to be safe. 
• I will say this has been one of the symptoms that bothers me and freaks me out the most, some days my foot and lower leg just swell up so much it is crazy to think that it is normal but my doctor assured me everything is fine and it is just regular pregnancy swelling plus also probably made worse by the summer heat 
• Pelvic Pain/ Pubic Symphysis - I mentioned in my last update that around week 31 I started having pretty severe pelvic pain, when I went into the doctor that week she pushed on my pelvic bone and I about screamed. She let me know the tendons were severely inflamed and I had pubic symphysis. That was what was causing all my pelvic pain. Unfortunately there isn't much you can do for the pain other than modify your activities and wear a support belt to help relieve some of the weight and pressure being put on your pelvic area. 
• This has been my biggest symptom and the most uncomfortable, there are times when walking is very painful. However I will say using the belt and cutting out all lower body work has helped a lot. 

Cravings: 

• ICE- I think that is mostly just because it is hot, also obsessed with ice pops 

Aversions: No aversions during this time 

Weight Gain: A lot, but at this point I have accepted that I am doing pretty much everything I can do keep this in check short of eating a 100% clean diet. I have exercised my entire pregnancy and eaten healthy overall with a few extra treats. I can't keep beating myself up about it I can only continue to be as healthy as possible. Also I truly believe I have had a good amount of water retention and gain the last couple weeks with all my excessive swelling so that may be contributing to the number on the scale. 

Workouts: Due to the pubic symphysis and pelvic pain I cut out all lower body workouts. I have been taking daily walks each morning and doing upper body workouts regularly. I have split my workouts into: Arms (biceps and triceps), Back, and Shoulders, if I go to the gym or do a home strength workout it will be one of those three. I have been able to continue with all the upper body workouts very comfortably and it actually feels good to stay active. 

Favorites: (I am going to keep adding here) 

• Cold Therapy Socks- these are my new favorite for this period and I talk about them a decent amount in the video update. They are basically ice pack socks so they feel great on pregnant achy and swollen feet. I think they also help a little bit with the swelling. I put these on at night once I know I will be sitting on the couch or in bed for a bit. 
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• Snoogle Pillow- Serioulsy every pregnant woman needs this pillow or a similar it is a game changer and I really have been sleeping well 
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• Palmers Skin Therapy Oil & Cocoa Butter- I put the oil on immediately before I get out of the shower then pat dry. It has roeshemp oil and others in it perfect for stretch marks as well as my very dry and itchy skin. Then later, usually before bed I will also apply their cocoa butter on my belly. 
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• Epsom Salt Baths- with all the tailbone pain I have been taking so many epsom salt baths, they help sooth all my muscles and it also feels nice to just float when my tailbone is bothering me. I use both the Dr. Teals salts and the salt soak, often in the same tub.
• Water Pick/ Water Flosser- This helps treat and prevent the bleeding and agitated gums that pregnancy can cause and is great for just everyday use if you're not a great flosser like me.
• I got this travel size one here