Doctors Orders

Today McKenzie and I went to my OB appointment. My doctor was quite happy to let me know that for the first time my blood sugar levels look absolutely perfect, I have no signs of anemia, diabetes or kidney problems, and all other levels are pretty much the ideal numbers! He asked what I had changed in the last two weeks. I giggled a little, and told him the only thing I could think of was giving into my craving for cold Peanutbutter M&M's. (I've been keeping a bag of them in the fridge, grabbing a few every time I walk by - and probably eating way too many. But, to feel less guilty about it, I also have a big drink of water too. That totally makes up for it, right? lol!) And, now, by doctors orders, I am to keep eating the candy. Aparantly, they are the little boost of sugar my little nudger needs. So, my official diet: lots of carbs every two hours, snacks, non-diet soda with me whenever I leave the house, and lots of PB M&M's. I think I'll be able to comply, but it does make me wonder what type of horrible habits I'm creating for myself after these last 10 weeks are over. (HOLY COW - ONLY 10 WEEKS LEFT!!!!!) I guess we'll cross that bridge when it comes. Luckily, Golds Gym should be opening up 2 months after baby is due!

In other baby news, Allison has found a favorite spot to beat and abuse me - she really attacks one 2" spot over and over again with super-human strength. My right side has been so tender from the repeated kickings, that sometimes a swift jolt will make me cry out. Out of curiousity I asked my doctor what internal organ she could possibly be abusing to cause such a strong pain right there, and he brushed it off a little saying that sometimes things just get tender. Then, while he was measuring my stomach, he witnessed one of her BIG kicks that took my breath away and took me a little more serious. He felt around a little and decided she has made a pretty good sized bruise on my large intestine and the uterine wall was more than likely bruised as well. The good news is it's nothing super important, like a liver or a kidney, right? ;) Bad news: the only cure is delivery. And she's only going to get stronger. Whhhhhaaahhhhaaa!

10 weeks seems SO close. Today I am really hoping they go by quickly. Of course, I can't wait to have my daughter in my arms.... but today I am feeling a little selfish. I am tired of hurting, of waddling, of being tired, and being big. I want my body back. And I can't wait to have a newborn, so I can FINALLY get some much needed sleep. LOL!