75% done at 30 weeks

There's something about the number 30 that triggers a sense of panic. In most people, it's the prospect of hitting the big 3-0 age-wise that causes night sweats and convulsions. I've got that milestone coming up in June, but so far I don't have any problems with turning 30. But turning 30 weeks pregnant? That feels somehow different, like I'm so much further along than I was even just yesterday at 29w6d. It's funny how a simple number can mess with your mind like that.

Being at 30 weeks brings a reminder that this *could* happen at any time. It's very unlikely to happen this early, of course, and naturally I hope it doesn't, but I've heard stories of births that did happen this early. And I'm sure it doesn't help that I found out one of my friends was supposed to be induced early yesterday morning, which means it'll be my turn very, very soon. The first feeling I get when thinking about that is a brief, mild sense of panic, but thankfully it's followed quickly by excitement and joy. It's the anticipation that's the worst part--it always is--sort of like right before you have to give a speech or go through a job interview. You're fine once you get started, but the anticipation is a killer. Likewise, I know I'll be fine once things start setting into motion, but the many "what ifs" that arise in the meantime leap to the forefront.

I've been feeling pretty good during the past week. I haven't had any problems with heartburn/acid reflux (which was mild anyway), and the Braxton Hicks haven't been bothersome. My hips are still sore at night, and my energy is starting to wane, but overall things are pretty good.

(Hey, the weight gain could have been a lot more during Thanksgiving week!)

Weight loss/gain:
3w5d starting weight
5w (-1.2 pounds)
6w (-3 pounds, -4.2 pounds total)
7w (-2.4 pounds, -6.6 pounds total)
8w (-1 pound, -7.6 pounds total)
9w (-2 pounds, -9.6 pounds total)
10w (-2.6 pounds, -12.2 pounds total)
11w (+1 pound, -11.2 pounds total)
12w (+3.6 pounds, -7.6 pounds total)
13w (+1.0 pound, -6.6 pounds total)
14w (+1.2 pounds, -5.4 pounds total)
15w (+3.4 pounds, -2 pounds total)
16w (+2.0 pounds, no change total)
17w (+2.0 pounds, +2.0 pounds total)
18w1d (+2.0 pounds, +4.0 pounds total)
19w (-1.0 pound, +3.0 pounds total)
20w (-0.4 pounds, +2.6 pounds total)
21w (+1.4 pounds, +4.0 pounds total)
22w (-0.4 pounds, +3.6 pounds total)
23w (+3.4 pounds, +7.0 pounds total)
24w (+0.8 pounds, +7.8 pounds total)
25w (+0.0 pounds, +7.8 pounds total)
26w (+4.2 pounds, +12.0 pounds total)
27w (-1.0 pounds, +11.0 pounds total)
28w (+3.6 pounds, +14.6 pounds total)
29w (-0.6 pounds, +14 pounds total)
30w (+1.8 pounds, +15.8 pounds total)