Start of the 3rd Trimester - 28 weeks: The Sciatic Nerve

We had our 28 week appointment and everything went great, at least for "the babe".  He is sitting quite comfortable, 150 beats/min for his heart rate.  The doctors say I am measuring "small".  One of these days I'll remember to really ask what that means, I always forget when I am there.  I think this is the first time I have ever heard that I am "measuring small", so I will take it - HA! They always know how to make a girl feel good :)

Even though our boy is quite comfortable, I have been quite uncomfortable.  Week 28-29 was probably the most painful week I have had so far.  Apparently, the babe is sitting on my sciatic nerve which is causing a cramping/stabbing pain all down my left glute and hamstring.  It is a miracle if I can take 10 steps without stopping or sitting down in major pain - literally - NO EXAGGERATION! It is so hard to describe, but all I can say is that it is sooo painful.  I have started physical therapy and acupuncture to help with the pain and to get our little one in the correct place.  So far it has helped and I am doing much better, but I still have a dull soreness down my left leg.  I tell everybody its a good day when I can walk and Derek doesn't have to help me get dressed in the mornings. Apparently this could stay for the rest of the pregnancy.  Everything has been great so far, and I want to make sure our boy is comfortable and healthy for the last trimester; however, if he could just move over 1 inch that could make all the difference in the world for me!!