Today was my 37 weeks check up. I was still only 1 centimeter dilated and 80% effaced. I measured 34 weeks so I asked the doctor if he thought the baby was going to be small. He felt around my stomach and then suggested we go for a sonogram to get a better idea.
So I am totally excited because I haven't seen the baby since I was five months pregnant. The sonogram tech gets all of his measurements and tells us that the baby is actually measuring right on target for my due date. The reason the doctor's measurements were off was because the baby is already head down and very low. So I'm basically carrying his legs, bottom and belly in my stomach. The rest is already shoved down in my pelvic area which the doctor wouldn't have been able to measure.
I am feeling so great now that I know he is okay. Then she goes on to tell us that his estimated weight is 6 lbs. 15 oz. Wow! Sarah was 6lbs. 4 oz. so I am expecting him to be a good size. Finally she reassures us that the baby is definitely a boy and proceeds to show us. Thank goodness!
Overall, the appointment was totally awesome! In a few weeks we will be meeting our little boy. Now we just play the waiting game!
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Friday, March 6, 2009
Pregnancy Perks
Okay so being pregnant definitely is not always fun but it does have its perks. Here are a few that I have been enjoying lately:
1. People encouraging me to eat anything I want and as much as I want.
2. Special treatment at home, work and at stores
3. Offers from people to carry things for me or help me with things
4. Not having to feel guilty about eating a hot fudge sundae after dinner
5. Being able to take it easy without anyone thinking I am lazy
I am trying to soak up these last moments of pregnancy since it will be my last time. It's nice to focus on these things because it diverts my attention from the discomfort of these last few weeks.
1. People encouraging me to eat anything I want and as much as I want.
2. Special treatment at home, work and at stores
3. Offers from people to carry things for me or help me with things
4. Not having to feel guilty about eating a hot fudge sundae after dinner
5. Being able to take it easy without anyone thinking I am lazy
I am trying to soak up these last moments of pregnancy since it will be my last time. It's nice to focus on these things because it diverts my attention from the discomfort of these last few weeks.
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
36 Weeks
Today's doctor visit went very well. The doctor said one more week of medicine and taking it easy then I can go back to normal. I was very excited to hear that I am dialated to a 1. The reason that is exciting news is because it took me a long time to get to that point when I was pregnant with Sarah.
It will be interesting to see how long this little one decides to stay put after I stop the medicine. My money is that he will follow pretty closely in his sister's footsteps and come close to his due date.
It will be interesting to see how long this little one decides to stay put after I stop the medicine. My money is that he will follow pretty closely in his sister's footsteps and come close to his due date.
Monday, February 23, 2009
Baby's Room
The room still needs a couple of small touches here and there but overall it is put together. All of his clothes are washed and baskets are organized.
Take a good look at that organized closet because it might not be that way the next time you see it:)
Take a good look at that organized closet because it might not be that way the next time you see it:)
Changing table ready to go!
His crib with almost all of the bedding.
The new picture
that Daddy bought him to hang in his room.
A place to hang his hats!
His little bookshelf with bins for toys!
We received a BOB stroller from Aaron's office. Sarah LOVES it and hopefully her little brother will too.
Baby Shower
Here are a few pics from the baby shower. We feel so blessed to have so many friends and family that showered our baby with love. 
Sarah enjoying some cake!
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
34 weeks
I went for my check-up today. The baby's heart sounded great and the doctor was pleased with everything. I did gain seven pounds but he didn't say a word about it. I don't know if it was because it wasn't that big of a deal to him or if he was just trying to be nice.
I am starting to swell in my feet and legs but thankfully it's not too bad. He said not to worry and put my feet up more. I can handle that!!
There have been no significant bouts of contractions lately. I am hoping to make it to his due date which about six more weeks away. Let's see if he will cooperate.
I am starting to swell in my feet and legs but thankfully it's not too bad. He said not to worry and put my feet up more. I can handle that!!
There have been no significant bouts of contractions lately. I am hoping to make it to his due date which about six more weeks away. Let's see if he will cooperate.
Thursday, February 12, 2009
33 weeks
This week has been a re-introduction into the rough parts of the third trimester. I'm carrying the baby all in the front so it's a bit rough on the lower back. When I walk, I do so slowly and with a waddle.
On the bright side there haven't been any consistent contractions. I also haven't had any swelling. I go back to the doctor this next week so I hope that everything is still looking good.
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