I really do try to get these posts in earlier in my gestational weeks, but it just doesn't happen. I forget to have my husband take a picture when he's around and then when I think about doing a blog post, I realize 'crap, I need a picture taken.' But it's okay! I know I'll be glad I did all of these so I can look back on them. Things got a bit hectic this week as J received an email from his school stating that there are no OB doctors in the area willing to take on a male student for his next rotation and they set him up on an away rotation with housing. Wait a minute..one problem..Baby is due then! So panic sort of set in and we were both a little desperate to figure out a way to work this out. We contacted whoever we could, and thankfully, there are some good, good people around these parts!! (including my doctor who went above and beyond to help us find him an OB in the area to work with) Big thank you to those who put forth the effort :) Relief set in.
I had a doctor's appointment yesterday and the first cervix check. She seemed a little surprised that the baby had not dropped at all with me being nearly 37 weeks, but was optimistic that it can still happen on it's own in the next few weeks. She did cause a few contractions (that only she felt, not me!) Baby girl must be very comfy where she's at. No dilation either, but head is down..so there's a plus! The doctor also asked J if he wants to help deliver our baby....and the labor and delivery nurse asked him today as well! As of now, he's thinking he just wants to be "Dad" that day, but we shall see when the moment strikes. The appointment went well overall..soo, moving right along!
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So unfortunately we are only about 1.5-2 hours south of where we used to live, yet the trees just DON'T change like they do up there! Sad story for this girl who looooves the look of fall outside! Buttt, I did finally got some fall decorations up! Woohoo. Pictures to come :)
I had a doctor's appointment yesterday and the first cervix check. She seemed a little surprised that the baby had not dropped at all with me being nearly 37 weeks, but was optimistic that it can still happen on it's own in the next few weeks. She did cause a few contractions (that only she felt, not me!) Baby girl must be very comfy where she's at. No dilation either, but head is down..so there's a plus! The doctor also asked J if he wants to help deliver our baby....and the labor and delivery nurse asked him today as well! As of now, he's thinking he just wants to be "Dad" that day, but we shall see when the moment strikes. The appointment went well overall..soo, moving right along!
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36 weeks, 5 days!
Excuse the nerdy glasses look ;) The contacts are making a comeback in the next few days!
- How far along?: 36 weeks, 5 days
- Baby is the size of a: Watermelon (Approx. 19 to 22 in, 6.5 lbs)
- Total weight gain/loss: +25 -- "Normal" weight gain is between 25-35 and I was reallly hoping to stay under 25. So much for that! It's all this danggg swelling. (Also doesn't help that Halloween treats and goodies are up for grabs these days)
- The Bump: Big. Every single place I have been to in the past week, I've been told, "That baby looks like it's ready to come on out!" Except for the lady at the dollar store who asked if I was due late this year or next year. I would sure as heck hope my belly wouldn't look like this if I still had to wait til next year!
- Symptoms: Feet/ankle SWELLING. Gross. My feet get ginormous at times and balloon a bit. I couldn't get a pair of (usually loose) sandals on the other day because the strap wouldn't buckle around the ankle. How sad. Lot's of elevating for these babies.
- Food Cravings: I'd love a Subway Spicy Italian sub...not even sure why cause Subway is certainly not my favorite! I'm saving that for the hospital...if I still want it then! And I've been wanting sweets lately. Trying to hold back! Keyword: Trying
- Anything Making Me Queasy or Sick: Nope.
- Sleep: Don't want to jinx anything...so I'm going to skip this answer today ;)
- What I miss: My ankles..haha
- Weddings Rings On or Off: Off :(
- Any Names Picked Out Yet: Yes, actually, this came very easy for us contrary to what everyone told us about picking out names...but you'll just have to wait ;)
- Gender: Baby Barr is a girl! :)
- Movement: We had a date night over the weekend since we rarely think to do that..and she was moving like crazy the whole night. She actually hurt me a few times which is rare, but absolutely worth it!
- Maternity Clothes: All regular clothes in this week's pic. Oh yes I can still get those jeans on. Probably not after I wash & dry them tomorrow...
- Labor Signs: Nada
- Best Moment of the Week: Well I think I officially finished cleaning baby clothes, blankets, etc. --well all the stuff I wanted to get done in advance at least. So that's a good feeling! Today we finished signing all the consent forms at the hospital with one of the labor & delivery nurses. Now to wait on baby girl to begin dropping!
- What I’m excited about/looking forward to: Lots! Baby girl making her debut in the next 3 weeks, 2 days! (hoping to not go over the due date, but we shall see!) And family coming into town :) I've been meaning to start packing our hospital bag -- I'll try to get on that this week!
So unfortunately we are only about 1.5-2 hours south of where we used to live, yet the trees just DON'T change like they do up there! Sad story for this girl who looooves the look of fall outside! Buttt, I did finally got some fall decorations up! Woohoo. Pictures to come :)