... A few days late due to my birthday...
How far along? 37 weeks
How big is baby? The size of a winter melon...18.9-20.9 inches, and 6.2-9.2 pounds.
Sleep: I realized the other day that I have no idea how many times each night that I get up to use the restroom. I think its a minimum of three and probably a maximum of six. If I had to guess, I would say I average four times a night getting up. I do sleep well though.
Boy/Girl Prediction: I predict I will be very excited to find out if we have a son or daughter.
Baby Nicknames: Baby, Nugget, or Little One.
Best moment this week: Feeling as though we're more and more prepared for the baby's arrival. The diapers, the clothes, the blankets, the hospital bag, the guest room, and more are ready.
Food cravings: Nothing really... and some days nothing really sounds good. I'm hungry but nothing sounds good to eat.
Labor Signs: I've have had some minor Braxton Hicks contractions when I've been on my feet for awhile, but nothing that's become active labor.
General Attitude: Grateful for each day that I'm able to do what needs to be done -- whether its work, or homemaking, or cleaning, or cooking. Also, Hubby and I are specifically praying for which doctor will be on call when I go into labor. My doctor is in an OBGYN practice of four women, and whichever one is on call when the time comes for me to deliver will be my doctor. We know that God knows exactly who will be there and when and what time the baby will arrive, and we are praying for His perfect timing and provision in everything.
What I am looking forward to this week: This weekend is Hubby and my last weekend just the two of us before family descends for the next month. My parents and brother and his family arrives January 23, and then Chris' family will be coming when the baby arrives, and my parents don't leave until the middle of February... so this weekend is our last hurrah just the two of us.
Milestones: Much of my reading says that I am now "Full Term" -- although my doctor says I'm not full term until 39 weeks. Either way, our understanding is that anytime the baby arrives, the baby will be (Lord Willing) ready for life outside the womb.
How far along? 37 weeks
How I am feeling? More and more prepared... Hubby and I spent a lot of time this weekend finalizing the main floor of our house and making sure we're not just ready for the baby, but we're ready for the company that will follow the baby. Our main floor is officially ready... and this weekend we will make our basement ready... and then, we're officially good to go. I also have periods of feeling nervous about what's to come, which means I've been spending more and more time in prayer each day.
How big is baby? The size of a winter melon...18.9-20.9 inches, and 6.2-9.2 pounds.
Sleep: I realized the other day that I have no idea how many times each night that I get up to use the restroom. I think its a minimum of three and probably a maximum of six. If I had to guess, I would say I average four times a night getting up. I do sleep well though.
Boy/Girl Prediction: I predict I will be very excited to find out if we have a son or daughter.
Baby Nicknames: Baby, Nugget, or Little One.
Best moment this week: Feeling as though we're more and more prepared for the baby's arrival. The diapers, the clothes, the blankets, the hospital bag, the guest room, and more are ready.
Food cravings: Nothing really... and some days nothing really sounds good. I'm hungry but nothing sounds good to eat.
Missing: Not having numb fingers. I've started to get some pregnancy-induced carpal tunnel in my right hand, and sometimes the numbness is pretty intense. My doctor says this is very normal and should subside in the weeks following delivery.
Movements: Yes, the baby definitely moves these days, and its crazy how big the baby is... I will feel kicks up by my ribs, and then down by my hips at the same time. That didn't happen when the baby was smaller. Some of the kicks are a little uncomfortable at times.
Labor Signs: I've have had some minor Braxton Hicks contractions when I've been on my feet for awhile, but nothing that's become active labor.
General Attitude: Grateful for each day that I'm able to do what needs to be done -- whether its work, or homemaking, or cleaning, or cooking. Also, Hubby and I are specifically praying for which doctor will be on call when I go into labor. My doctor is in an OBGYN practice of four women, and whichever one is on call when the time comes for me to deliver will be my doctor. We know that God knows exactly who will be there and when and what time the baby will arrive, and we are praying for His perfect timing and provision in everything.
What I am looking forward to this week: This weekend is Hubby and my last weekend just the two of us before family descends for the next month. My parents and brother and his family arrives January 23, and then Chris' family will be coming when the baby arrives, and my parents don't leave until the middle of February... so this weekend is our last hurrah just the two of us.
Milestones: Much of my reading says that I am now "Full Term" -- although my doctor says I'm not full term until 39 weeks. Either way, our understanding is that anytime the baby arrives, the baby will be (Lord Willing) ready for life outside the womb.
You look fabulous! I can't believe how close you are to meeting your little one. I'm so excited to find out if it's a boy or girl :)
ReplyDeleteI am praying for you often as you prepare for labor and birth and being a new mama. You are going to do great!
Much love and hugs to you :)