1.26.2012

39 Weeks :: Getting down to the wire

Everyone keeps telling me I've dropped. I feel it, but I don't see it. We had an ultrasound on Monday after I had been measuring small. Our doctor just wanted to make sure the little man was growing ok. We were definitely freaked out but it turns out his head is just waaay down there and he's estimated at a healthy 7.4 pounds. What a relief. :) It was cool to see the 3D image of him...we saw his lips and little nose but the cord was skewing the rest of his face. So incredible.

I'm 1 cm dilated but my cervix is still facing slightly down. Apparently contractions are supposed to put it in to position but I haven't had many so the doctor thinks I'm going over my due date. Lame.

How far along? 39 weeks!!!!
Size of baby: About 7.4 pounds...but that could mean a pound in either direction I guess. We shall see. Soon-ish. Hopefully. Ha.
Total weight gain/loss: +26
Stretch marks? Still no and I can't believe it.
Sleep: Baaaah. Not great. Up to pee A LOT and super uncomfortable. Plus my body pillow is getting flatter, which doesn't help.
Best moment this week: Seeing him on the ultrasound. :)
Worst moment this week: Just the all around uncomfortable feeling, having to change positions constantly. I just keep thinking that in less than 2 weeks he'll be here. 
Movement: Lots of rolling around.
Food cravings: Finally got my Thai fill...the spiciness did nothing to send me in to labor.
Sex: Boy!
Labor Signs: A few contractions but nothing consistent or super painful.
Belly Button in or out? The top is poking out a bit. So awkward.
What I miss: Moving around freely!
What I am looking forward to: Meeting him of course.
Weekly Wisdom: Hang strong...almost there...
Milestones: A WEEK FROM MY MOTHER FREAKING DUE DATE. I honestly have been feeling like I'm going to be pregnant forever.

7 comments:

  1. Oh my gosh, I can't imagine how excited you must be, knowing you're so close!

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  2. I bet the waiting is just torture now! He will be here so soon! How exciting!

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  3. Moving around freely!!!! I so agree! You know when you have a cold and can't breathe through your nose? And you're like "I can't even remember what it's like to be able to breathe- I'm SO not going to take it for granted when I can breathe again"... I kinda feel like that with moving around. Can't even remember what it feels like!!

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  4. Have you talked about an induction date if he doesn't come on his own? Hopefully he will make his grand appearance soon I know how uncomfortable you must be. Hang in there!

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  5. Glad he's measuring healthy and he's head down, ready for action! :D
    Hope he comes sooner rather than later for you my friend.

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  6. You won't be pregnant forever!

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  7. I dont even know you in real life and I can see from your pictures that it looks like you have "dropped"! I hope its soon! Good luck and cant wait to see pics of the little guy!

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