37 Weeks ~ August 8th

I'm 37 weeks and still feeling good, but the carpel tunnel in my right hand is getting worse and sleeping is getting more challenging.  I'm trying to slow down a little because I get so tired and also trying to get as much sleep as I can as I know I will not get any once Grayson arrives.  We finished his nursery so I will do another post soon to show the step by step process of his room. We can't hardly wait for him to get here!!!  He loves to kick and move around (as much as he can as he is pretty smashed) so I love putting my hands on my belly.  He normally kicks where I put my hand so it's pretty amazing.  Love this little guy so much already!!!!

My 37 week OB apt was pretty uneventful since nothing changed since last week.  I measured 37 weeks today (Tues), but I'm not actually 37 weeks until Thurs, heart rate was 155 and group B strep was negative.

Belly Pictures ~ 37 weeks

Here is what BabyCenter says about 37 Weeks:

How your baby's growing:

Your baby is now considered "full term," even though your due date is three weeks away. If you go into labor now, his lungs will likely be mature enough to fully adjust to life outside the womb. (Some babies need a bit more time, though. So if you're planning to have a repeat c-section, for example, your practitioner will schedule it for no earlier than 39 weeks unless there's a medical reason to intervene earlier.)

Your baby weighs 6 1/3 pounds and measures a bit over 19 inches, head to heel (about the size of a bunch of Swiss chard). Many babies have a full head of hair at birth, with locks from 1/2 inch to 1 1/2 inches long. But don't be surprised if your baby's hair isn't the same color as yours. Dark-haired couples are sometimes thrown for a loop when their children come out as blonds or redheads, and fair-haired couples have been surprised by Elvis look-alikes. And then, of course, some babies sport only peach fuzz.

How your life's changing:

Braxton Hicks contractions may be coming more frequently now and may last longer and be more uncomfortable. You might also notice an increase in vaginal discharge. If you see some "bloody show" (mucus tinged with a tiny amount of blood) in the toilet or in your undies, labor is probably a few days away — or less. (If you have heavier spotting or bleeding, call your caregiver immediately.) 

Also be sure to ask your caregiver about the results of your Group B strep culture. That way, if the result isn't yet on your chart when you get to the hospital or birth center, you'll be able to give the staff there a timely heads-up if you need antibiotics.  

It may be harder than ever to get comfortable enough to sleep well at night. If you can, take it easy through the day — this may be your last chance to do so for quite a while. Keep monitoring your baby's movements, too, and let your caregiver know immediately if you notice a decrease. Though her quarters are getting cozy, she should still be as active as before.  

While you're sleeping, you're likely to have some intense dreams. Anxiety both about labor and about becoming a parent can fuel a lot of strange flights of unconscious fancy.