Bouncing baby

Just came back from my 39 week doctor's appointment. They finally did an internal! But the doctor said there wasn't much progress and I wasn't ready yet. I guess that means I wasn't dilated. During the exam I casually mentioned that the baby had been moving less frequently and with less intensity since yesterday. So they had me stay to see if we needed to induce early. They hooked me up to a fetal monitor for 20 mins, during which time I had to press a button every time the baby moved. Well the baby woke up and made mommy look like a fool since it was bouncing all over the place. Later when the doctor read the results she said it was like a straight A report card and everything looked perfect. They also did another ultrasound to check the fluid, movements, measurements, etc. Everything was good and measured right on schedule. The estimated weight right now is 7lbs 11ozs. Now I am supposed to closely monitor the movements and call if it doesn't seem normal. Otherwise they want to see me again on Friday. Dr. V reiterated that they won't let me go to the 41st week, so unless I go early the baby will be born sometime next week.

I feel ready! This weekend we got a lot of the little things done. After like 8 loads of laundry everything is washed & put away. The bags are packed. Chris put together the bouncy seat (but I do need to get more batteries, everything requires batteries!), so all the 'stuff' is put together and hanging out in the dining room. We are all just patiently waiting for the baby to decide they are ready. Together we haven't decided on THE name yet, but I feel like we are much closer.

I am feeling good, although I do feel like I am getting a cold. My nose is runny and I am congested, plus I woke up with a sore throat. So I am drinking some tea and taking it easy. Also I took a nap both Sat & Sun, I am just feeling more tired lately and by 9:30/10 I am exhausted. Otherwise I feel the same I did a month ago, so who knows. Eating is becoming more difficult. I need to keep eating, but I have no room so I can't eat a lot so I have to eat a LOT of small meals. But I also need to get at least 70oz of fluid in me, so it is a constant struggle.

Tomorrow 'Nanny' is coming! She has the crib mattress and will help me set up the crib (which means more laundry today). I am also going to interview another set of pediatricians (recommended by Lisa) and have a good feeling about them. They are in Garden City.