38 Weeks Along

Two more weeks left…maybe. I had my check-up with the doctor yesterday and again, I’m doing great with blood pressure and weight gain. The baby’s heart rate is within normal range; 140’s. He did check to see if I had dilated further. I’m still 2 cm dilated and 50% effaced. He said that he can feel her head and that my cervix continues to soften. I was really hoping for further progress, like maybe being taken out of work due to further dilation. I really don’t want to start using my leave until it is necessary. Therefore, I will just have to wait. Soon enough.

David and I will be able to start painting the baby’s room this weekend. I’m looking forward to that. David has the master bedroom almost finished with the dry wall, so he will be taping and mudding this weekend. His dad is suppose to visit to help him finish the electrical work so we can continue with the living room. Slowly but surely things are progressing. We have the car seat ready for her arrival. I can’t believe how heavy that sucker is. David put the stroller together last night and I love it. My parents will be up to visit this weekend to bring the pack-n-play and dresser that goes with the crib. All these cool toys for me. I can’t wait to start putting things into place.