We passed the 37 week mark this week which means that our little Stella is considered 'Full Term'. I can hardly believe there are only 3 weeks or so left until we meet our little girl!
It is so great to have her room with all her things in it. It even smells like 'baby' in there! Shelley sent a lovely prezzie from the UK - the mozzie net with bunting that I really really wanted from IKEA as well as some beautiful cloths :)
While taking some pics I noticed my first stretch marks ..I was hoping to escape those, but it doesn't look as thought I've been so lucky :(
Tomorrow night will be full moon -- I've heard and read that the full moon can bring on labour so it will be interesting to see if anything starts happening - The theory is that the moon’s gravitational pull effects the amniotic fluid in much the same way as it effects the water in the sea, rivers and even the water that’s otherwise found in our bodies.- source
I have started feeling very energetic. T'Neal says that increased energy & urge to nest..as well as a slight drop in weight are signs that labour is near. I still feel like it must be really far away! I am just getting into some of the crafting (blind and bumper sewing etc) I want to finish before she arrives!
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 2.8kg and measures a bit over 48cm, head to heel. Many babies have a full head of hair at birth, with locks from 1.2cm to 3.8cm 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. 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.
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