officially full term

I'm 37 weeks today, which makes me officially "full term".  If I went into labor tonight our baby girl would not be considered pre-mature.  But I think the extra couple weeks will be good for her.  So I guess I'll be patient...

my 37-week belly

I'm almost getting used to my bowling-ball-belly.  I barely even notice it getting bigger these days, although I'm reminded when I try to do things like put socks on, shave my legs, pick anything up that is below knee-level, and one of the hardest tasks: turn over in bed.

Last weekend my sisters-in-law gave me a family baby shower - I'm so spoiled!  It turned out great - good food, and lots of cuddly pink gifts.  Nesting mode is in high-gear and I've been suppressing the urge to go out on a baby shopping spree until after my baby showers.  But that hasn't stopped me from organizing and reorganizing the baby's room!  I have gentle detergent ready to use on my already sorted newborn-3 month clothes and blankets.

It's getting so close now!  But I will say, nine months is a long time to be pregnant.  I'm getting more and more excited to meet our little girl and see what she looks like.  I feel like we're little buddies already!  She seems to wake up and start moving around when McKay and I wake up and start talking in the morning.  It's like she wants to be part of the fun.  She's pretty cool.

Let the 3 week countdown begin!  And don't forget to add your birth day guess to the Baby Thomas Guessing game (top right).