Im now 34 weeks 5 days along... I had my drs visit yesterday. The dr is pleased with how smoothly everything is going. She told me I will see her in 2 weeks, and she will start doing internal checks. The week after(I then start weekly visits)I will have another ultrasound to check size and postion. And, on this date ,we will go ahead and schedule the induction...So Im looking at only around 4 1/2 weeks left.She does the induction about 1 week before due date.. I can hardly believe this is nearing the end of the pregnancy..
We have gotten the babies room pretty much put together. I even managed to wash a few things and put them away in the drawers. I only have onesies, sock/booties, and blankets washed so far.. I feel that if she came early,at least I have some stuff ready.I also have diapers and wipes all ready as well...
There is so much to do as my daughters birthday party is on Saturday, and we have been cleaning and preparing for that. My son will have his birthday party 3 weeks later..he has to have his 2 weeks early due to baby coming..And Ive been working on getting the kids school supplies already, even though they dont start until after Labor Day.
We havent set up the bassinet yet, as I dont want the dust and doghair accumlating in it.Even though the room is always closed, seems dog hair always manages to find its way in here..
Although I feel the baby move, watch my belly move all over the place... some days it just doesnt seem real,that I will actually have a new baby to love...I still get afraid of the "unknown" and thinking something bad could happen.But, after each drs appointment I am reassured.
My dr said I could start back to doing low impact aerobics if I like. She wanted me to stop doing anything exercise in the exercise dept, worrying about preterm labor. I really never understood that as Ive never had preterm labor with either o fmy kids.. But,I realize she was only looking out after my best interest. She told me they will not stop labor after 34 weeks...So she said it was fine to resume exercise, but keep the aerobics part to about 30 minutes, and no exerices flat on my back(Which I already knew)... So tomorrow Im off to Jazzercise, YIPPEE..I havent been in10 weeks. Its a body sculpting class(Which I hate..)which is no aerobics only toning and muscle strength, but its a start..
My due date is Aug 22,but I figure the baby will be born around the 15th or so, depending on drs schedule for induction...

By Emily7 on Thursday, July 15, 2004 - 11:19 am:

I am so happy for you.
Keep us updated.

By Kittycat_26 on Thursday, July 15, 2004 - 11:42 am:

Wow! You are doing great and exactly as far along as I was when I had Timmy. Anything over 34 weeks and pediatricians are thrilled.

Congratulations!

By Boxzgrl on Thursday, July 15, 2004 - 12:43 pm:

Good Luck! I'm sure everything will go smoothly!

By Debbie on Thursday, July 15, 2004 - 12:55 pm:

I am so glad everything is going so well. Time sure does fly, I can't believe how far along you are already.

By Truestori on Thursday, July 15, 2004 - 12:55 pm:

Jackie,

I am so excited for you! Take it easy with the excersise.

By Angellew on Thursday, July 15, 2004 - 01:22 pm:

Great news!!!! Sounds like everything is coming along and waiting for your little one!

By Amy~moderator on Thursday, July 15, 2004 - 01:52 pm:

Wonderful news! I am so excited about this baby. Congratulations on being able to resume exercise - sounds like everything is going smoothly!

By Kernkate on Thursday, July 15, 2004 - 02:09 pm:

Excellent news!!! The new arrival will be here before you know it

By Missymelissy on Thursday, July 15, 2004 - 03:14 pm:

Glad to hear things are going well.

I hope you have the baby on the 15th (it's my birthday)

By Dawnk777 on Thursday, July 15, 2004 - 04:47 pm:

You're getting near the end! Hopefully time will go fast!

By Andi on Thursday, July 15, 2004 - 05:31 pm:

I am so excited for you!!! Time is going to FLY BY so enjoy the calm before the storm. I swear I never get a chance to sit, unless I am nursing Taylor...infact I am typing this while I stand infront of the computer.

By Karen~moderator on Thursday, July 15, 2004 - 07:19 pm:

Jackie, I'm so happy to read this post! It won't be long now, at all!

By Annie2 on Thursday, July 15, 2004 - 07:50 pm:

Wonderful news! Thanks for sharing the update

By Trina~moderator on Thursday, July 15, 2004 - 08:16 pm:

{{{Jackie}}} You're in the home stretch now.

By Bea on Thursday, July 15, 2004 - 10:19 pm:

Jackie, I'm so happy for you. Maybe I'll get a chance to meet both of you soon. :o)

By Bobbie~moderatr on Friday, July 16, 2004 - 10:40 pm:

Jackie, I can not believe that is time already. This pregnancy has gone by so quickly. I can't wait to see her. Will keep you in my thoughts...