last bump?

The "pains" started about 1 AM on Wednesday morning.  So far, it isn't so bad! After Bible Study last night, I decided it might be a good idea to just get checked out, make sure that things were normal and that Baby was okay.  So I called my doctor, and off we went to the hospital at 10:30.  It was reassuring to hear the strong, steady heart beat, and to have both the nurse and doctor say that things are on the right path.  I still have a long way to go, though! I am grateful to live on the hospital compound and was able to come home to sleep in my own bed.  I'll go to the hospital at the last possible moment.

I thought it might be a good idea to get a few more bump photos today. What if today's the day?  I want to be sure to remember just how big I got!

I have about 3 shirts I can wear these days, so I'm looking forward to expanding the wardrobe again in a few days -- even if it just back to maternity clothes I wore earlier.

Here are a couple of bare belly photos. Hope it isn't too much!

{39 weeks, 5 days}

My doctor estimates Baby is about 7 pounds, 8 ounces (3.5 kgs) so, big and strong and healthy. 

In a fit of poor timing, Dexter got sick about the minute my contractions started (hmmm...), and has not yet really recovered.  I need him to be strong and able for the big moments ("PUSH!" "BREATHE!") so if you could say a prayer for him to recover quickly, we'd appreciate it!

Next post could have Baby in it!!!