Week 36: Photo Journal/Weight

147 pounds.

Feeling more uncomfortable now than I have, especially when bending forward. It seems that the baby must be growing in the only direction which is possible - up. The baby is still located exactly where he's been, and all the movement I've been feeling is still in the same place I've been feeling it. From what I can tell (and who knows) I think the baby is laying on his right shoulder, which I think is a pretty textbook presentation. I wonder if there's a correlation between how the baby lies in the womb and handed-ness?

I am having at least one or two contractions every day, and sometimes more than that, especially in the evening. They are definitely manageable, a 1 on the pain scale. They're like big, quick menstrual cramps. I am aware of them and try to practice my calming breath when they occur. It's actually kind of neat to feel them, knowing just what they herald.

I guess I got kind of excited about the possibility of having our little guy arrive ahead of schedule based on what the doc told me last week, but I don't think it's sensible to put too much stock into that info so I'm trying to stay level-headed. On the other hand, I can't imagine getting bigger every week for another four weeks. I'll be truly uncomfortable! (Which would be a first for this pregnancy.)  

Just look at how big I appeared this weekend!

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Speaking of last week's post, in case you're not aware of what effacement is, here is a definition and a picture.

Ok, that's it for now. Don't forget to get your guess in at our online baby pool!