Week 36

The peeing days are over. I've finally submitted my "collection" to the lab. I felt like a lab rat in the process. But, it was also good to hear that for once, I did not fail a test given to me by my OB. Sheesh!

Got a lot of blood drawn to check all my ailments. I also got my first non-stress test done. The fetal heart detector kept losing Kate's heartbeat so the needle kept jumping around. After a lot of repositioning, we were finally able to get Kate to do what we wanted...there's nothing like tickling feet and a good butt rub.

No progress as far as dilation and effacement are concerned...still the same as last week, but I've been feeling mucho contractions throughout the week. I can't wait.

We also went to the mall tonight to pick up a Coming Home outfit for this little one. Very cute. And my mom was lucky that she left her purse at our house, otherwise, she would have bought out the clothing store!

Items still need to be purchased....nice receiving blanket, infant cap/hat, baby book, diapers, and diaper bag. I think we tossed out our first one. Oh, and comfortable shoes...mules or clogs, perhaps from Payless.

Things still left to do...pack my bags! Pre-register! Review breathing techniques. Make sure camcorder, camera, and cell phone are charged and ready to go. Install car seat.

Hopefully Kate will be here in less than 4 weeks! I'm considered full term by the end of this week. Yeah!