Getting Ready

Today I had my 39 week check up. For the first time my belly went down in size (38.5 last week to 36 this week) and the midwife said the baby had moved into my pelvis and was ready for action. She guessed he was about 7 1/4 lbs.

It was the first time I left an appointment with the very real realization that my baby is coming soon. Very soon. I mean, I knew I was 9 days from my due date, but I had convinced myself he would come late. Now that I look at family history I realize how stupid that is. My sisters first was born the day after her due date and her second 11 days before. My cousin had hers the day after her due date and I know I was born early. Why on earth did I think I would go late?

For most of today I had some cramping, a few Braxton hicks contractions and just overall discomfort. Looking back, I've been cramping and having back pain all week. I'm not sure if that means this baby is coming soon, but I'm getting more and more doubtful I'll still be pregnant on my due date.

The midwife actually said today "enjoy this weekend with empty hands and a full belly because soon you'll have your hands full with an empty belly". 

I thought it was really cute when she said it but then it made me realize I think he means I won't make it to next weekend without a baby... Crazy!

I guess at this point only time will tell...