mathis baby

36 Weeks & Growing

March31

Here we are….I’m in my 36th week. I feel like I am growing larger every day and the discomforts of pregnancy in the 9th month are definitely increasing daily. As the warmer weather comes as well…it doesn’t help with the swelling. As of Sunday morning, I can no longer wear my rings and I can tell my feet are not quite as bony as they usually are. But…nothing is out of the norm. Oh…and I think she is dropping some. I have had several people tell me that they can tell that she has dropped a little. That’s also a very different feeling. From what I have heard and read…I am definitely experiencing typical pregnancy symptoms…I’m just glad they didn’t set in until this week.

On Tuesday, March 30th, we had our first weekly appointment. The doctor didn’t say too much. She reviewed the ultrasound results and didn’t mention any procedures…but there was some concern in her voice and body language. Nothing is wrong…she just implied that she doesn’t want me to go to full term due to the baby’s size. Micah’s step grandma (Pearl) has made a prediction according to the Farmer’s Almanac that the baby will come April 10, 11 or 12, which is 2 weeks early. Now, Grandpa made predictions using this method for our nephews and they were exactly on the day. Grandpa is no longer with us, but Grandma is trying out her skills. We will see if she is right. When we shared this news with the doctor, she laughed a little, but she commented that those dates would actually be really good. Only time will tell. She also checked my cervix. I am barely dialated a 1, if at all. But, I must admit that experience was not what I expected. I thought it would be similar to our typical yearly exams…but it was not. Just FYI for those who haven’t experienced this yet…just know it is not what you’re used to and it is very uncomfortable. Not horrible…but very uncomfortable.

I must admit…I am very excited but becoming terrified of the thought of giving birth. I keep trying to prepare myself. I know it will hurt! That’s the bottom line…but I also know that God designed my body to do this. I am comforted a little by this, but I am not looking forward to the pain. I pray for God’s strength and peace as this terrifying but at the same time, an amazing day quickly approaches.

Here are some pics of my 36 week belly. Yes…I know…I am huge and have more to go!