Woo! Baby!
Sunday, April 24, 2011
What an adventure
Thursday, April 14, 2011
River is here!
Thursday, March 24, 2011
Exciting news!!!
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Almost there!
(counting from first day of last menstrual period)
Around 37 Weeks After Conception
Please keep in mind that this information is approximate. Each pregnancy is different and growth rates vary. If you have any questions, please check with your care provider.
Most of the lanugo is gone as the The baby can't move too much anymore as its womb space has become very crowded. The average size baby is over seven pounds at this point. |
Maternal Changes: |
Are you feeling huge and clumsy? As the baby settles into your pelvis (lightening), your center of gravity shifts which may make you feel off-balance. The good news is, the uterus isn't pressing on your diaphragm so it's easier to breathe. The bad news is, your uterus is pushing on your bladder so you may be running to the bathroom every two minutes. Your uterus is 6 1/2 to 8 inches above your navel! |
Congratulate yourself Dad! You're almost a father (or father again), and you've survived (almost) the |
StorkNet updates
(counting from first day of last menstrual period)
Around 34 Weeks After Conception
Please keep in mind that this information is approximate. Each pregnancy is different and growth rates vary. If you have any questions, please check with your care provider.
With four weeks to go, our Multiples: Twins may be around 5 pounds now. The National Organization of Mothers of Twins Clubs (NOMOTC) reports that the average birth weight of a twin is 5 pounds, 5 ounces and arrives between the 36th and 37th week. |
Maternal Changes: |
About a month to go ~ you'll probably be visiting your care provider once a week at this point. The average weight If you haven't been tested for Group B Strep, ask your caregiver about it. It's also a good time to take a tour of the hospital/birth facilities if you haven't yet. Multiples: You're probably really ready to get "this over with" as you become increasingly uncomfortable. Discuss your feelings with your doctor. Talk to your local Twins club for support. |
Signs of Labor: |
Here are some of the signs that labor is approaching. You may not experience all of these symptoms or be aware of them. Visit our Signs of Labor page for more detailed information . . .
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It's a bit beyond the scope of this guide to create a
Week 37 Fetal Development:(counting from first day of last menstrual period) Around 35 Weeks After Conception Please keep in mind that this information is approximate. Each pregnancy is different and growth rates vary. If you have any questions, please check with your care provider.
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Thursday, March 3, 2011
I feel like a planet
Saturday, February 12, 2011
(counting from first day of last menstrual period)
Around 33 Weeks After Conception
Please keep in mind that this information is approximate. Each pregnancy is different and growth rates vary. If you have any questions, please check with your care provider.
Fetal Development:
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It's well into the third trimester. Mom is huge and tired; Dad is nervous and tired. Your sexual habits have probably changed somewhat (a great deal?). Mom's tummy lends itself to discovering new, more comfortable positions for love-making. And since it's hard for Mom to get comfortable at any time, sex may be something confined to your fantasies, Dad. Then again, you may not be in the mood much either. Everyone is different. What do you do when she's not in the mood? How about being close without sex? Hug a lot, hold hands, sleep in the spoon position, and kiss. Give Mom a back rub or a foot massage and remain close. Do something special like polish Mom's toenails. She can't see or reach her toes, and she'll feel nice going to the hospital with pretty toes. These little things will keep you close. The bottom line . . . if you're both in the mood and the pregnancy is progressing well, go for it. Be creative with positions and enjoy. If Mom (or you) isn't in the mood, don't take it personally and don 't push it. Both of you have a lot on your minds which can cool even the most active libido. And remember, most care providers recommend that you abstain from intercourse for three to six weeks after delivery. Be sure to ask your care provider for specifics. |
You can either despair that the rose bush has thorns, or you can rejoice that the thorn bush has roses. ~Anonymous me at 34 weeks |