When: May 12, 2007
Where: Lipa City
Ob-gyne: Dra. Lilibeth Manguerra
Weight: 83.9 kilos
Blood Pressure: 110/80
Medicines: Sorbif (iron), Natalac and EvePrimrose Softgel Capsule (for softening of cervix)
Next checkup: May 19, 2007
Our Baby: 37.5 weeks
Checkup and Ultrasound: We requested for an ultrasound to make sure that everything is okey since I can give birth anytime now. As always, Meinhard was excited to see his baby sister in the monitor. My doctor estimated our baby's weight. She said she'll probably 3.1kilos to 3.5kilos (6.8lbs to 7.7lbs) until I give birth. She's in a head-down position by now, which is optimal for a smooth delivery. Everything is good including my amniotic fluid. All I need to do is wait for the time. Anytime from now, I can give birth to my baby. But on this ultrasound, dra cannot see the gender of our baby since she is in a cross-legged position. What if our baby is a boy? Anyway, as long as it is a healthy baby and everything will be okey between me and the baby on the delivery.
Facts About My Pregnancy:
- Lower abdomen and back pain
- More than eight movements per day
- Having a hard time sleeping already
- Discoloration of nape, neck and armpit (I thought this will not happen anymore... with my first pregnancy it happened in the earlier stage of my pregnancy)
- Had leg cramps
*** My honey will be away on May 20 until May 24 for his company training in Singapore. I really wanted my honey to be here on my delivery. But if it will really happen on the day that he is away, I just hope and pray that everything will be okey, my family will be with me especially my inay and tatay.
*** I already packed my hospital bag and some necessary things for my baby.
Your Pregnancy: 37 Weeks
Last updated: August 2006
source: http://www.babycenter.com/mybabycenter/137.html
How your baby's growing: Congratulations! Your pregnancy is now considered full term — meaning your baby is developmentally ready to handle life outside the womb. (Babies born before 37 weeks are pre-term and those born after 42 weeks are post-term.) Your baby probably weighs a little over 6 pounds at this point and measures between 19 and 20 inches, head to heel.
Many babies have a full head of hair at birth, with locks from 1/2 inch to 1 1/2 inches long. But don't be surprised if your baby's hair isn't the same color as yours. Dark-haired couples are sometimes thrown for a loop when their children are born blonds or redheads, and fair-haired couples have been surprised by Elvis look-alikes. And then, of course, some babies sport only peach fuzz.
Note: Every baby develops a little differently — even in the womb. Our information is designed to give you a general idea of your baby's development.
How your life's changing:
The next couple of weeks are a waiting game. Use this time to prepare your baby's nursery or to take care of tasks you may not get around to for a while after your baby's born. Take naps and catch up on your reading while you can.
Have you noticed an increase in the frequency or vividness of dreams lately? Anxiety about becoming a parent can fuel a lot of strange pregnancy dreams.
You may be getting a lot more Braxton Hicks contractions now, and they may last longer and be more uncomfortable. Sometimes — when they start to come frequently — you may even think you're in labor. You might also notice an increase in mucus discharge from your vagina. If you see some "bloody show" (the mucus plug tinged with a tiny amount of blood), labor is probably right around the corner! (If you have other spotting or bleeding, call your caregiver immediately.)
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