38 Week Belly Post

Two weeks and counting! Or will it be sooner? I feel like a ticking time bomb!

We have seen some progress since last week and are eagerly awaiting your arrival.  At this weeks doctor appointment we found out that I am 1 cm dilated and 50% effaced, which means you are working to make your grand appearance! My belly is measuring 40 centimeters and the doctor thinks you weigh around 7 pounds.  From all accounts it looks like you are ready to come out into the world! I have now gained a total of 23 pounds.
Every time I get up to go to the restroom in the middle of the night, Daddy and I both wonder if my water will break! Every twinge and new little pain makes me wonder if today will be the day we get to meet you.  I am still having lots of pressure and lower back aches but I am also having achy thighs and some sharp pains in my pelvis.  I still take lots and  lots of bathroom breaks but am sleeping well in between.
Your family is set to come up to Pennsylvania for your birth but are on standby in case you come early! Daddy's parents are scheduled to arrive Thursday, June 29th and Ma was supposed to fly in Tuesday, July 3rd but decided to change her ticket to arrive on Wednesday, June 27th.  Aunt Lisha is still crossing her fingers you decide to come early and share her birthday on June 26th!
Whatever date we finally get to meet you on, we are ready! Your nursery is set up, hospital bags are packed, car seat is installed...all we need is you! We love you and will continue to count the days until you are in our arms!