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Hi Baby B!

We are almost at the end of our journey here. At 36 weeks now, we are in our final weeks. Believe it or not, you could come any day now! Now you are the size of a watermelon and are gaining about a half ounce per week:

Although you are almost considered full term (will be as of Friday), you are still continuing to grow. And everyday you spend in my belly is another day of strength you are gaining. So, as eager as Daddy and I are to meet you now, we're happy to let you stay put for a little while longer.

Our last two doctor's visits were pretty uneventful. They say you look great and things are going well. I've had a few contractions while on the fetal monitor, but nothing that I have felt. Although I do think I may have felt one or two these last couple days - obviously nothing too big though.

The doctors did inform me though that you will definitely be here by your due date, March 11!!! Because of my thyroid and the effects it can have on the placenta they do not want to you in there any longer than necessary. So that was exciting to here!! At one of our next visits we'll talk about a plan if you do not come on your own by then. Personally I feel like you're already moving down and getting yourself ready.

Last weekend Daddy and I started our childbirth prep class and will finish it this weekend. Although a lot of the information is review to me, it's been informative to both me and your Dad. Also this weekend we plan to finish putting everything together and away in anticipation of you coming. Your nursery is ALMOST complete and I can't wait to show off Daddy's amazing job! (Pictures of that should be posted next time)

Speaking of pictures, here's our latest pic - taken yesterday before Daddy and I went out for Valentine's Day:

36 weeks 4 days

And as promised, here are some pictures from our two showers:

Mommy & Daddy B

March Baby Bumps

Baby B's first Bears jersey

With the hostesses

Mommy & Daddy B

With the Grandmas

Hand drawn animals for nursery