Wow! Can you believe how quickly the time is passing? We're in the home stretch until baby comes. Chris' mom is coming this weekend with the baby's bed and will help get things in place for his/her arrival. We're getting excited, but still have lots to do- including decide on names. : ) The weather is getting nicer, which has allowed us to be outside more. I worked in my flower beds today, which caused much grumbling from the little one. I've been having a few contractions here and there so my body can practice and prepare for baby's arrival. They don't hurt, but are a bit uncomfy at times. But uncomfortability is my life right now. Depending on what pants I'm wearing, I need help tying my on shoes! Ha ha ha! Here's what's happening to baby this week (and last since I never posted for week 34):
Week Thirty-Five
*Your baby acts completely like a newborn, with her eyes opened when awake and closed when sleeping. You may also find her settling into more of a routine for sleeping & awake times.
*She has learned to blink. She can also see more clearly when there is a bright light on your stomach and probably has the outline of all your organs memorized!
*Antibodies from your blood are being transferred to him. These immunities continue to build until birth. Then breast milk will add even more protection against disease.
*Your baby may have already turned to a head-down position in preparation for birth. If he is your first baby, he may be settling into the pelvis with his head pressing against your cervix.
*Fingernails have reached the end of the fingertips now. She may scratch her face even before she is born!
*The average baby weighs almost five and a half pounds now.
*Most babies born now will survive and without many long-term problems.
*Fat accumulations plumps up the arms and legs this week. These layers of fat will help him regulate his body temperature. They also provide those cute little dimples on elbows and knees!
*Her hearing is fully developed, so be sure to talk to your daughter. Do you find yourself speaking in a high-pitched tone? That's okay since some studies show babies respond better to higher pitches.
*It's getting crowded! Your baby is now taking up most of the uterus and you may even feel like your chest has run out of room! Soon enough though, baby will move down and you'll be able to breathe easily again (just not walk so easily! Ha!).
*Your baby is 18.2 inches (46.2cm) long and weighs 5.3 pounds (2383gm).
*The testes have completed their descent in males.
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