3 weeks to go!!!

This weekend Kevin and I attended the Prepared Childbirth class at the hospital. We had heard that it was a bit granola, so we weren't too sure if we would like it or not. It actually turned out to be a great class. All the couples there asked a lot of questions about receiving an epidural, so the nurse figured out real quick she wasn't going to get anywhere with the advocating natural birth. We really didn't hear much new stuff, but it was reassuring to hear the nurse answer some questions and take the tour of the maternity ward. Kevin was also selected to wear the empathy belly for about 30 minutes during class. I wish we had done this sooner! I believe this is something every husband should do while his wife is pregnant. First, the nurse placed a tight strap around his chest to simulate shortness of breath. She then had him put on the belly complete with boobs and a heating pad to make his temperature rise. She then added a weight that went under the belly and pressed against his bladder so he felt the urge to use the restroom. Lastly, she placed two weighted balls inside the belly that also rolled around to simulate the baby moving. In all, I think the belly weighed about 27 pounds. Although Kevin has been very understanding and supportive during this pregnancy, I believe this experience gave him a much better understanding of what the last nine months have been like for me. One of the other couples in the class took pictures of Kevin and his belly, so as soon as I get them I will be sure to post them :)

We also had an ultrasound this week to see approximately how big Hunter is and what position he is in. He is in the head down position and facing my back, so he is already for the big day. Dr. Richter took his measurements and estimates that at 37 weeks he is currently 7 lbs. 6 oz., and guesses that he will be at least 8 lbs. at birth. She did state that this measurement could be a little off, but that could mean either bigger or smaller. She did also report that he is pretty cramped in there, so I'm wondering how long he will be. Dr. Richter also checked me to see if anything had changed since my last appointment, but no such luck. With Monday being a holiday, I actually go back to see her this Friday to see if anything has changed. I should also get the results of my Strep B test that day too.