Week 36 NST, AFI, Dr. Appointment, and Bob's Shower!

Long title, lots done lately.

We're just hours away from officially have a full-term baby on our hands (and stomach) here!

We had our usual round of tests today, and everything's looking good. Baby was actually a little sleepy, and had to be 'buzzed' twice, to wake her up during the non-stress test. She reacted well, though. And we're definitely having some 'false labor' contractions - they showed up really well this week on the monitor. So that's a good sign.

Fluid looks good. Baby is lower still, and head-down. ("Smart baby!" says the doctor.)

We were a little concerned about the fact that Meg's blood sugar numbers have been a little higher these last few weeks. The doctor actually said that was totally expected, and pretty much a sign of a healthy pregnancy - so that's kind of a relief.

...and then the doctor said, "See you next week, if you don't go into labor before then!"

EEP! That was a bit strange to hear!

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Bob's faculty gave him a shower today! How cool is it that they give showers for men now? We got a toddler carseat, a Jumperoo, an activity gym, and some really cute clothes. Bob was totally surprised, and we're very grateful! (Good cake, too!)

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Tomorrow is Meg's last day working for QUITE a while. And yes, they did finally find a long-term substitute music teacher. Of course, they found her the last possible week, but hey, at least there's somebody there to teach next week! Meg is very relieved, and despite the fact that tomorrow is looking quite busy, she's thrilled. (And even happier to be getting a break!) Her goals for any time off before baby-time include (but are not limited to):

1. Decompressing after a stressful last few weeks at school
2. Hopefully getting the Christmas cards started
3. Having time to go to the bathroom whenever she feels like it for a change