38 weeks

Thirty Eight weeks along! Here's Dale and I in the baby's room at 38 weeks and 3 days along. Shooter has been kicking a lot lately and stretching out in my belly. I think he's trying to take full advantage of all the space in there he can! I've been feeling a lot more pressure in my lower abdomen, and it's getting pretty uncomfy! You can see how swollen my hands and face are in these pictures, but that will all subside soon! Dale returns to work this coming Monday at his temporary unit until the 23rd of June. We've been taking it easy this week, not doing more than daily visits to the gym and swimming at the pool (did you notice our tans?!) The doctor's appointment went well this week, not much to report. We pre-registered at the hospital in preparation for his big debut, so I don't have to worry about paperwork when the big day comes! The delivery floor at the hospital is really nice! Shooter will be able to stay in the room with us the whole time and not taken to a nursery unless there are obvious complications. We also have access to setting up his social security info, insurance and birth certificate right there on base. Those are Dale's responsibilities after he comes and I'm resting/ recovering in the hospital. We go back to the doctor this week for another check-up. The doctor mentioned "stripping my membranes" this week if necessary.... after hearing the explanation, that just doesn't sound pleasant, but I'll deal with it. Anyhow, until the next time, keep us in your thoughts and prayers!