Today we had our 38 week appointment (at 38 weeks 4 days). We had the growth assessment ultrasound and they measured Baby James to be 7 lbs 1 oz, give or take a pound - it's difficult to get an accurate measurement at this point because it's hard to get clear shots of the different body parts that need to be measured, since they're all squeezed into such a tight space. Honestly, Jay and I were asking the whole time, "What is that?", although Jay could point out the femur when Baby James was getting his soccer legs measured! He's in the 42nd percentile this time around and the doctor said that's right where she wants him to be. His current estimated size does not necessitate an induction, although the doctor did give us the option. We're holding off though - the amniotic fluid levels are still good, and Baby James' heartrate was good and strong, in the 120's, so we can't justify an "elective induction" (i.e. no real medical reason). However, I have progressed again! I'm up to 2 cm dilated and am now 50% effaced, so the doctor decided to strip my membranes a little. This is a natural method of labor induction, but it will only work if Baby James and I are both ready anyway. Most patients who have the procedure done at their 38 week prenatal are simply less likely to go past their due dates. And no, it doesn't cause the waters to break. We'll just have to wait and see what the weekend brings, or doesn't bring... We really prefer Baby James to make his entrance on his own schedule. Lucky for us, our doctor is on call this weekend, should we need her!
Also, we did get a new photo of Baby James today, though I wish you luck in interpreting it! If you look closely, you can see his closed eyes and his nose, with his left index finger held underneath as if he's trying to stifle a sneeze:
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