Weeks 33 & 34

Here we are... starting our 8th month of pregnancy!! It's such a comfort knowing that we have made it this far and, thankfully, that bedrest has been effective. The baby is getting bigger each day and really likes to show off in my belly... it seems to change shape all the time as Baby E wiggles around in there.

Throughout the 33rd and 34th weeks, the baby should weigh somewhere around 4 1/2 pounds. At our ultrasound a couple of weeks ago, he or she measured in at 3 pounds 4 ounces, so we are right on schedule. The layer of soft hair, called lanugo, that covers the baby's body should be falling off now. However, the protective coating, called vernix, that covers the baby's skin is getting thicker.

Most importantly, according to www.mayoclinic.com, babies born during the 34th week need extra attention, but almost all are healthy!

We go to the doctor on Monday, February 23rd for another check-up... check back soon for an update!