Full Term

   37 weeks today, measuring 38 and getting closer each day. 21 days in counting and I'm pretty sure that number isn't going to grow. I think I've decided that if I haven't had him by 2-3 days before my due date, I'll be scheduling an induction for on or real close to my due date. With Liam, he was measuring pretty true to his due date but Matix has been a week ahead ever since 8 weeks (I remember the ultrasound tech saying that she's required to use my LMP date as the indicator for the due date but that he was 9 weeks according to measurements, not 8). I feel more comfortable getting him out after I've completed the full 40 weeks then waiting another one just to possibly have him induced 7 days later and have a HUGE baby with increased risk for complications for us both.

   Of course everything is subject to change, which is perhaps the most frustrating part of the last 3 weeks of pregnancy. At my appointment, i was no further dilated or effaced and while I feel like my contractions are stronger and more frequent, I know that could just mean that I'll be in pain longer and more frequently. I sound like such a downer. I'm not, just trying to stay real here.

   In the mean time, I'm glad to be able to focus on My nephews, my dad, my, father-in-law and my grandpa. Lots of cards to send out and partys to go to. Please join the party Matix, there is plenty of room in April for another birthday..take mine.

   Most importantly, my Liam and my Chad. It REALLY hit me this week that our relationships are going to change big time with this next baby (just like they did with Liams arrival). I love things the way they are, we're so happy and in such a predictable, harmonious groove, its hard to imagine any change at all, even such a good one like adding Matix to the mix. I can't help but be a little scared and honestly dramatic about our last days as a family of three. It's kind of like when we left Rexburg, I didn't want to miss out on anything that special stage of our lives had to offer. I cuddle longer with Liam, I sleep in later, Chad and I have just one kid to gush over when were on our dates and finding a sitter is a breeze. We're spending lots of time together, talking about how great a growing family is and how special each member is to us. Matix, we're so ready for you, and I'm sure that upon your arrival, we'll not know how we ever lived without you, but oh how we'll miss and look back fondly on our days as a family of three.