Week 38

First, I must say that pregnancy has been an amazing journey and I’m already looking forward to doing it again! At times, I just can’t imagine myself without a baby belly anymore, and the thought of not having those little bumps and wriggles occuring inside seems strange. Although I think I will miss being pregnant, we’re very much looking forward to the arrival of our little Anoush or Tigran!

Jason and I took a helpful “Active Birth” class last weekend, run by the same woman that I take yoga classes from. We learned about the physiology of birth, practiced some helpful positions and tips for the labour and delivery. I will attend another similar day workshop on Wednesday run by the midwife unit where I go for my regular checkups. This one will be focused more on the medical side of delivery including the hospital aspects and pain relief options.

I went to my midwife last Thursday, and everything continues to stay on track. The baby is still head down, but not fully ‘engaged’ into the pelvis yet. I’ve been having sporadic ‘Brackston Hicks’ contractions, which are good practice for my body.

Only a couple of weeks to go until the delivery date, but I’m hoping the baby will decide to come a week late or so. I hope to complete two of my three term papers before April 5th, then take a few days to relax and do some cleaning around the apartment. We’re all set with the necessary items for the baby, and I’ve managed to wash all the clothes and cloth diapers, etc that we need. I’ve been so blessed to have a smooth pregnancy and I thank all of you who have sent words of support, advice and help throughout!

We will of course put pictures of the baby on the website as soon as he/she is born! Keep your eyes out – but keep your fingers crossed that they don’t appear for a few more weeks!