38 Weeks today

So I'm 38 weeks along today. It is crazy to think that I'm "more pregnant" than some of my fertile friends have ever been. I can hardly believe that in a matter of days or weeks Brooklynn will be out of my womb and in our arms. I got asked a lot today if I was feeling anything being that tonight it is a full moon. I've had contractions today, but I don't think they were any stronger or more frequent than they have been over the last few days.

I'm feeling okay. I'm exhausted tonight though. I had a very long day yesterday and was at the office for nearly 12 hours. I don't see how women who work long shifts on their feet do it at this stage in their pregnancies. It's hard enough to make it through the day when you can sit most of the time. I still have the shooting sensations down my inner thighs at times during the day. I've also noticed some soreness on the backsides of my hipbones. I think I'm at a near full on waddle now, unless I take really small steps.

My doctor appointment was uneventful as usual. I saw another doctor today that I've not seen before and he spent about 2 minutes with me, though I was there the usual 50 - 55 minutes. My BP was 122/77. He said I measured fine, but didn't give a number. Her heartbeat sounded good and strong. I've gained one more pound bringing me to + 5 1/2 pounds total gain. I have the next two appointments scheduled for December 12 and 19. I'll be seeing my regular OB and she'll be doing a cervix check next week.



PS - I tried on my pre-pregnancy jeans last week and they slipped on just fine over my thighs hips and butt. I just couldn't begin to zip or button them of course. I hope that means it won't take too long to be back in my normal pants. I'd hate to have to buy new clothes for work, and I won't have much time before going back to work.