36 week visit

Today was our 36week appointment. It consisted of our final ultrasound, see pictures below. His heart rate was normal, 147. His estimated weight was 7 pounds 4 oz. They guess he will be around 9 pounds at birth. We also met with our doctor. My weight gain (about 32 pounds so far) and belly measurements are good. Did a test for group B strep today. If I am positive for it I will receive antibiotics at delivery so Dexter will be protected from infection. We made up a "birth plan" - general questions like who can be in the room, do I want pain meds/epidural (yes please), does Dan want to cut the cord (he does not), etc. We also went by the L&D wing to get our tour. Its a small hospital and the L&D wing only has 4 birthing rooms. They are large rooms and private rooms which is nice. They keep the baby with you unless the baby needs special treatment. We gave them a list of non-military visitors who may come while I am in the hospital so the gate guard lets them in. (You need ID, car registration and proof of insurance to get on base if your name is on our list). If I have a vaginal birth I will be in the hospital for 48 hours, C-section 72hours. That's about it, I am on weekly appointments now until I go into labor!

Profile view of Dexter (above)

Looking straight at his face and right arm (below)