Is bigger really better?

Some people think bigger is better.  When it comes to things like diamonds, paychecks and slices of carrot cake, I definitely agree!  However, when it comes to babies the answer gets a little more sticky! 

I had my first weekly prenatal appointment on Monday (yes - I'm already that close to d-day!!) where I was measured to check the growth of the baby.  Prior to this point, I had been measuring right on track.  But since I hadn't been thrown a curve ball in a while, I guess my number was up - I am now measuring 2 1/2 weeks larger than I actually am.  That's right, the doctor measured me at the equivalent of 39 weeks pregnant!  She also felt the position and size of the baby and said it felt "on the large side".  So, this coming Monday I have a scheduled ultrasound to make sure the growth of the baby is on track and to assure that it's protected by the proper amount of amniotic fluid. 

I have plenty of things to fear (which you know this worry wart does!), but my biggest fear is that we'll find out the gender of the baby right before delivery!  I am sure that health-wise everything is a-ok with the baby; anything too alarming and she would be sending me for testing sooner than Monday.  So please keep us (and baby!) in your thoughts and prayers for this just to be a big and healthy baby!  I'm hopeful that it was just a mis-measurement and that this little peanut will not be a 9-pounder!  I'll update you all after Monday's appointment!!




Here's what "39 weeks" pregnant looks like (in actuality this is 36w, 6d).  Still feeling great.... just getting anxious for Monday's sneek peek at Baby Figs!