Week 31

Greg and I had our first of 3 bi-weekly appointments today, and it really does feel like we are flying through this pregnancy! I know I won't be able to say that for long, so I'm going to enjoy the feeling while it lasts. It was an especially exciting appointment as we had an ultrasound scheduled. Though a third ultrasound isn't routine, my doctor wanted one since I am at a higher risk of blood clots, and with this higher risk comes the possibility of growth problems for the baby, so she wanted to make sure that everything was on track. Fortunately for us, though, everything seems to be going well! Baby Smith is weighing in at 3 pounds, 11 ounces, which puts him in the 25th percentile for weight. It was great to get to see all of his different body parts and facial features--he really is starting to look like a little person!

Unfortunately, though, he has currently nestled himself into the breech position, which can cause issues if he doesn't reposition himself in the next two months. We were told that he will probably turn himself around before then, but there really are no guarantees, nor is there a whole lot we can do to coax him to change positions. My doctor suggested a couple of positions that rely on the power of gravity to try to force the baby to somersault into a head-down position, but, there seems to be no evidence that they actually work. So...we have another ultrasound scheduled in a month! The baby's growth and position will be rechecked, and we will see where we are!