Counting, counting, counting

I've been counting a lot lately! Earlier this week I had a doc appointment and thought it would be a good time to blog. I've been doing really well considering it's the end of July and I'm 33 weeks pregnant! I've had the normal aches and pains, including the little kiddo kicking up under my ribs. He is measuring just wonderfully and I'm growing just great. I've been assigned the kick count chart to see that he kicks 10 times in either 15,30,45,60 min increments and grading A-D's each day. My boy already is getting straight A's. Sometimes I wonder if he's going to knock me off balance he kicks so much. I've even been able to tell his sleep wake schedule since his movements are becoming more consistent. I've had some cramping so now I have to watch and make sure that it doesn't happen 5 times in an hour for 3 hours of monitoring and laying down. If so, to the hospital I go! But I haven't felt anything for days now. So between counting measurements, kick counts, cramp counts, baby sleep cycle, 33 weeks and 7 to go, I think I have my numbers down! I'm excited for our little feisty one to come!

Week 31

9 weeks to go! I can hardly believe it! Last week we went to a doctors appointment and another ultrasound (that's 5!) I have to admit I love having so many ultrasounds and seeing this little kiddo. My doctor was curious to know how big he is since I'm measuring ahead still. I was really worried because my family is notorious for having big babies (9-10 pounders! me being one of them). But, all was well during the ultrasound. Baby Brown is a healthy 3 lbs 4 oz and in the 37 percentile which is great! And he's head down and facing backwards so he's in position and ready to go. The doctor predicted that when he's born he'll be about 7 lbs 4 oz. Ah happy momma! I'm still measuring ahead which could be just how he is positioned in me. I'm thinking that he is really long. When I feel him move he is way low and on opposite corners kicking the back of my ribs.
I'm feeling good, can't complain. I'm more tired, sore, and forgetful, but that is normal. I'm very grateful for air conditioning and a relaxing summer, and a helpful husband. The baby's room is painted, car seat is assembled, and boxes of diapers and wipes are present. I'm feeling slightly ready. I know that I still have 9 weeks, and I don't want him out yet, but I'm excited to hang out with this kiddo on the outside! I've been thinking about the hospital bag that eventually will need to be packed. Any suggestions?

P.S. If you want to check out his latest ultrasound go to www.youtube.com/jimmybyu they are posted by date taken. Good luck figuring out what you're seeing :)