38 Weeks & 2 days

I didn't even want to take a pic this week.  I've been so uncomfortable and HUGE. 

Here's the latest news:  last week we had a ultrasound because my doctor thought the baby might be getting too big.  He was 7 lbs, 12 oz last week.  I was put on bed rest because I can barely walk.  The baby has been on my sciatic nerve for about 6 weeks.  Also, my fingers and hands feel like they are constantly asleep.  My doctor said everything will be back to normal after delivery.

During the ultrasound, Grayson was making the funniest face, like he was pouting.  He is so precious!

So today I had my 38 week appointment.  As of today, Grayson is 8 lbs, 2 oz.  No wonder I'm so uncomfortable.  If I make it to my actual due date, he will be around 9 lbs!!!!  The doctor explained that they don't like to induce unless I'm dilated at least 3cm.  It increases the chances of having a c-section.  So I just have to wait it out.

The things that people tell you to do to induce labor are hilarious.  I have to share this one.  My friend told me to try a lemon drop cupcake from Carolina Cupcakery.  I knew this was ridiculous but I'm always up for a cupcake.  I went in and ordered a lemon drop for me and a french toast cupcake for David.  The lady helping me asked if I was close to my due date...she knew about the miracle cupcake...I started to get excited.  She went on to tell me that it's been "proven by science" to induce labor.  She said that some doctors send their patients to them.  I ate the cupcake and anxiously waited for something to happen.  Well, nothing.  Thinking I got the dosage wrong, I went back 3 days later and bought another lemon drop.  It's been 2 days since my last cupcake.  I will say, their cupcakes are delicious, but don't get your hopes up ladies.  This doesn't work!  

I finally put up some decorations in Grayson's room.  It's starting to come together!