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Week 29 came with a pretty big milestone: my last plane ride before baby. This also meant that we were traveling! Mr. Fix-It and I flew to Providence to celebrate a shower for our little baby. It was an absolutely wonderful event, and Ill write a separate post on it soon!

This week was really fantastic. After the not-so-fun kidney stone issue, I was feeling better than ever this week. Ill take back what I said about the third trimester, I feel completely like myself and quite energetic. Baby seems to have a surge of energy too - Ive been feeling some major kicks and jabs!

Earlier in the week we had a follow up ultrasound to rule out a placenta previa. As of now, it hasnt budged one bit, so Im still considered "flagged". The cut-off for a previa is when the placenta is within 2cm of the cervix. Right now, the sucker has been hanging out at 2cm for the past 8 weeks. Theyll check again at 36 weeks to see if it moves and then make a final decision as to whether a c-section will be safest. I get the impression that my doctor is pretty cautious, and her attitude is to not take any unnecessary risks. Im really crossing my fingers that I get a shot at a natural delivery, but health and safety come first.

The ultrasound also meant that we got to see our little one! S/he is estimated to weigh 2lbs 14oz and is measuring exactly a week ahead of schedule. The measurements dont necessarily guarantee an early delivery, but its reassuring to know that baby is nice and healthy. Its little face was as cute as ever!

Also of note, little one was in the head down position. Ive decided this means baby likes to be prepared. I approve! It was funny too, the tech was trying to get a measurement of the placenta and baby leaned back and pushed its head right in the way. And then refused to move. Little stinker! As a result, mommy had to get a "lady business" ultrasound instead. Thanks, kid.

I cant believe I have to wait until 36 weeks before I get another glimpse at the baby. Im sure it will be here before we know it, and then pretty soon after that I can stare at our little one all I want. Its so exciting to be in the homestretch!