Ready, Set, So......

So, it seems that my body is getting ready for this little guy to come! I have been having minor contractions for a week and a half now and am growing more excited. Last week I was dilated to 1 cm, but 0% effaced. My OB did not check my cervix on Thursday, but definitely will next week. When we see her next week, we'll go ahead and schedule an induction for the week following by due date just so we have it on the books during this busy baby season. She may also strip my cervical membranes (I know, too much info) next week to get things going and hope he arrives before the scheduled induction. Everything is looking good with the baby. I am gaining weight as I should be (approximately 1-2 lbs a week the final 3-4 weeks) and my belly is measuring right on target for his gestational age. He's always very excited when we check his heartbeat, usually right around 150-160 beats per minute. Right now he is in the correct head down position, facing right. What a good baby! His movements are pretty consistent and predictable now. He seems to move the most first thing in the morning, just before lunch and dinner and as I'm getting ready for bed. He definitely lets me know when it's time to eat! And the hiccups are a normal part of our day!! My sleeping patterns are shifting as well as my body prepares me for sleepless nights. I typically wake up every 3-4 hours and am up for the day between 5:00 and 6:30am. We have just a few things to get ready around the house before the baby comes; otherwise, Bryan and I are ready and very excited for Braylon to make his debut!