36 Weeks

We are only four weeks away! This week is number 36, and Anthony is now the size of a honeydew melon. We had our doctor appointment this morning and I had my strep culture done. Starting next week, we'll be going every week until delivery.

I'm still sick, unfortunately, with nasal congestion, a slightly sore throat, and just not getting enough sleep. That's why this is my last week at work before going on maternity. It's a ways out, but I need to rest and relax before Anthony arrives. I'm hoping I'll get better since I won't be around my sick coworkers as well.

Matt and I took all of Anthony's clothes (sizes newborn to 3 months) home this past weekend to wash before he wears them. We wanted to use my parents' washing machine instead of the laundromat as well as the wonderful smelling Dreft detergent for babies. On Monday I spent a while putting away the clothes, which turned out to be a pain since I had to match up the outfits.

This Friday Matt is working an event for Verizon (where he works) in Newport. It's two nights in a really nice hotel as well as an awards ceremony and dinner on Friday night. He was able to bring a guest, so I'm going with him. We're treating this as our mini "baby moon" before Anthony is born. Although he has to help out Friday during the day, I get to relax and lounge around all day until the awards banquet. They have an indoor pool that I plan to make good use of!

I'll be updating this Saturday with pictures of my belly at 36 weeks!