wk36

I couldnt really sleep well at night as Baby Jade seems to be practising karate kicks and punches in my womb. They do cause some discomfort and sometimes even pain. Her kicks are so powerful today that I wonder if it is a good idea to enrol her to Teawondo or Karate. hehe.. Me and Alvin want her to at least take up a martial art be it Chinese kungfu(following Uncle Andy's footstep), Taewondo(following Uncle Wisely's footstep) or Karate (following Uncle Pat's footstep). Back to the story, sometimes her movements are so vigorious like I wonder if it is the so-called contractions??? I saw movements on my tummy so I guess its my baby shifting herself and not contractions right?

When I told mum about Jade's movements, she mocked and said, "She don't want to stay in the fatty tummy. It must be very cramped inside." yah, my tummy is supposed to be cramp! but fatty?! *hrumpf* this is my first baby... of coz my womb is not too stretched and seasoned.

Last week and this week, Jade's daddy is working night shift. As my tummy is getting bigger and bigger, moreover, his friends' been telling him that since Jade is already 2.7kg, she may popped out anytime. This really worries us. *sweat*

But I hope she can stay inside for at least another week as my mum has hurt her shoulder and has not recovered and I felt really bad. She was helping us to wash and tan Jade's clothes which I think that is why it takes so long for her to recover. I tried to help but she scolded me and say if anything happen to me, that would be worst as no one is at home to help. Rightly.. a lady in her mid forties with sprained shoulder and a frail pregnant woman.

Anyway, today mum has helped me washed the last batch of Jade's stuff and here's some photos of her cuties:

Guess, we got her too many pinkies..

Her playpen has been set up. Playpen's a gift from Aunties MeiHui, Angel, Germaine and Uncle Alex. Its a bit messy though. But the mattress sheets and pillow sheets and stuff will be nicely put up before she and me discharged frm the hospital... still some more days to go..

geez.. i think that's all for today.. I am kinda sleeply. *yawnz*

Wyeth Gold Club Pregnancy Newsletter: Month 9

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This month is all about getting ready for the big day. You need to pack your hospital bag and keep it somewhere handy, ready to go at a moment's notice. You may also want to wash everything your baby will be wearing in a mild detergent before packing it so it's ready to use when she's born.

Here's a checklist of some things you might want to pack:
Your hospital bag
Front opening nightgowns or loose-fitting casual outfits
Nursing bras and breast pads
Panties that you won't mind throwing away if they become stained
Robe
Slippers
Toiletry bag including toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, soap, hairbrush, shampoo, make-up
Sanitary pads
Loose-fitting clothes for going home
Cash

Your labor bag
Your birth plan
Old nightgown or t-shirt for giving birth
Vaseline and lip balm
Lotion or massage oil
Socks
Radio or CD/tape player

Your baby's bag
Sleep suits
Undershirts
Diapers
Sweater, coat, hat, socks, mittens for the journey home
Baby blanket
Car seat (you might not be allowed to take your baby home in a car without one!)

Dads need a bag for the hospital too, so get packing! You might want to bring :
Layers of clothes that can be removed or added
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Snacks and drinks
Watch or clock with second hand for timing contractions
Games/books to keep you both occupied during labor
Camera or video camera WITH film or tape
Coins or phone cards. (Use of mobile phones is usually restricted to outside the hospital building)
List of names and numbers: her parents, yours, and so on
Pen and paper to write down details of your baby's vital statistics

And don't forget to stock the freezer and cupboards with easy to prepare meals for when you return home!

My baby..

At week 36, your baby is around 46 cm and weighs 2.5 kg. She has beautiful eyes and her head has dropped into your pelvic cavity. By week 40, she's completely ready to be born, although she's unlikely to arrive on the due date. Only 5% of babies give their parents this satisfaction!