I usually have my appointments with Dr. Risky in the mornings, but yesterday I couldn’t get an early appointment and had to settle for the afternoon. Morning appointments with Dr. Risky are wonderful, we’re in and out in under an hour. An afternoon appointment with an obstetrician is blocking off a giant chunk of your day, especially with a high risk doctor like mine. My doctor is wonderful, she gives everyone her full attention and gives them as much time as they need. Unfortunately, if your appointment is towards the end of the day, that means you’re not going to see the doctor for a while. Especially if she has some unscheduled deliveries. Which, duh, she’s an OB, of course they are unscheduled.
That whole paragraph took almost as long as today’s wait. Today’s wait was long! But worth it.
So as you all probably know by now, Binky is big. Just look at the belly:
Soon it’s going to take TWO yard sticks to measure that girth.
Last week my fundal height was measuring five centimeters ahead, so Dr. Risky wanted an ultrasound (and this week? Measuring six cm ahead! That’s full-term!) to make sure everything was OK.
The first thing we saw was Binky’s giant hair-covered noggin at the bottom of my uterus. So, not breech! I’d be more excited about this if she was a) going out the traditional way, and b) guaranteed to stay head-down. Unfortunately, this kid moves a LOT and I am 100% certain it is her head and not her little bottom that is slamming into my right ribs as I type this. She may have the head of a Spohr, but she’s got her mama’s butt and that means it’s padded. Badonkadonk!
Mike and I always hold our breath when the doctor measures the amniotic fluid levels. There’s no reason to think there won’t be enough – in fact, my large size indicated the opposite (which can also be a problem) – but Madeline had hardly any and we’ll never be able to get that out of our minds. Luckily, Binky has the perfect amount. We could even see her little chest rising and falling as she practiced her breathing movements.
Finally, Dr. Risky got to the information we really wanted to know – the weight estimate. Before she’d started the ultrasound, Dr Risky asked me how big I thought the baby was. I replied, “HUUUUUGE!” I wasn’t far off – Binky is measuring at five pounds 11 ounces. That places her in the 70th percentile for size. Some of this can be attributed to Mike’s size, he’s a full foot taller than me. My gestational diabetes could also play a factor, although it has been very well managed since I started taking oral medication for my blood sugar (and I’ve been losing weight since I was diagnosed).
It’s crazy to think she’s almost twice as big as Madeline when she was born (three pounds one ounce – and almost as big as Maddie was when she came home from the NICU (six pounds). Of course it’s all estimates, but the one thing I can’t forget is that the morning Maddie was born, one of my doctors estimated her weight at two pounds and she came out over three. Binky’s estimate could go the other way, but I have a feeling she’s even bigger than predicted. Doctors tend to underestimate the weight of a Spohrhead.
Also, in case you’re keeping score, it was a pants-on appointment! Woo!
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WOW! Judging by your size these days, if I were you I would be afraid to cough or sneeze because that bubble might just pop! You do look cute as ever though with that adorable bump and I see your shelf has expanded!
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When I sneeze, I check to make sure she’s still in there.
Yay! I hope she’s perfectly sized and assumes a diving position when it’s time!!!!
Not keeping score, but those pants-on appointments are always nice. Can’t wait to see Binky!
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Awww! Congratulations on Binky’s size, and getting to keep your pants on.
I got chills of happiness for you.
wow.
*HUGS*
Yay for your wonderful pants-on appointment! The Binky Bump is looking great!
BIG BABY! That’s so cool.
I wonder what her birth weight will be?
9 pounds 2 ounces.
That’s my guess:)
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I have to say the pants on appointments are the best. I want to guess too. I’m saying 7 pounds 10 ounces.
Love that Baby Bump Heather!
My guess is 7, 11. What do we get if we guess exactly right? An autugraphed picture of Binky??
So happy for you!!! Yay for fun appointments like that one!!!!!
LOL! I will have to make a contest or something!
My guess is 8 lb 2 ounces!!
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Love the pairing of “perfect amount” & “amniotic fluid”! Thought that would be my favorite phrase of the post, until I read “Woo!” for pants-on appointment!
Hooray for a good visit with Dr. Risky!
Oh, Heather,,,that’s wonderful news!! Binky knows that mommy & daddy have been through enough, and she’s going to do everything possible to make it all great for you from here on out!! Like everybody else……………….can’t wait to see this gorgeous little girl make her grand entrance!!!
Congrats on getting to keep your pants on! LOL
Both times they estimated my babies, they were one pound too low. But no worries, you and Binky look great no matter what the weight!
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There is nothing better than a pants-on appointment at this stage of the game!
xo from ct
Amanda
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5 lbs11oz is the weight my 33 wk son was born at!!
I’m guessing Binky will be over 10 lbs!!! Thank goodness for c-sections!!!
Loving the tummy, yet sympathizing as I remember how uncomfortable I was at that point. As I didnt get to see just how big my giant belly could get, I am living vicariously through you and looking fortward to watchimg yours grow over the next few weeks!
So pleased things are progressing well…almost there now!
I know…I’ve never been so pregnant before, so it’s crazy for me, too!
I’m so happy that Binky is doing so well. Can’t wait until she pops out and we can see pictures.
YAY Binky! And Yay for a pants on visit!
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Holy Belly — that’s great!
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LOL @ Holy Belly
They do tend to be wrong when guessing the weights of those babies. I think that they may have gotten better since my oldest was born. They guessed her at around 5lbs, and she was 9lbs 4oz, and 21 inches long. Holy cow! I was not prepared for that. It was almost 18 years ago, and before 3D and all that. So happy to hear that Binky is getting big, and healthy in there!
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i had a midwife for my first that just kinda felt my belly … felt the baby … and guessed EXACTLY (well within 2 oz.) what stella’s weight was a few days before delivery. crazy.
your belly looks beautiful … and i’m sure binky will be just as beautiful.
me? i feel like a giant house right about now! i cannot wait for baby to make an appearance.
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Glad you had a great appt and that everything looks good with Binky. My daughter was estimated to be 10 lbs but came out at 8 lbs 4 oz…she had a big head and that’s what threw the measurements off
Cant wait until Binky is here and we can see how big she is!
Hi there dear sweet Heather,
I’m so pleased to read that yesterday’s appointment with Dr. Risky went well despite the long wait. Yeah for the Binky Bean doing so well. I just love the Binky Belly, you are looking great, Mama Spohr. Continue to take such good care of yourself. Sending you a big hug (its has to be big these days to fit around the Binky Belly!).
Lots of love
Erica
YAHOO!!!!! Look at that magic belly!!! And too think…you’re full term!!!! YAHOO…prayers answered!!!
Any talk about a delivery date? SO excited!!!
Way too go Mama…..not long now!!! I can’t wait!!!!
Love,
Jenn
Dr Risky has discussed some dates, but she said she revises her plans every week. She’s keeping me on my toes!
The day my 1st son was born (40 w, 1d), they gave me an u/s b/c I was looking ridiculously large and they said by u/s, he was around 9 1/2 lbs, but with a 2lb margin of error- so either he’d be 7 1/2 or 11 1/2??? That’s a pretty big swing of guess, luckily he was around that 9lb mark. But I found it interesting that the slightest degree of a centimeter or ounce mark [earlier in pregnancy] can raise flags or calm nerves- when u/s results are taken more as gospel. But at the end, we live with 2 lb margins, and the “exact science” goes out the window. Hm, fuzzy math if you ask me!
Such a great appointment, can’t wait to see pix of her Spohr head full of hair, being snuggled with her mom and dad.
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I’m so happy all is well with the (huge… hugely awesome!) belly, its occupant, and its owner!
xoxo
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Mine always measured big too, it was a relief to me because of the pre-term labor. I would love it if Binks was 10 lbs, it isn’t coming out of your woman parts anyway! Love the belly pic, it is beautiful
xo
in case your takinHere is my prediction:
You will deliver on Feburary 4th,2010 and Binky will weigh 7lbs 6 oz. Just in case your taking bets. Go Binky! Go Binky! Your the baby! Your the baby!
SUCH a beautiful belly!! I love it! Sooo happy for you & can’t wait to see this beautiful babe! I too had GD with both of my pregnancies-2nd time around I delivered 3.5 weeks early (induced) a healthy 8 lbs 13 oz baby…I can’t imagine if we’d of let him cook the whole 40 weeks!!
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It’s so nice to read some upbeat internet news. Your family deserves happiness and we all love reading about it!
You look just like a regular old low risk pregnant Lady! Yaaaaaay!!!
(Wait, not regular OLD Lady, just regular old. Like, typical. I’m NOT calling you an Old Lady.)
HA! Yeah, I’m still totally a youngster! hee hee.
Wow – she is growing and growing; you both must be thrilled! My own daughter was about 4 weeks early and weighed 5 lbs 7 ounces; no problems at all. Her first baby (my beloved 19 month old granddaughter) was a week early and weighed 6 lbs 2 ounces, and is just perfect. And now we will have another grandbaby in August 2010!
I am so excited for you!
My youngest son was 5# 10 oz born at exactly 36 weeks. Had they let him go, he’d have been a MOOSE! (I had PIH since week 20 and was on total bedrest and induced.)
Glad to hear that Binky is doing wonderfully! You look GREAT! YAY for pants-on appointments! (that made me giggle a little….)
.-= jen´s last blog ..Wordless Wednesday- genius =-.
I’m placing my guess too – 8lbs 5 oz but I’ll get back to you with a date (I’m competitive, I’m using time to my advantage LOL!). Yay for this amazing post AND for pants-on appointments!
your “shelf” has definitely elongated…that’s so AWESOME!
addison was estimated at around 8 lbs and well, she came out 8.2. conner on the other hand, he was estimated at 7lbs and he came out 9.1! (both were 21 inches long) so, yeah who knows exactly what binky’s gonna do. and who really cares how big as long as she’s com’n down that shoot healthy!
i’m getting really, really excited! can’t wait to meet binky!! (i don’t really know you, but i feel like i do…weird?)
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Yay, for good news ultrasounds, pants on appts, and big pregnant belly pics. This post is full of great things!
So, glad to hear Binky is doing well and cooking up nice for her arrival.
Love and hugs.
.-= Lisa´s last blog ..Prenatal Screenings =-.
I feel like such a weirdo, because I don’t have kids of my own (one 7 year old step-daughter I love as my own though) but I love reading about you, Mike, Maddy and Binky.
My thoughts are with ya as you go through your last part of pregnancy!
Best,
Sara
I LOVE the belly! You know, since it’s not on me. But the decapitated Spohr shots are getting a bit creepy.
So happy to hear that all is well. What an amazing success to have made it this far!
HA. OK. I will include a head next time. But then I have to brush my hair!
Love so much about this post- the adorable belly shot, the pants-on comment, the words “perfect amount” and “full term” and of course “badonkadonk”! That one always cracks me up!
So happy for all of you!!! Binky is such a lucky little girl!!!!
I love that Binky Bump! And I am going to wager a 7 pound 7 oz baby. Enjoy it mama Spohr, your getting there!
MAJOR high-five at the pants-off appointment! Binky is so big and healthy! Yay! I simply cannot WAIT to finally get to see her!
(((hugs)))
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Continuing to keep good thoughts for all of you!!
Congrats! All good news.
Go big healthy Binky!
One of my favorite posts yet – filled with such amazing news!
I should tell you that the first thing I do every morning is check your blog for a new posting – it’s the highlight of my day. I’m one of the “friends” and quiet supporters that has followed you on this journey and am so happy for you, Mike & Binky. And I have to say thank you for the last line – I’m still laughing about it. You are damn funny lady!
All the best – can’t wait to see photos of beautiful baby Binky when she arrives!!!
So happy to hear all of this good news – am thrilled your 1st OB visit of the year was a good one. AND, your belly is gorgeous!
Wishing you all the best as you approach the finish line,
Michele in Staten Island, NY
Great belly! My first was guessed to be low 7′s and was 9lb 7 oz. Thank god for C Sections after that pain!!! I’m so thrilled Binky is doing wonderful!
WAY TO GO BINKY!!! Good luck you guys, you are almost there!!!
You look great! my stomach looked exactly like that with my Rory. She was head down but her butt was up under my right rib and her feet push out my left side when she would stretch. They estimated her at a little over 7lbs at my 39th week (I had weekly ultrasounds & non-stress test) and she came out 8.2lbs.
I can’t wait to see that beautiful face and full head of hair.
hooray!
Here’s to Binky’s not inconsiderable size! Keeping my fingers crossed that everything keeps being good news!
That’s all so totally awesome! Can’t wait to meet Binky Spohr with the Giant head.
You’re in the home stretch. What a wonderful finish line to look forward to crossing. As always, continued hugs and positive thoughts from this section of the country.
Keep the good news coming!
I am guessing too! I say 6lbs-14oz.
(((HUGS))) from your friend in Florida
It’s so wonderful to hear excitement in your words.
I’ll guess 7lb 15oz.
almost time!!!
i’m going 7lbs 11ozs.
thank the sky above for the pants on appointments.. i have one this afternoon myself.
almost time for the binkster!!!
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I know you must feel almost afraid to take a breath but really- things look so good! Your baby is going to be coming soon and you will be astonished at how big she looks to you!
And she may well be larger than the doctor estimates. They told my daughter three weeks before she delivered that her baby was already near the 10-pound range and tried to scare her into a C-section. When he was actually born he was only 9 lbs. 4 oz. so I take those estimations with a grain of salt.
Binky is going to be perfect.
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Heather,
Almost daily, I read your blog and my heart breaks. More often than not I shed a couple tears for Maddie, you and your husband. Today, those tears were of joy. You truly deserve this joyful time! I’m so happy for you! Congratulations, she will be here before you know it!
Grow Binky Grow!! God Bless!
You’ve gotta love the pants-on appointments. Nothing better than that. So glad to hear things seem to be going really well, large Spohrhead and all!!!!
You look SO GREAT!! Grow Binky Grow!!
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So glad she’s doing so well in there. And with how big that bump is, I would imagine the doctors underestimated as well!
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Yay for good news!!! I am counting the days until she arrives, and cheering her on for every week that she stays in.
aahh! everytime I come back to your blog there are more awesome pics of you & your big belly and it makes my whole day!! I was 8 lbs 10 oz when I was born, but, funny story, my Dad got the numbers switched and spent half my life telling the world I was 10 lbs 8 oz..thanks Dad! Binky is totally going to be a chubby baby and it will be glorious.
I’m praying for you momma spohr! keep growing binky!!
Your belly looks just gorgeous! It sounds like Binky is growing great and that’s just awesome news.
.-= Sarah R´s last blog ..I just embarrassed myself! =-.
I’m reading this in tears. I’m not sure I could be more excited about healthy Binky unless she were mine. Hugs to all of you.
.-= Kelly´s last blog ..It’s more complicated than you think =-.
We are so excited for you, this is great news!! Go Binky, go Heather & Mike!
.-= Erin´s last blog ..I’m Rich, Bitch! =-.
It’s getting so close. I am excited to meet little Binky. You look great.
.-= Danielle´s last blog ..I am a follower! =-.
You look so good! I’m so happy that Binky is growing well and that she has just the right amount of fluid. Hooray!
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I’m so freaking happy for you guys that I have no more words after this one
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I am keeping score, so thanks for letting me know. I think I spend far too much time wondering whether you have pants on or not.
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I know. I tell these things for you.
Your belly makes me want to reach through the screen to rub it it’s so cute.
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I’m guessing 7 pounds 15 ounces for when the little lady makes her debut.
I’m just SO happy for you guys. SO happy! And excited! And thrilled! And other exclamation point words!
Hi There! First time commenter here. I read your blog everyday with my morning coffee. Ive been touched by your journey and am so excited for Binky to arrive.
I think the best part of having baby stuff is guessing the size. My first was supposed to be around 8lbs but came in 8 days late at 9.7. My second, a boy, was eight days early and was supposed to be around 9.13. He weighed in at 11lbs. The drs just give a best guess but I have found that its the mama’s that know best. I had a feeling my son was going to be huge and he was. He was supposed to be that way. He was 16lbs at his 6 week check up and now at 3 is the size of a five yr old.
Enjoy!!!! cant wait to see Binky.
I had a size/amniotic fluid check 2 days before baby #2 where they estimated 7 pounds. She was over 10. This was many years ago, so I hope they are better at it now!
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I am so pleased to hear good things about Binky! I read your blog daily, and my heart breaks for you regularly. So it’s good to hear a positive in the midst of all of hard times that you live under right now. However, I do hope for you that they’re overestimating the weight!
I am so happy to hear that everything is going good! You have the cutest belly! How are you able to stand upright, though? Good lord! But yay, so very happy for you and your family. You deserve all the happiness in the world! Can’t wait to see Binky when she finally arrives!
I can barely stand upright! I almost fell over at a restaurant yesterday. I scared the crap out of the waiter seating us!
Big babies are the best! I had a 10.8 pounder-they’re so cute and chubby!
I’m thrilled to hear how well both you and Binky are doing. Fantastic news! Not much longer now! ?
.-= Tara.´s last blog ..My Girl. =-.
So happy to hear you and Binky are doing great! When Jake was born (@30 weeks) they estimated him to be around 2.5 lbs and he also came out 3 lbs 9 oz.
If we are making predictions I am doing to have to say 9 lbs 6oz.
Keep up the good work mama!
such great news! SO SO happy that things are going well! i wish you all the good blessings in the world!!
I don’t think it’s possible to fully appreciate the joy of a pants-on appointment until you’ve had a high risk pregnancy. I actually started undressing at one of my appointments without even thinking about it and the nurse stopped me to tell me I wouldn’t need to that day. I almost cried from the joy.
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Awesome news all around! You look fantastic and I am thrilled to read this exciting update! Can’t wait to follow along as the growing continues!
You look fantastic, and almost ready to pop. Well done!
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I can’t believe how excited I am about your pregnancy, I don’t even get this excited for my good friends. It’s not that I’m not happy for them, but there’s just something about your personality/situation/strength that draws me into your blog and pregnancy. When I read your posts my eyes well up and all I want is for this family that I have never met to have a happy ending. I couldn’t be happier for ya’ll (I grew up in CA, but living in TX right now). . .just had to add that.
.-= sara´s last blog ..Cinnamon Rolls =-.
I was 5 pounds, 10 ounces when I was BORN (AND I was a week overdue) so, WOW. I think you guys are going to sail right through the newborn clothes!
I’m so happy all is going well. I breathe a sigh of relief every Wednesday morning when I read your updates. You are almost THERE! Yay!!
.-= Andrea’s Sweet Life´s last blog ..Super Tasty Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies =-.
You look awesome!! Congrats on the great appt!! (((HUGS)))
LOL “Pants-On appointments” are the best
:0 
I am so happy that your beautiful Binky is getting so big!!!
You, of course, look amazing( even if it was just a belly shot) You look great!!!!
Down with afternoon OBGYN appointments! Yay for a great ultrasound!
And I’m totally stealing “pants on appointment.”
You look marvelous, my dear! Grow Binky, Grow!!
.-= Michelle Pixie´s last blog ..And Now She’s One =-.
Yay for great news !! You look beautiful, BTW.
((hugs))
I know the whole VBAC thing is a touchy issue, but I was just curious as to why it never seemed to be an option. Is it because of all of the complications you’ve had?
And please, don’t think I’m being critical, because lord knows, as long as that baby gets out of there and is healthy (as she seems to [hugely!] be) then who cares how it happens. I was just interested in the process.
I can’t have a VBAC because my first c-section was an emergency classical. That’s a vertical cut on the uterus, and it ups the likelihood of uterine rupture. My doctor doesn’t ever recommend a VBAC in cases like mine – and that’s not taking my other complications into account!
Ah, gotcha. I don’t know much about c-sections, so I was curious. Thanks!
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That’s OK Heather – - babies who come out of the vagina have “cone heads” when they are born because they have to slip through a smaller exit and their heads kind of smoosh up. C-section babies have beautiful, normal sized heads and are absolutely beautiful!
I have been reading for awhile now, i’ve just been lurking around, and never commented- for lack of knowing just what to say…
I am so happy for you and Mike and Binky. May she continue to grow and be healthy. (when guessing baby weight, I was told my son was almost 6 lbs at my last appointment, two days later he was born at a whopping 9 lb 11 oz.) Best wishes to you and your family.
When are you going to divulge Binky’s real name? Any hints before the big day? Big butt, big head . . . bring it on!
I’ve given a couple hints about the way we’re leaning, but we won’t announce her name until we see her and we’re SURE that we want to use it!
The day I went into labor with my first, they gave me an ultrasound and from that ultrasound they estimated my daughter would be about 6 pounds.
All along my OB told me that my first would probably barely be 5 pounds and that it would be okay because I was so petite.
After about 23 hours of labor….she came out and weighed in at 8 pounds. I was shocked!
I’m so excited for you Heather!
.-= Rebecca´s last blog ..The Denver =-.
I’m echoing Brandy (two comments above).
Sounds like good news! Will continue to keep fingers anxiously crossed!
LOVE this photo! Can’t wait to see Binky. And know her name! Can’t wait! hugs and love!
.-= Kristin´s last blog ..Resolved =-.
Heather, that’s great news. For my son the Dr estimated that he’s be an 8 lb baby and he was 8 lbs 7 ozs. For my 2nd (my daughter) i didn’t gain weight the last month and lost a pound and she was 7lbs 12 1/2 ozs. So I’m thinking Binky will be about 6 lbs or more because your belly looks all baby! Can’t wait to hear all the stats and prayinig that the remainder of your pregnancy is all smooth. Sending you hugs XXX
Hi Heather,
Here’s my ultrasound/weight estimate story:
I had an ultrasound when my son was 2 weeks overdue to see why he wasn’t making an appearance. The ultrasound showed his weight at 8.5lbs. Doc said it could be a pound either way, and he was SURE the baby was only around 7.5 lbs. Three days later I gave birth to an 11.1 lb baby/toddler by c-section! I’m 5’3″ and usually weigh in at around 130 so you’d think they could tell the kid was big, huh?
I wish and pray for a happy, healthy Binky for you, Mike and sweet Maddy.
Tammy
HOLY. MOLY.
You look absolutely fabulous. I’m so glad Binky is doing so perfectly.
.-= Kristin´s last blog ..Come out, come out wherever you are =-.
Hooray!!! Can’t wait to “meet” Binky (and to learn her real name … not that Binky isn’t awesome, but I’m sure you’ve picked out something beautiful).
we have something in mind, but we’ll make it official once she’s born!
Definitely the way to go … I was supposed to be a “Kelly,” but my parents decided it didn’t fit once they met me.
For now, Binky will be just fine until she’s here!!
You look beautiful darling.
I am so glad that she is big and healthy. So very glad.
.-= Issa´s last blog ..Let me see if I can dial it down a notch =-.
So happy you got to see Binky again! And keep your pants on! I can’t wait until I have an appt I get to keep my pants on! You’re almost there and Binky will be the most beautiful baby ever! That is until mine is born-hopefully full term-then my opinion will have to change :0)
.-= Lindsay´s last blog ..NICU Follow-Up =-.
Ok, I am going to guess that her final birth weight is 7 lbs. 8 oz. That is how big Emma was and she was my smallest baby
You look awesome dearest!!
.-= Kim´s last blog ..Twirling =-.
Hi Heather,
I check your website a few times a week and just wanted to say how happy I am for you that your pregnancy is going well and Binky is so big!! Binky is one lucky baby to have you and Mike as parents.
I just had a baby in November and for some crazy reason I really miss being pregnant. So I’m enjoying your pregnancy vicariously and wishing you all the best for a safe delivery and a great year in 2010.
I’m so glad she’s doing well!
.-= J´s last blog ..Yoga =-.
Typing this with a smile on my face. Yay for a great day! You look wonderful! And glad to know the Binkster is doing so well in there. (((Hugs))) to you all.
Your belly is soo cute. It reminds me of mine when I was pregnant with my 2nd. I had double the amnoitic fluid so I looked like you now when I was 6 months along..so I feel your pain. I am soo excited to see your little binky ( or maybe I should big binky)
Hugs from a stanger in Oregon
Don’t believe the weight estimates during the ultrasound. The day before my daughter was born, they estimated her at 8lbs. She turned out to be 10lbs 7oz. (and that’s without diabetes….and with natural labor!)
They say that everytime you have a child it comes out bigger than the previous. I sure hope not. I am currently cooking number 2, and I don’t want an 11 pounder!
Well, my 1.1 pounder was my first baby. My second was a slight 9.13….but then, she was a week early.
Horray for PANTS!
You’re looking beautiful (as usual)!!
.-= Colleen´s last blog ..A Walk to Remember =-.
Congrats!
I can’t wait to read the “she’s here!” post!
.-= punkinmama´s last blog ..ch-ch-ch-changes =-.
Wow! That kiddo is the size that both my twins were- together!!! at birth.
.-= Michele´s last blog ..On the Wall =-.
Heather,
I am so overly excited for you, seeing as I have never met you, but gosh, I feel like I know your sweet family, and you one of my treasured friends, what affects your family now affects thousands…. did you ever imagine this???
I have held my breath waiting on your next posts, wanting to know how Binky is, I have prayed Heather, prayed so hard, thats the incredible Binks would stay in there for goodness sake!!! Its almost time, I know there has to be so many emotions, how you do it lady I will never know, but wow how proud we all are of you and Mike! I just can’t wait to see that picture posted of Binky!!! The very best to you all, I know in my heart that Maddie is the proudest of all, she has an amazing mom and dad, and soon sissy!!! our hugs always!!!
still praying!!!
Gotta love those pants on appointments! You look good, real good!
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Looking good Mamaspohr. And while I am so glad that Miss Binky is continuing to thrive, just want you to know I can imagine the emotional blender it creates that sweet Maddie didn’t have the same journey. So gentle, cautious hugs, because quite frankly, I don’t want to be responsible for what happens next! x
Congratulations on the great news!
You look tiny though – you know like you’re going to have a perfectly normal size 7 to 8 pound baby when the time comes. Which honestly is so the way to go.
I wouldn’t be worried about having a 9+ pounder until people start assuming you’re having multiples. My son delivered on his due date was 10lbs 9oz and 23″ long (the extra length is really what made those last 2months uncomfortable). Everyone joked that I was going to have surprise twins and a good 6weeks out strangers would assume I was giving birth any second.
Good luck – and if Binky is going to be a huge baby at least you’re planning a C-section so no worries there.
Ever since my gram passed, almost 7 years ago, I’ve had a lot of trouble with my faith. She was more than my gram, she was my best friend, my confidant.
Ever since I’ve known you via cyberworld, I’ve prayed every night before bed. I’ve prayed for you, for your hubby, and for Binky. I’ve really prayed hard for you and I’m so happy that you’re getting a ton of wins when it comes to Binky’s progress!
Hooray! for pants on appointments. Also Chase was 8lbs 13oz when he was born, he was like the size of a three month old.
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I am so glad I found your blog. I enjoy reading it everyday. You are so insightful and halarious! You should write a book someday!
Can we have an internet baby shower when you give birth? I’m SO excited for you!
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You look so wonderful!!! Getting so excited for you!!
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HOT DAYUM, WOMAN!!!!
RAWK!!
Little Man’s size estimates were right about on…I’m hopin’ for Big Binky Baby!!!
Happy tears here…I can only imagine getting a belly like that!!! Yippee!!!
xoxo
Wonderful wonderful wonderful … all wonderful. SO happy for you!
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Heather, your belly is beautiful! Well done Mama Spohr! You deserve a huge pat on the back. I am going to estimate 7 pounds 5 ounces for Binky, and 20 inches long. You’re all baby!
I’m so happy for all of you. Maddie helped with this creation, I just know she did! I’m happy Miss Binky is head-down also, though I guess it doesn’t really matter……except……
I watched a C-section about 3 years ago with a friend of mine who was a single mom. The baby was breech. They “folded” the legs into like a frog position and lifted the baby’s bottom out, then they folded the baby’s arms across the chest and delivered up to his head – it was a boy, and we could tell that right away, lol! Then they like tucked his head down onto his neck and lifted him out that way. I also witnessed a C-section about 8 years ago with another single mom friend who had a head-down baby, and the delivery seemed much easier. So, I hope that Binky stays head down.
God bless all of you. I’m so happy for you all.
Ohmygoodness, “LOOK AT THAT BELLY! …. I LOVE IT!!” Glad to hear that things are continually going well with Binky. Can’t wait till she’s finally here so I can see pics of (what I already know she’s going to be) that beautiful baby girl. May the remainder of your pregnancy go smoothly. <3
a) i choked on my spit today (officially 35 weeks for me) when they told me my bug is 6 lbs 10 oz. already ???????? so don’t feel bad about binky’s size!!
b) don’t you love it when it’s pants on?? i totally stripped today thinking i’d need an internal and nope! then i was the lunatic with her pants down for no reason…
c) i love your belly! it’s adorable. and you’re carrying so much higher than me – which i think is always cuter. mine dropped weeks ago and is like RIGHT THERE. oof.
What a gorgeous belly! I am getting so excited to see Baby Binky – are you now considered full term, or is that 36 weeks?
Oh, and here’s my guesstimate. I am thinking they will do the c-section when you are 37 weeks. Binky will be 8 lbs 2 oz. And 21 inches long.
Woot, woot for pants on appointments! So happy that things are progressing so great. I can’t wait to see baby Binky, but not for a few more weeks!!! XOXO
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Oh My . You are rather ginormous. It’s gorgeous. I got huge with my second – she was nine and a half pounds!- and I had extra amniotic fluid ( long story that ended happily)- I looked like a planet. I am pretty sure my tummy had its own gravity field. Everyone assumed I was having, at the very least, twins. I remember being approached by a little boy while waddling through a store. The kid looked at me and asked ” What happened to you?” I told him I was having a baby. He said ” A BIG one!!!”. Somehow I refrained from sitting on him.
Congrats on going full term. We’re all pulling for you to have a safe and uneventful delivery. Too bad we can’t all be pushing for you…ok, that’s gross. And I don’t want to push. So, anyway. Goodluck!!
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My doc predicted Mikaela to be just under 6lbs. She was 7.7! They do often underestimate. Congrats on going full term my sweets.
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You’re doing great Heather! Not much longer! I am so glad this pregnancy has gone well for you. Blessings!