Birth Education Class & 3/D-4/D Ultrasound

Last evening we had our first Birth Education class at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital. We will be attending classes every Tuesday evening in June. Our first class was pretty basic information such as changes in your body during pregnancy, the stages of labor, medical definitions and some relaxation exercises. At one point in the class the instructor turned off the lights, made us lay with our coaches on the floor and listen to a 20 minute relaxation c/d. We thought it was a little hokey at first, but I ended up really enjoying it and I definately relaxed. I have my relaxation methods already picked out (if you are wondering they are a Thunderstorm Relaxing CD and a mix of classical music CD along with massage and breathing.) All in all it was a interesting class. Steven is really looking forward to week 3 of class when we watch the live birthing videos (note sarcasm, if you know Steven I will be lucky if he doesn't pass out in class :) )

Today we had our 3D/4D Ultrasound so we got to meet Justin a little early! I've uploaded some of the pictures above and a video below. (In the 1st picture above is his arm, leg and foot, the 2nd picture are him and his boy parts!)

3D/4D was pretty cool to see, but Justin was being pretty stubborn and wouldn't move his arm out from in front of this face for most of the session. At one point he did move his hand and waved. He also smiled! Unfortunately, the technician wasn't able to snap the photo in time before he put that arm back up! But we got to see it. As you can see from the video he does have Steve's nose. That's pretty much all we can make out at his point of our traits! We are pretty sure the umbilical cord is wrapped around his neck slightly, but the doctor assures us he is safe and healthy as can be and there is nothing to worry about. So basically, it's pretty normal.

Well, we had an eventful couple of days and I am sure there will be many posts for June as we have the Fremont baby shower, Liz's wedding in Marquette and other summer fun activities. Only 11 more weeks! :)