Haven't had a single contraction in the last couple days, haven't dropped....so needless to say, I'm not popping this baby out today, or anytime soon {at least I think!}
Here is the snapshot from today....
-We had an OB appointment yesterday (which I was hoping would be our last!) I was 1 centimeter dialated, and 50% effaced. Doc said that the baby still wanted to cook - and that she wouldn't let me go more than a week over. So next Thursday is our appt with her, and Induction date will be set for Friday if no baby arrives before then. So by next Friday we will have a baby.
-I have gained 32 pounds since finding out I was pregnant. I've packed on the pounds these last few weeks! Sitting around the house eating all day has been awesome! It's a little more than I wanted to gain, but hey, it's almost over!
-My mom pushed her flight back (which is good because she will get to meet baby!) a week, that relieved a lot of stress. I am excited for her to be here, and to help. I'm pretty sure I am going to put her to work. After Mom visits, Dad visits, and then Chad's Mom Karen visits, and then we go visit MORE family after that. SO excited for all the help we are going to have.
-We still don't have insurance for the baby. HealthyFamilies denied us, so now we have to wait 30-45 days to see if we were approved for Medi-Cal. I'm stressing about this A LOT, I have no idea how we are going to afford all the bills that come with a newborn. LOTS of phone calls and research is going to be made in the next few days. Exciting right? Any recommendations?
-I have been walking A LOT (in hopes to get this baby out!) I am SO sore at the end of everyday, my hips are killing me! Hot showers + BenGay have been my BFF as of lately.
-LOTS of potty breaks, although I don't think she has dropped, my bladder feels smaller and smaller everyday. I swear I go through a roll of TP everyday! I'm also drinking LOTS of water - so that doesn't help! Trying to stay really hydrated, because I am burning up all the ime. Haha.
-I am HUNGRY. I feel like a teenage boy with a bottomless pit as a stomach. I am eating SO much! I rarely feel full, so I'm eating a lot (thus the extra weight gain!)
-I'm starting to get a little nervous about labor, but moreso nervous about meeting my daughter. I hope that she is healthy. I am so nervous that something will be wrong. I'm really trying not to worry about it, and to have faith that she will be okay....and that I will be able to handle anything that could happen - but sheesh I'm nervous.


















Your little 40 weeks tummy is so perfectly round and cute! If I didn't know any better, I would say you were probably having a contraction when you took the picture.
ReplyDeleteMy guess for her unveiling herself; sorry, judging from her height, I would say she wont be coming out any sooner than your induction. Good news is, if she waits that long, then she will definitely be done cooking.
As far as worries ... they happen. You worry because you want the best for your child. You want the perfect child so you can be the perfect parent. We equate that to being successful at life. At this point in the game, she is what she is. And you have done tests and ultra sounds for the major issues. I hope you find that more reassuring. Truth is, you will never stop worrying ... even after she is born. Just take comfort in knowing that you have done your very best for your child.
Best wishes to you and your husband, Tausha.
Love ya,
Aunt Karen
Yay so exciting! Can't wait to meet the little lady :)
ReplyDeleteI agree with Karen. You have the cutest belly! I think you are right about her not dropping yet though. That darling belly is still super high! So excited for you and Chad. She'll be here before you know it :)
ReplyDeleteGood luck with everything! I hope everything goes well and I cannot wait to read more about the baby :)
ReplyDeleteXoxo Jessica
My dad said that your mom said that you're coming to Phoenix..? Is that true??
ReplyDeleteIf so, call or text me! 541-760-7896. You and Chad are welcome to stay with us while you're looking at homes/apartments.