Monday, August 23, 2010

My Mom is Here

My mom is here which means that the baby has full permission to come. I don't think he quite understands this concept. I hope he grasps the fact that her time with us is limited and that, if he wants to fully enjoy his grandma, he needs to come soon. Please.
I had a doctor's appointment this afternoon and all is well. Except that my GP told me that my uterus still feels like it has two more weeks of room in it. Nevertheless, I do have a very stretchy uterus (due to the housing of twins 7 years ago) and our babies don't tend to get too big (nothing over 7lb 7oz so far). She said that I was slightly dilated but that said dilation is probably left over from my last pregnancy! However, she did stretch me a little which just might start something up. I have been having very mild contractions since her exam but I don't know if I'm just imagining things.
Also, my doctor leaves for a mini vacation on Thursday at noon and returns on Sunday afternoon. So, I am hoping to deliver naturally before Thursday at noon... If I haven't delivered by next Tuesday, I have an appointment to meet her at the OB department first thing Tuesday morning. Let's all pray that this little gaffer is born well before any method of induction becomes necessary. I have travelled the induction route before (with the twins) and I would really prefer not to get on that train again. To carry that metaphor a little further: let's all pray for the speedy natural train to show up soon. Choo, choo.

5 comments:

Unknown said...

Kluke tells me you are looking ready to pop. I can't believe you are still doing your morning walks!

BTW, More than I ever wanted to know about your uterus!! ;)

Katie said...

My thoughts are with you these days. I hope everything goes smoothly. What exciting times for his siblings, to finally meet him. And what wonderful memories are being formed.

Robinsonpack said...

Still praying and checking for daily updates. We will pray especially for a speedy/natural arrival. I'm excited for you! Maybe I'm crazy but while I don't love being pregnant, I love birthing. Just fast-forward the 9 months for me!

Love you, T

Rebecca said...

Since your doctor is leaving Thursday, the baby will be born Thursday night.

p.s. You ladies who are able to birth safely & naturally with minimal medical intervention have no idea how good you have it. ::sigh::

Rebecca said...

It just occurred to me that my previous comment (the p.s.) might have sounded nasty. It wasn't meant nasty; it was meant wistful.