Just wanted to update you all as to what has been going on!
Went to the doctor yesterday for my 37 week appointment (although it was 37 weeks, 4 days or something). I am 2 cm. dilated and 70% effaced. The doctor even looked a little shocked I was dilated - and poor Erik did too - he couldn't believe it! I know that doesn't mean labor will start soon - women can go for weeks at 2 cm dilated - but I don't think Erik realized that! LOL! I sure was shocked though that I was that far along considering 2 weeks ago I was closed up tight (for lack of better words) and just beginning to thin! And let me tell you...to check your cervix HURT LIKE HELL. She said it hurt so much because the baby is really high still. Last time it didn't hurt like that in fact it didn't hurt AT ALL. But MY GOODNESS!!!! Did it hurt because I was thinned and dilated or what???? The scary part is - that doesn't even come close to what labor will feel like! I bow down to anyone that goes natural when giving childbirth. I have a feeling that the epidural and I will be great friends! :)
I had to do an ultrasound (which I always love) to make sure there was enough fluid and the placenta was good size since my blood pressure is STILL high and my feet are just beyond swollen! Pitting edema is rather disgusting and I hate it! Today my wedding ring even got stuck on for a bit - I finally got it off by pulling with all my might because I was scared it would either be permanently stuck or have to be cut off. I won't be wearing it anymore until after I give birth and I HATE THAT!
I also had to do a non-stress test to check the baby's neurological system. I guess they were checking to make sure her heart beat raised 15 points and then back to normal 2 times in 20 minutes. Well baby was sleeping or resting and it wasn't happening as they liked. So they used a little device that causes vibration on my belly (I feel nothing) and it woke her up. It was actually kinda cute. So then everything was fine after that! I had a few contractions as they were monitoring me. Most I didn't feel but 2 I did. I have been feeling them on and off - so they aren't the real thing yet! :)
Woke up today - well actually last night about 39480328 times - with A LOT of pressure in my pubic area. It is rather uncomfortable! I am assuming the baby is dropping or locking into position or something! What do I know - but I am guessing that is what it is! It is SO uncomfortable and I am sure tylenol isn't going to take the pain away! Had a few more contractions that actually woke me up last night - but again...nothing rhythmic!
So that's pretty much where we are now! I have to have the non-stress tests twice a week from here on out. Next one is Monday morning and the one after that is Thursday - my next appointment. I have a weird feeling I won't be coming home after my next appointment. My doctor is REALLY safe and if my blood pressure is still high I have a feeling I will be induced. Everytime I go I am told I may be prior to performing tests and told if my tests don't come back good I will be induced that day! No wonder my blood pressure is high! But each time they have been okay - so we'll see. I would MUCH MUCH rather she come naturally but if it's safer to have her sooner then that is what we'll do! : )
The doctor today also told me that if my water breaks I have to come in ASAP. I already knew that since I tested positive for Group B Strep. She also told me it's an old wives tale that only 15% of women have their water break - she said most women do. She also said if there is a change in barometric (sp?) pressure - it causes a lot of women's water to break! Who knew! There won't be any changes in barometric pressure the next few days but that was an interesting tidbit. Not sure how true it is but I guess she's a doctor and may know a thing or two!
Anyways - that's my update for today. I can tell we are getting closer! Everything is pretty much ready for her to get here! FINALLY got all the millions of clothes washed and put away - along with the millions of blankets and towels! I seriously must have done 9243580258 loads of laundry! I can't believe I am about to be a mom! It's kinda cool - kinda exciting - and kinda scary all wrapped into one! :)
Anyways - I am off to pee for the 358025830 time and go raise my feet since I haven't been doing it much lately and got in trouble they haven't been high enough!
Hope you are all doing well! :)
Went to the doctor yesterday for my 37 week appointment (although it was 37 weeks, 4 days or something). I am 2 cm. dilated and 70% effaced. The doctor even looked a little shocked I was dilated - and poor Erik did too - he couldn't believe it! I know that doesn't mean labor will start soon - women can go for weeks at 2 cm dilated - but I don't think Erik realized that! LOL! I sure was shocked though that I was that far along considering 2 weeks ago I was closed up tight (for lack of better words) and just beginning to thin! And let me tell you...to check your cervix HURT LIKE HELL. She said it hurt so much because the baby is really high still. Last time it didn't hurt like that in fact it didn't hurt AT ALL. But MY GOODNESS!!!! Did it hurt because I was thinned and dilated or what???? The scary part is - that doesn't even come close to what labor will feel like! I bow down to anyone that goes natural when giving childbirth. I have a feeling that the epidural and I will be great friends! :)
I had to do an ultrasound (which I always love) to make sure there was enough fluid and the placenta was good size since my blood pressure is STILL high and my feet are just beyond swollen! Pitting edema is rather disgusting and I hate it! Today my wedding ring even got stuck on for a bit - I finally got it off by pulling with all my might because I was scared it would either be permanently stuck or have to be cut off. I won't be wearing it anymore until after I give birth and I HATE THAT!
I also had to do a non-stress test to check the baby's neurological system. I guess they were checking to make sure her heart beat raised 15 points and then back to normal 2 times in 20 minutes. Well baby was sleeping or resting and it wasn't happening as they liked. So they used a little device that causes vibration on my belly (I feel nothing) and it woke her up. It was actually kinda cute. So then everything was fine after that! I had a few contractions as they were monitoring me. Most I didn't feel but 2 I did. I have been feeling them on and off - so they aren't the real thing yet! :)
Woke up today - well actually last night about 39480328 times - with A LOT of pressure in my pubic area. It is rather uncomfortable! I am assuming the baby is dropping or locking into position or something! What do I know - but I am guessing that is what it is! It is SO uncomfortable and I am sure tylenol isn't going to take the pain away! Had a few more contractions that actually woke me up last night - but again...nothing rhythmic!
So that's pretty much where we are now! I have to have the non-stress tests twice a week from here on out. Next one is Monday morning and the one after that is Thursday - my next appointment. I have a weird feeling I won't be coming home after my next appointment. My doctor is REALLY safe and if my blood pressure is still high I have a feeling I will be induced. Everytime I go I am told I may be prior to performing tests and told if my tests don't come back good I will be induced that day! No wonder my blood pressure is high! But each time they have been okay - so we'll see. I would MUCH MUCH rather she come naturally but if it's safer to have her sooner then that is what we'll do! : )
The doctor today also told me that if my water breaks I have to come in ASAP. I already knew that since I tested positive for Group B Strep. She also told me it's an old wives tale that only 15% of women have their water break - she said most women do. She also said if there is a change in barometric (sp?) pressure - it causes a lot of women's water to break! Who knew! There won't be any changes in barometric pressure the next few days but that was an interesting tidbit. Not sure how true it is but I guess she's a doctor and may know a thing or two!
Anyways - that's my update for today. I can tell we are getting closer! Everything is pretty much ready for her to get here! FINALLY got all the millions of clothes washed and put away - along with the millions of blankets and towels! I seriously must have done 9243580258 loads of laundry! I can't believe I am about to be a mom! It's kinda cool - kinda exciting - and kinda scary all wrapped into one! :)
Anyways - I am off to pee for the 358025830 time and go raise my feet since I haven't been doing it much lately and got in trouble they haven't been high enough!
Hope you are all doing well! :)
3 comments:
I CAN'T WAIT TO SEE HER!!!
You're doing great Mom...keep it up!
Love you,
Trina
Sounds like things are doing great!
Tessa was induced and had them natural. Yes I said "them", for those of you that don't know, we had twins.
Woohooo! you're getting there chica! I'm thinking of you and sending some healthy labor vibes your way ;-)
Hugs,
browngirl aka Jerlynn
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