I'm not very good at relaxing. Downright horrible at it, but I'm trying my best. I had contractions Thursday afternoon (while taking the afternoon off work and watching Star Trek - future JJ Abrams fan?) and then again last night. My midwife wants me to make it to 37 weeks, so for the next few days I'm supposed to rest and stay well hydrated.
It's hard though! The baby could be here very soon and I'm supposed to not try to cram the 100 things in that I want to do first? It's all dumb, nesting related things that really don't NEED to be done, but try telling that to my crazy hormone-riddled brain right now that the laundry doesn't need to be put away NOW.
This pregnancy does seem to be following the same end-trajectory as it did with Spencer, just a week earlier than with him. Three weeks ago at my last midwife appointment I was measuring normally and then yesterday I was measuring big. She estimates the baby is at least 6.5 pounds so it would be ok to deliver now if it were to happen. It's just recommended to get to 37 weeks if possible. So, that's what we're doing.
I'm kind of, sort of ready. I think. I wouldn't mind having at least 1 more day at work to tie up some loose ends. Our yard is supposed to be excavated this week to remove the lead, so I'd like to avoid laboring while they're carrying dirt through our apartment. But, it's not my choice, so I'll just try to be chill and keep drinking my water. And then peeing every 5 minutes as a result.
The belly this week:
You look great! Baby is ready to come meet all his friends and family -- I am ready to meet him! I seriously hope, though, that you're not having the baby while you're excavating your yard. I mean, that would be rough.
Relax -- hydrate!
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Posted by: becky | May 18, 2009 at 04:06 PM
What a cute belly pic! I'm holding a good thought for you.... and don't sweat the nesting stuff; remember, for the first few months, all the baby really needs is - YOU! =)
Posted by: Abby | May 19, 2009 at 08:13 AM