Overdue

Well we are only one day overdue but it feels like few weeks! I went in today for my first post due date appointment. We were scheduled for a Non-Stress Test and an Ultrasound. I went in at 9 am for the NST. The doctor looks for accelerations in the baby's heart rate which happens most when baby is awake. So baby slept through the whole test!

So we went for the Ultrasound. He was moving all over the place. (Making it hard for the technician) He has hair, it showed up in the Ultrasound! I asked if she would check his size. She told me that they really don't like to do that because the numbers can be wrong but she did it anyway! She said "he does not look really big." she did the measurements and then said "ohhh" he measured at 8 lbs and 11 oz! Hopefully he comes soon!

We went back to try the NST again and he settled right back down to sleep through the second NST trial. We went back after lunch and he was kicking and very active so the doctor said he was doing fine.

We had contractions for quite a while last night so maybe tonight we will have some real action! We shall see. I was thinking this morning this is just like reading a book and you really have no idea what is going to happen next. Exciting yet at the same time...frustrating when you know at one point in the story there is an amazing event that makes the book interesting and worth reading. Maybe the next page will feature the blessed event~

Patience is a Virtue

People say that becoming a parent is a lifelong lesson. Learning about your child, learning about your spouse and yourself. This is so true. This little guy is teaching us that being patient and enjoying the moment for what it is worth is worth it all. We will have to wait a little longer for this baby to come!

The doctor said today that we are 70% effaced, 1 cm dilated and at -2. All of that really does not mean anything for a first time mom. We will just have to wait and see. I get to go back in on Friday for a Non-Stress Test and an Ultrasound to make sure that baby is a happy guy. I will need to go in twice a week until he comes for those two things. So more visits to the doctor to come!

I went to breakfast with Jody and Kathy today. It was great to catch up on what is going on at school and get out of the house and socialize. I think we are going to plan something next week too, just to keep something on the calendar.

I am busy making birth announcements and baptismal invitations on GIMP. I love my husband, I was having trouble with something in the program and he of course knew how to fix it. I am excited about how the annoucments turned out and am still working on the Baptismal invites!

Still No Baby

We are still waiting for our little guy to arrive. This is one time in pregnancy that people do not tell you about. Being anxious and excited and frustrated all at the same time. Knowing that he could make an appearance at anytime makes me not want to go and do anything, which on this Memorial Day weekend is a bummer for Kurt. I think that we will still get out and do some things anyway.

Lisa and Jeff's babies are now almost 2 weeks old. I am thrilled about going over and holding those babies. As Christina says "if you hold someone else's baby it will make your baby jealous and want to come out!" We will see if that works. It was really fun to be pregnant at the same time as Lisa. She already has a little guy, Ben so she was very knowledgeable about the going ons in pregnancy. It will be fun to have babies so close in age.

Not This Weekend

Everything went well yesterday at the doctor's office. Baby is growing well and has dropped! I was bummed at the end when the midwife said, "I don't think that you will be having this baby this weekend!?" We are hoping this baby will come sooner than later but I guess we will keep waiting.

Kurt and I toured spectrum hospital last night with the "July due-dates", I was surprised to find out that we were the furthest along in the group. The tour was informational and just good to see what is going to be happening before it actually does.

So it looks like Kurt and I will enjoy a weekend of sleep, relaxation and some time together. Everyone keeps saying enjoy this time before he comes because it will be awhile before we can have that time again.

The kids at school seem to be doing well with the sub. I stopped in yesterday after school to pick up thier work to grade and everything is getting done as I had hoped so I am pleased. I miss seeing them but I do not miss sore feet and hot rooms and endless hall walking. I really hope that baby comes in time to go to graduation..so I can see them one more time before they go onto highschool.

The Waiting Game

Everyone said that it would happen. I would be off work and would simply wait for this little guy to grace us with his presence. I am waiting but loving the time off before sleepless nights.

I have a doctor's appointment today! 39 weeks. I am hoping for news of progress and upcoming labor and delivery. We will see what happens!

It seemed like the day would never come 9 months ago and now it is quickly approaching. Kurt and I are touring Spectrum hospital tonight (scheduled!) so we know where we are going when we need to get there.