Still waiting...

I went to the dr today for my 38th week appointment. I am now 4.5-5 cm dilated and still 80% effaced. They can't believe I'm still walking around and haven't gone into labor yet. I can't either. The cramping is getting more severe so I don't think it'll be too much longer. I am measuring 39 weeks and they estimate that he weighs in the high 7's-8 pounds. He needs to come out soon. I don't know how I'll push a much bigger baby out. I am getting really uncomfortable w/ lots of back pain and having more difficulty walking. I definitely waddle. I'll keep you posted on when he gets here. If I make it to my next appointment it is on Wed. at 9:30 a.m.

38 Weeks

I am 38 weeks today and still preggers. I thought something would happen last night. I had lots of really bad cramps that were not going away. I kept waiting for contractions to start and then I passed out and went to sleep. Next thing I knew it was 7 am this morning and obviously nothing happened. He'll get here all in good time. I guess the longer I go with just cramps the better because I am getting further along without too much pain. I go to the doctor on Thursday and I am anxious to see if I have dilated anymore. I think I have because I've had cramps more continuously the last couple of days. We'll see. I hope my little guy gets here soon. I can't wait to meet him.

Nursery Pictures

Here are pictures of the nursery. We're just waiting on our rocker and a shelf to put over the changing table and we will be set. I feel so much better about everything being finished!

We're getting closer.

I went to the dr yesterday for my 37th week appointment. I am now 4 cm dilated and 80% effaced. My dr was real excited for me. She said few people rarely start labor like this and that my labor should be "relatively" painless. We'll see. She told me she hoped to see me for my next appointment on Wednesday. Tomorrow is the last day of school before Spring Break. I am soooooooooo glad. I am wiped out. I just hope Michael Britton gives me a couple of days over the break to relax before he makes his appearance. Only time will tell. I will put pics up soon of his nursery.

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Houston...We Have Lift Off

I am officially 36 weeks today. I was excited because I had my big 36th week doctor's appointment today. Little did I know how much progress Michael Britton has made. She examined me and very calmly said "Well you are 3 cm, 70% effaced, and a -2." I sat up and said "What?!" I guess I should say I really rolled over, pulled myself up very slowly using Michael's arm and then freaked out and said "WHAT?!" I couldn't believe it. I wasn't even expecting to be 1 cm yet. I haven't felt any cramping or contractions yet. The only thing I've felt is more pressure on my bladder and I can feel him moving around more down lower and it's not real comfortable. I have been more tired too. So everything in my body says to get my butt in gear and finish his room and get everything put away and ready! I am basically freaking out. I need to just take a breath and relax and know regardless of my plan he has his own and will come when he's ready. I think that's going to be the hardest part of being a mom for me-letting go of some of my plans. That won't be easy but I know the joy of having him will make it well worth it. The doctor said she didn't know why I was so surprised at this news. She said that I am an overachiever so what did I expect. It's like I'm an open book I tell you. So I will keep you posted as to when our little guy arrives! AHHHHHHHH!

The End of an Era

Can you feel my pain?



Last night, after a long battle with the dealership, we finally traded in my beloved truck for a Fusion. It pained me to see it go. However, with this little guy coming I realized that it is way to hard to get an infant seat in and out of the truck. What we don't sacrifice for our children ;). So now I am driving the Edge and Michael is driving the Fusion. Farewell, dear friend!

A True Gift

This is a picture of my belly at 34 1/2 weeks. I will be 36 weeks this week and will post a new picture then. Michael and I are so blessed to have our little guy coming. We can't wait to meet him. He is truly a gift we have waited for for a long time. It won't be too much longer now!

Houston Baby Shower 2-28-09

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