Looks like Lucy will be here in two weeks. My fluid levels went up another 3 cm, and according to the growth ultrasound measurements, she's clocking in at 8 lbs 3 oz. I know from friends' experiences that this number is generally inaccurate and overblown, but it doesn't make me any less fearful. In regard to the fluid, my OB team and I suspect she's healthy and that the fluid levels could be caused by a late onset gestational diabetes. At this late stage in the game, they're not going to re-test me for GD. I still have bi-weekly nonstress tests (which she does perfectly on) and weekly ultrasounds. We'll talk induction at 39 weeks.
I have a lot of fears going into delivery. Because of the fluid and her size, I'm more likely a candidate for a C-section, so I need to come to terms that could happen if the induction doesn't work. It's definitely not what I want for several reasons, but at the end of the day, I just want our baby.
Symptom-wise, I'm struggling. While I'm not having noticeable contractions, everything else just hurts. I'm so heavy with such little ability to move anything but my arms. I'm also having the most incredible edema in my legs, ankles and feet. And it's NOW that I need to feel more energy and be more mobile as my to-do list isn't getting any shorter.
The To-Do List
- install car seat
- wash more of her clothes
- organize her clothes
- buy more nursing tanks and a robe
- buy a traditional baby book
- pack hospital bags
- buy the video monitor and breast pump
I keep hoping that she'll decide to "move toward the light" on her own so I know that SHE is ready. C'mon, baby girl, we want to meet you!!
Hi Amy, this is Susan, Kristin's Mom. She sent me your blog and I spent this weekend catching up with your pregnancy. Honey, you look absolutely BEAUTIFUL! LOVE the nursery! Just think, very soon you will have a perfect little baby in your arms.
ReplyDeleteHi Susan, thanks so much for the compliments! We're really excited to ave Lucy on the outside; crazy how soon that will be!!
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