Tomorrow marks the completion of our 37th week of pregnancy, which means that the bean is "full-term". Woo-hoo! I have an appointment with my midwife today, and I imagine that I will begin a slow, natural induction process now. Kelley recommends small amounts of castor oil each day, as well as evening primrose supplements. This kind of induction doesn't happen over night, but rather slowly softens my cervix. We would do this in response to my protein levels, and to keep me 'in the clear' from toxemia.
The nesting urges come and go with me. I've done most of my organizing and am basically ready for the baby's arrival. I say "basically" because I won't know until it happens. If strong, urgent nesting is a sign of imminent delivery, I don't feel that I'm there yet. I feel, rather, that I'm waiting and resting and ready to go.
I was up much of the night with acid reflux, and found myself thinking "if I were to ask other mamas what they wished they had done a couple of weeks before the baby arrived, assuming they had lots of free time, what would they say? Am I making the most of this time?"
Physically, I'm not as up for long walks, though I will attempt one today. While I recognize that now is the time to get out of the house, my desire is to stay home and prepare for the baby.
Joe and I had a wonderful dinner last night in celebration of our 2/10 anniversary (2 years married, 10 years together). We are not taking much for granted these days. Quiet, lovely nights are cherished.
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Well, this is my first comment for "Mama's" blog, so it better be a good one!
We are baked and ready to go. Ironically, I'm feeling a bit more of a need to get things ready around the house. I have a list of several projects that I want to complete before the baby comes. It's an unreal feeling, realizing that it could literally be any day now that we have our new addition to the family. It seems like I'm noticing all the little ones around now, whether shopping, or just driving home and seeing car seats.
I marvel at Erin's strength and ability to endure the long nights and upset stomaches. Somehow I envision handling those times with far less grace.
Three weeks left, it's really hard to believe!
I don't think there is any right way to spend your last few days or weeks-just enjoy the ability to relax and get as organized as possible. For me that meant making sure all of our bills were paid, the house was in order, and no little things were just hanging around waiting to be done.
Rest up, relax, chat with friends, enjoy a nice cup of tea-watch mindless TV, read. Enjoy your family the way it is right now since it will soon change :)
I used to make small "to do" lists each day so I could wake up with a purpose and then just relax the rest of the day.
You can't go wrong right now-only right! Enjoy!!
It sounds like you are getting ready, whether you know it or not! Your urge to stay home and prepare for the baby is probably some nesting instincts.
The day before my surges started I had my mom, husband, and in-laws cleaning window sills, vacuuming, dusting, and staining furniture. Now that was nesting! I'm assuming that you already have your furniture stained, but if you can fill the drawers with clothes and have the diapers, etc. ready to go that will help greatly once the little one comes.
Joe!
I am 100% with you on the "Somehow I envision handling those times with far less grace" comment. Not for you, but for me...
Kate and I really wish we were there to share these last few moments before the birth...We are thinking of the two of you all the time!
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