I went to the doctor yesterday for my weekly check-up and got some exciting news. I am now 1.5cm dilated and 50% effaced (thinned out). She said that was a huge improvement from where I was a week ago. So this could mean shes on her way this weekend, if not I have an appointment scheduled for next Wednesday and if she's still not here, induction date for Thursday Oct 4th at 8am! I have had a lot more pain in my lower abdomen this week and shooting pains down my legs, so I'm not surprised that I started to dilate. Now it really is a waiting game to see when I will actually go into labor or if I will be induced on Thursday.
Since the beginning Nick and I have always hoped for an October baby, because it's a very special month for us. It's the month of our first date (Oct 18th), when we got married (Oct 3rd), and hopefully when we will have a baby. Even if she comes on the 1st at 12:01am we would be thrilled. (This also means that she would be the oldest in her class).
Weeks Along: 40
Size of baby: Jackfruit- about 7.5 lbs and 20 inches
Cravings: Anything sweet and carbs
Stretch Marks: Still don't have any
Sleep: Not sleeping through the night, I think my body is preparing me for the 3-6am feedings
Movement: She has slowed down a bit which is normal
Symptoms: Swollen ankles and feet- my weight fluctuates 3-4lbs throughout the day
Exercise: Yes, still trying to get a walk in everyday
Favorite Project: Cleaning out our pantry- no really...I got rid of a ton of stuff last week and it felt great
Looking Forward: Getting my body back- not in shape, just having it to myself again!
Am I Ready?: Yes and No. I'll just leave it at that
Here are our hospital essentials that are packed and ready to go...
The sweater and booties are what Keri and I came home in
30 years ago
Love our car seat
Riley is ready for the Holidays!
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