So it looks like it's my turn to play the waiting game ;) Two weeks ago I went for my 36 week checkup and was feeling pretty optimistic that I might be making progress given my backaches and cramping... To my excitement I found out that I was 2 cm dilated and 50% effaced. My doctor was pretty encouraged by that too seeing as how this is my first baby and I was already making good progress. Then from 36 to 37 weeks, I didn't have the feeling that anything much was really happening... My symptoms had calmed down signficantly, other than just growing discomfort with my growing baby. So, sure enough, I went for my 37 week appointment and was still at 2cm and 50-60% effaced. At first that was disappointing. I felt like maybe I had stalled out and started having thoughts that I might go all the way to 40 weeks, or even beyond. I decided to pray and asked the Lord to give me endurance and patience, trusting in His timing and plan for the birth of a healthy baby and that gave me peace. Thankfully, from 37 to 38 weeks, I started again with more backaches and cramping. For my 38 week checkup (2 days ago), I felt sure I had made more progress and it turns out I was right! I was at 3cm and 80% effaced. From my exam, my doctor said she felt that my water may even break in the next few days! She was even more reassuring by saying she felt pretty confident that I won't go all the way to my due date. I'm feeling relieved and lucky to get that kind of feedback as I know it is much more common for first babies to come late. I am also trying to be the cautious optimistic because I know I really can't know what the outcome will be. There are more signs that indicate labor may be just around the corner, so today I'm pretty anxious and excited. Jason, me and Caden all have a bag packed and in the car and an installed car seat ready to bring home our little boy. It's also my last day to work today and so I'm officially on maternity leave in just a matter of a few hours! It is a little funny to keep going through the motions of everyday life, unsure of when the next sign of labor or labor itself will come. We're on the edge of our seats, but biding our time as patiently as we can.
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hey girl! it is getting close! just remember that God already has little Caden's birthday planned...from the beginning of time. don't get too anxious...you will end up getting disappointed. and, as much as you want caden to be here...cherish the last moments that you and jason will have as just the two of you. i love you girl...can't wait to meet the sweetness.
Chrissy, I got your blog address from Meredith's blog. Congratulations on your little boy. I know you must be so excited and his birth is just around the corner. (How long it takes to round the corner is something we never know. It could be a few days or a few weeks.) I am waiting for my second baby as we speak. I am now 8 days past my due date; however, my firstborn was 10 days late, so I'm not worried about it. I will totally echo what Mer said - don't get too anxious. I always tell moms to expect to go late; otherwise, you get soooo disappointed. That has even happened to me this time and I am one who never expects the baby to come on time! Enjoy your time with your hubby because it will be different...wonderful...but different. Cherish the time you have and rejoice in the gift God is giving you today. You'll hold that baby boy soon enough. But trust me, I know that waiting is hard!
So excited for you. The anticipation of those last few days are almost unbearable. I can't believe it has already been a month since I was in your shoes. We will be praying for the three of you! Love, Gina
yeah... looks like you will have your little boy soon. its going ot be great and i am super excited for you. praying for all you guys
Exciting! I can't wait to hear that he is here. I am praying for you in these last days! Hugs!
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