Well, today I am now "postdue" by 4 days and am trying hard to stay busy and keep myself from thinking about that I have not had the baby yet. Since Monday, I have ran every errand known to man (went to Target twice, grocery shopped, went to the mall, worked with Leigh Anne at the Speech Therapy clinic, a trip to the post office, and have bought some things online), read a book, cleaned, cooked, and watched numerous episodes of "A Baby Story". I baul at every episode and always say out loud how nasty the baby looks when he/she comes out because he/she is all wrinkled and purple. I know that our little girl will look beautiful though. :)
I have tried to stay positive and optimistic, but then wake up every morning feeling a little down that I didn't start having contractions or my water didn't break over night. Every little cramp or discomfort I hope will become a contraction, but it never has.
On Wednesday I had a little simple "procedure" that my doctor hoped would help me along with labor, but so far, nothing. So, I'm scheduled for another awesome "procedure" on Sunday and then an induction on Monday if still no baby girl.
By Monday then, we should have our little girl and I will finally start returning phone calls and emails, and hopefully be all smiles by then, instead of crying all the time. I told Lance I think I saved up all of my pregnancy hormones just for this week and let it all out now. I think he's probably happy to be at work to miss most of my baulfests.
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Hey Shawna, I know EXACTLY how you feel. Bailey was induced a week after her due date and I actually started crying weeks prior to her due date. I had been on bedrest since 24w and was not only ready to be done being pregnant but wanted to meet my daughter badly. That last week was really hard as people only called to see if I had her (as if I wouldn't call people when she arrived!) and I needed something to get my mind off it it. I could have written your post. Hang in there. The great news is that it really is only 2-3 more days until she's in your arms!! Can't wait to hear about it.
ReplyDeleteHang in there Shaana!!!! We are thinking of you, baby and Lance. She's just waiting to be the most perfect baby. =) She'll be worth the wait! We'll look for the big announcement soon!
ReplyDeleteTake care!!!
-The Colberts