Baby update: Baby boy is still doing really well. Still head down but not engaged. He is estimated to weigh 7 lbs now. So if full-term somewhere around 8 lb estimate. I am still only dilated to 1.5 cm and now 70% effaced so nothing serious happening there. My issue/concern is this little guys head is measuring full term (the u/s said 41 weeks...yikes!). I asked Dr B somewhat nervously if this was going to be a problem and he didn't seem concerned and just gave his usual cheery tone of voice and said "It shouldn't be that's just why one has to dilate the full 10 cm". Not super encouraging. Plus during the cervical check he mentioned that baby needs to drop a bit still which has/had me worrying that he hasn't dropped cause there isn't enough room. Seriously? I have a nervous/scared cry anytime I really think about (despite reading online it's common for second-timers to not drop until actual labor sets in and big babies come natural all the time). Can we say considering induction again? and beating myself up for not taking the offer to sweep membranes and help things along too (I didn't want to risk actually going into labor before my parents got here).
Cravings: Nothing really. Spicy chinese was super delicious a week ago and milk always tastes good. Just the usual.
Weight Gain: still about 15 lbs up from pre-pregnancy weight.
Movement / Symptoms: He still moves a bit mostly just before bedtime. I have had insomnia issues going back to sleep for the last few days. Last night was definitely due to worrying about the big head concerns. I think I've had a few actual though mild contractions but nothing consistent. I'm hoping to step up my game on helping things along if I can.
Day to Day: Painting has stopped in main house. I may paint after he's born and before we transition to bedroom (he'll be in ours for a while I think). I borrowed my sister's sewing machine but haven't done anything and don't really want to or care if I do.
Baby Prep: I've lost my motivation to sew or do things for this. I did get a car seat canopy off a yardsale group on Facebook because I want one but lost all desire there too.
The Girls: They are doing great. They love playgrounds and climbing on things. They have great imaginative play developing. They love to ride the tricycles up and down in front of the house. They are excited for fall/winter/Halloween but not sure the "cold" idea really means much to them yet.
Seren was disappointed when I didn't come home with baby brother from the doctor's appointment yesterday. "Awww...no baby brother?" like he will just be something easy to pick up at the store or doctor and bring home. Kendall wanted to go to the appointment and I told her I had to take my bottoms off lately and she didn't want to see my bum. She asked "what's in your bum?" haha funny kids. Then she said she wanted to go next time so she could play on the playground...bless that sweet honest girl.
Looking forward to: Honestly I just want to go into labor now. Between being uncomfortable and fear of him getting any bigger to possibly not fit I just want to be done now. Hospital bag is mostly packed so yeah bring it on already.
Next visit: September 24th and October 2nd. Let's plan on cancelling the October 2nd one at least right?
2 comments:
Glad you are doing well and can't wait for the "he's here!" Post!
Ha ha ha the girls are so funny!!! And aren't all kids. My hubby's 5 year old told his mom to return her baby brother to the shop and come back with a baby sister. If only it was that easy :)
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