I hate starting a new thread--okay, so I don't really hate it! But, since it IS July 10th already, I thought it would be good and fresh to start a new one! It's just that we have been getting more replies lately, and has anyone noticed how many people "view" the pregnant and staying fit thread? I find it fascinating!
At our last thread, Shei and Jen had mentioned that they would like us to keep in touch, post baby. I think that is a great idea, and we can certainly do that!
Are there any newly pregnant ladies out there Lurking, but afraid to post? If so, please join us! We seem to be dwindling here now that so many of us are getting ever so close! It's hard to believe that it is happening so fast.
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I went to see my OB today, and I passed the gestational diabetes 1 hour test that I took on Saturday. My CBC was also looking great and my iron count was excellent--which is not too bad for a girl who forgets to take her vitamins.
So, I go back in 2 weeks and that's that. We talked about the current recommendations for women attempting VBAC, she said it canges something like every 5 years...but encouraged me to maintain my plan to try and let me go into labor on my own, going as far as 40-41 weeks. Send me some good labor vibes you guys! I'm quite happy that she is encouraging about this without being passive to the possibility that I may need another c-section. Personally, I am too busy to have to have a recovery rate of 6-8 weeks, but we do what we must...
Yesterday was my Firstborn's 10th birthday! It is a tradition to watch thier birth video's on the birthday, if they want to. I had a vaginal delivery, and the video is pretty up close and personal. It's amazing how much we seem to forget about birthing. It's even harder to believe that I have a TEN YEAR OLD!
Comparing a vag vs' c-section, watching myself of course--because it just isn't the same watching it on "A Baby's Story". I looked so scared when I had the c-section, but I don't recall any really negative feelings about it. It really concerned me that I was awake and having an operation. But, it goes so fast. Looking at the Vag Birth, I can't say that I looked so at ease, but I was not scared. I looked more intense and anxious, and it was really hard to make a decision when I had to choose having a episiotomy (which I didn't want to have if it came down to it) but my thoghts flew out the window when it was time to decide.
That's why it was terrific having my DH there, to handle everything that we had talked about.
I am officially 29 weeks pregnant and there is only 11 weeks to go! I can't believe that it is happening so fast. We have our painters coming in to do the nursery on the 19th, and I can't wait! I actually broke down and bought some clothes for Bellybean from Gymboree on line. They have the cutest stuff, and it is well made. I tend to buy stuff when it is on sale though...
I'm trying to get my layette together, so he'll have clothes when he arrives.
Does anyone remember me being sad about not having a shower this time? Well, 2 other friends told me that they wanted to have a shower for me in September when we know that everyone is back from vacations and all that. I am flattered and tickled to be having a celebration for my 3rd baby. It makes me very happy!
Okay, so how is everyone else? How are the doctor's appointments, how are you feeling, what is going on in your home these days?
Is anyone else melting from the heat? Chicago is very hot right now, and is supposed to go back to the mid 70's tomorrow. Which I am fine with. Normally, I love the heat, but this is a different year!
Everyone stay cool and HEALTHY!
Blessings all around,
Scully and Bellybean