Early labor has begun but not anything significant for me to think she is coming. Last night we took a false alarm trip to the hospital because both my doctor and doula knew how fast I went with Max (6 hours start to finish) but I knew they were not strong enough-just early labor. I have been having the runs, nausea and contractions that start and stop. Last night they were 4 mins apart and lasting for a minute or longer but then they slowed down. I knew they were not strong enough. We stayed at the hospital and walked around for about 90 minutes and then I decided we should go home and sleep. So we left.

This morning my doctor called and she wanted us to come in so she could sweep my membranes. We then left her office, I was 3 1/2 cm, 75 percent effaced and head is at 0 station, and went to see the acupuncturist. We then headed to the chiropractor to get my pelvis and body in alignment because she was half posterior, aka back labor (which Max was) and half anterior. Hopefully she is ALL anterior now. So now we are home. I guess it is hard for me because I keep comparing it to Max. So fast ands so efficient. I need to let go and know that this baby will come when she wants to come. Maybe I am getting lost in the amount that I am dilated instead of just being one with my body. Regardless, I wanted to post the update.

Wish us luck for s speedy delivery and hopefully one today.

xo

Scott came with me to the doctor the other day. We were both surprised to find out that I was almost 2 cm dilated and 50% effaced. I know some women who walk around dilated for a while and so I know that it really means nothing but I also know that when the time comes, well we have to get moving. The doctor thinks that I may not make it to 40 weeks. I just want to make it to Max’s birthday party and then I will be happy. She can arrive anytime after 6 pm on December 6th.

She also tested me for Group B Strep and so I am hoping that comes back fine. I would be really upset if I had to take antibiotics again. I think taking them for 20 days for the Lymes Disease was enough for one pregnancy.

The baby’s room is almost done and I will post pictures as soon as it is complete. I laugh because we will have a fantastic and gorgeous room and if this baby is anything like Max, then she will barely sleep in that room. Crazy huh but it is still fun to do a room and especially a girls room. I never thought my life would ever be so full of pink.

I know I post constantly about being tired but I am. I am tired and emotional, well I actually feel needy. I hate feeling needy but this is a time where I need to not be such a tough girl.

Well Happy

Last time I packed this bag, I had it ready about a month before Max arrived. There was so much in the bag-music, juice. lollipops, clothes, pictures etc. I am sure you get the point. This time I am not sure what to bring other than myself. Last time we arrived at the hospital and I was 8 cm and so I ripped off my clothes and did not listen to anything except my own inner voice. The room was quiet and dim and I dont even remember hearing anything other than my own head. But this time, it will be different. We are not planning to birth so long at home. Last time my contractions started at 6 pm and we arrived at the hospital by 10pm ish and I was ready to push by 11 15 pm.

Our doula came over the other day. A doula is a woman that we hire to help us during the birth. She helped us the first birth and she will be with us again. She is so grandnmotherly if that is even a word and I love that because she is so sweet. We went over the plan for this time and how the second births are less predictable than the first. Well my first was not predictable either. My contractions started at 2 45 apart and kept getting less and less. All of those books I read about early labor and birthing with your partner went out the window. So anyway, she said that with the second cut the early labor and the pushing by a third and so then, we dont really have too much time. So she suggested that we go to the hospital early and relax and birth there. I am praying for a room with a hot tub. So here is the plan for the bag:

Music, Gatorade, Aromatherapy (also nice for the hospital room since they all smell like crap), a tank top or loose shirt for early labor, favorite socks, a picture of Max, our birthing ball and I think that is all. Maybe some tums and candy just in case and a few snacks.

I am still amazed that the birth is so close. I just washed all of her little clothes last night and crib sheets etc. It will be 2 1/2 weeks if she decides to come on time. I would love that since Max’s birthday is December 20th. So please little girl come on the 13th for your due date.

Here it is a a few days late. We took this picture on Sunday. I have not been the best at blogging lately and I do miss blogging but I just dont have the energy. I know that sounds crazy but my mind is in so many other places. I also have no slept that great this week and whenever that happens-I use my energy to take care of Max and myself and well the hubby gets the remaining. 

So it is getting close. I will actually be 37 weeks this Friday and I am amazed that we are going to meet this little girl soon. I have been worrying about our sleep situation with Max and the new baby but after talking to a friend, a stranger, my hubby and our pediatrician-I have let go. I know that it will work out. I just have that feeling that everything is going to be ok. I think it was important for me to honor my fears and because of it-well I worked on it and now they seem to have vanished for now. I am just now getting everything ready. The furniture arrives Thursday and the drapes get installed Friday. I need to wash clothes and buy a few onsies and stuff like that but as for everything else, we still have all the STUFF from Max so it just seems easier.

As for me, I have gained about 24 1/2 pounds and I am amazed that I have gained so little. I feel like I am eating so much more than when I was pregnant with Max but who knows.

It is going to be a few busy weeks weeks. I have doctors apt for max and myself and Max’s birthday party is in 2 weeks. Any ideas for party favors?

Well hopefully I can blog a little more and catch up on y reading of the blogs I follow.