Well, we have made it to 38 weeks and now it is just a waiting game. There is usually a two week spread on either side of the due date when the baby can come. It would not be unusual if she were born today, nor would it be unusual if she was born two weeks after her due date. It’s just the nature of estimating due dates. It’s variable a nobody really knows for sure.
At this point we are estimating that she may be around 7 lbs based off the last ultrasound we had and how much they say she should be gaining a day. We’ll see how close that is when she is actually born of course. She is still moving around a lot and she responds to her Daddy’s singing and voice. She seems happy. We are hoping for a good and peaceful transition for her when she arrives.
We talked over my birth plan with our doctor this past week which alleviated some concerns about the birth and how it will go. We are hoping for as natural a birth as possible. However, I am not beyond getting an epidural if I really need it. I am nervous but excited at the same time.
I have been experiencing episodes of contractions which a timeable but I have this idea that when the real thing happens I will be able to tell the difference. I also have been experiencing extreme fatigue this past week. My mom said that it could be my body gearing up and getting ready for little sleep to come. Another symptom that has intensified again this week was nausea and vomiting. My understanding is that when labor is getting closer the body starts to try and empty the stomach through vomiting and/or diarrhea. I am definitely getting close to my due date so hopefully it is a good sign.
I hope everyone has had a good Passover and/or Easter holiday. Shalom! 🙂
Shalom Mama 