Mid June and July Firecrackers Group Due June/July 2017!

[Gagrlinpitt]

So I had my 38 week appointment.. still 1.5-2cm.. 60% effaced and at a -1 station. She's slowly moving down but not progressing as much as I hoped.. I'm just praying I don't have to be induced.

 

[lesondemavie]

More dilation than me at 38.5 weeks gag. My ob doesn't do the stations for some reason. She just says, "baby's head is low." I totally getcthe disappointment/worry. The night before my last check I had BH on and off for 2 hours and really hoped that meant some progress. I just keep trying to remember that most first time mom's don't dilate until just before labor so it doesn't mean anything. I'll schedule an induction date tomorrow and then just cross my fingers and hope baby comes before that appointment. At 39.5 weeks, baby should still have about 2 weeks to make an appearance. Plenty of time. You have at least that if not 3 weeks...depends on your ob.

 

[DobbyForever]

Hang in there ladies! Things can change so quickly. I was asking about cervical checks in third tri, and it's amazing how some women just go from 0 to 60.

Second so sorry the sweep was painful and didn't amount to much

 

[Mummafrog]

Gagrl you're only 38 weeks! Don't even be thinking about induction yet sweetie.

To update my midwife was really supportive and told me to basically ignore what the other midwife had been saying and she'll just decline it for me and protect my home birth. She's given me her personal number to call when things kick off hehe. Truly lovely and experienced midwife.

Got my car mot done today and got the air con fixed! Blessed relief.

Don't really have any other news x

 

[Gagrlinpitt]

Thanks for the encouragement ladies.. I have been really irritated at everything lately.. it's horrible.

Doc told me birthing ball bounces and sex so that will be my go to.. regardless of how much of a whale I feel like... Luckily my doctor's won't let me go past 41 weeks so max three weeks to go...

Can't wait to start seeing some more babies born in here.

As far as the car situation it looks like we are ending up with a BMW x3 suv. Long story short, or friends have one with a tad bit over 100k and he's been meticulous on keeping it updated and fixing it and maintaining it. They are selling it to us for very cheap and they are looking for a new car as they are on their third girl (due in August) so it works great for both of us.. And helps us save money so I can stay home and not have to go back to work...

 

[second.time]

Mumma, that's great. It must be nice to know you're in such good hands.

I agree, that sounds like such good progress for 38 weeks and you're far from needing an induction. It's hard not to think about it, I know.

Lesonde, when do you think you'll schedule the induction for, if you don't mind me asking? My doctor sort of hinted I could schedule mine sooner than 40+3, but I might wait till then. My one fear is that if I put it off they might not have an opening until later than I'd like.

Dobby, I'm not sure if it worked yet or not! I think it usually works within 24 hours if it works at all so there's still a little hope.

I'm losing more mucus plug. I did get a quick ultrasound today and my fluid levels look good. That's something I worried about so it set my mind at ease.

 

[lesondemavie]

We'll schedule an induction at my appointment tomorrow for some time between 41 and 42 weeks. My hospital has greatly reduced inductions bc they make c-sections and other complications more likely, so they won't do it before then. My ob says most of her patients go into labor on their own before then, but it's best to get it on the books just in case since it's far easier to cancel than schedule. It'll be nice to have an eviction date, even though I hope baby comes in the next week.

 

[second.time]

We'll schedule an induction at my appointment tomorrow for some time between 41 and 42 weeks. My hospital has greatly reduced inductions bc they make c-sections and other complications more likely, so they won't do it before then. My ob says most of her patients go into labor on their own before then, but it's best to get it on the books just in case since it's far easier to cancel than schedule. It'll be nice to have an eviction date, even though I hope baby comes in the next week.

It's a good thing to be with a provider who's cautious with inductions! Not that there's anything wrong with them if there's a medical need or if the mom just really wants one, but it's good they aren't pushing it.

That's interesting to know about scheduling. I'll probably call and ask about it on Monday.

So I just re-read my birth story from my older son. I was only 1 centimeter at 1 p.m. on the day I went into labor, and then by 8 p.m. I was at 6 centimeters. I was at 0 for weeks, then I was stuck at 1 when I was in labor, then finally went up to 6 within just a few hours. It really can happen unexpectedly.

 

[Mummafrog]

Well I spent some of last night breathing through mild contractions that were getting regular and had two boughts of diarrhoea (sorry tmi) but they eased off when I slept, although I did wake up to a few pains. Things feel normal this morning though.
I've got my friend and in laws coming this weekend to keep me busy. It could still be weeks yet and my body is just practicing.. *sigh* it's hard to wait now. But the squish will be worth it!

 

[Gagrlinpitt]

Well I spent some of last night breathing through mild contractions that were getting regular and had two boughts of diarrhoea (sorry tmi) but they eased off when I slept, although I did wake up to a few pains. Things feel normal this morning though.
I've got my friend and in laws coming this weekend to keep me busy. It could still be weeks yet and my body is just practicing.. *sigh* it's hard to wait now. But the squish will be worth it!

Eee that's so exciting... Keep us updated please.

 

[lesondemavie]

Mumma I went through something similar yesterday as well. I've had on and off BH before, but they haven't been painful. Yesterday they hurt, and the D was a surprise since my default has been C. I also had period like cramping all morning before it started. The contractions eased as soon as I set myself up on the couch though, so it didn't last long and definitely just practice for me. Guess we'll see where I'm at this afternoon but I'm not expecting anything.

 

[Mummafrog]

Yeah nothing has changed. I just get random contractions :/ I don't really mind and supposedly they'll soften the cervix and make labour shorter. But it makes it harder to ignore if that makes sense? Makes me want things to start more, like it's teasing me!
I get lots in the evening and they cool off over night.

I just want to be holding my baby now.. I've been quite tearful today about it. I know I'm still early to be feeling this way but the idea of going to 41 weeks like I did with my first is so awful right now

 

[DobbyForever]

Oooo that's how mine are. Sporadic throughout the day, but consistent (timewuse) at night and they have gotten borderline painful. I agree, it's like being teased haha. I'm still having loose bowels as well. Getting real ladies

 

[Girly922]

I just want to be holding my baby now.. I've been quite tearful today about it. I know I'm still early to be feeling this way but the idea of going to 41 weeks like I did with my first is so awful right now

I've been feeling this way today too. I have no signs of anything progressing in the slightest and just a feeling that I'll go overdue again, and the thought of another 3-4 weeks now feels draining.

 

[lesondemavie]

Right there with you all on wishing I could just hold this baby already. Not loving the thought of going past 40 weeks, but just doing my best to accept it. At least at the end of this now TWW (max), I know I'll get something amazing and not just a BFN. I've been feeling like this since 36 or 37 weeks though so yea it's been tough. Time just seems to drag when you're waiting for your whole life to change!

 

[Gagrlinpitt]

Are any of you dealing with really swollen ankles and feet??

 

[DobbyForever]

Me I have flats that would fall off my feet and now they cut off the circulation lol. My tennis shoes are still fine though. Almost into cankle territory but not quite

 

[lesondemavie]

39.5 weeks and still zero dilation. Induction scheduled for 7/21 if no baby by then.

 

[DobbyForever]

Fxed you don't have to be induced but must be exciting to know you have 14 or less days

 

[PrettyInInk42]

Are any of you dealing with really swollen ankles and feet??

YUP!

Thank God it's summer cuz the only shoes I can wear right now are flip flops. However, I don't like the feeling of driving in flip flops, so I keep one tattered flat in the car and use it as my "driving shoe". lol. I had to seriously loosen the laces on my work boots too.

Anyone dealing with pelvic pain? Today, I felt sore like I'd been punched in the pubic bone area. Could this mean he's lower, or noticeably heavier, or have I just been on my feet too much this week?