Wow that was a long read - really hope lo hurries up for you and you progress quickly and oh is better.
Gas and Air is great to take your mind off of what is happening, so dont be afraid to use it if you need too.
Good luck, Bubbs will be here by Christmas Day and you will soon be feeling such relief and love and have a fantastic Christmas Day with your newborn!
You CAN do it, and you ARE doing it ....... you have already done some of it so there is less to go now - good luck! xx