Had my weekly NST today. She was a bit sleepy today and needed some stimulation from this weid buzzer thingy to get going. My blood pressure was a bit elevated, and there was a bit more protein in my urine than last time. So, with all those factors not in my favor I do get to get a glimpse at her on Monday. They are going to do a "growth ultrasound" to make sure she is at the appropriate size for the # of weeks I am (36 weeks Monday). I am told by the Maternal Fetal Specialist that he wants this done in case they have to deliver me early. He just wants to make sure she is big enough. I delivered Macie at 37 weeks and she was 7 lbs. so I am hoping that we are in the same ballpark there! I get a little excited at the prospect of delivering early, but of course I want her to be healthy and cook as long as needed. I am very uncomfortable- having frequent contractions cramping, back hurts, no sleep, etc., but I know that the end result is what's important and wonderful and that's what matters. "Short term pain for long term gain", right??? I have to keep repeating that right now.
Guess more waiting.....ugh. I will know more on Monday, and maybe have an idea when we get to meet the little one.
Onto other things: Phil is coming home tomorrow night and Macie and I could not be more excited. He's been gone almost a week and we miss him terribly. Macie and I have been pampered and spoiled at my parents house for the past week. We have had awesome home cooked meals every night, a nice cozy bed, relaxation and some very nice family time. We want to thank Grandma and Papa for pretty much giving up their home and their daily routine for us for the past week. I know it wasn't easy having a crabby pregnant lady waddling around complaining. Macie has had such a good time. She has been going to bed earlier every night since all she does is run around all day long!!!! Thanks Mom and Dad.
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