Ok, so maybe "laugh" isn't the right word. I was actually sort of freaking out, wondering how my boss would take the news...but I'm ahead of myself here...
As you've probably guessed, I had an appointment this morning. Everything is still good. I'm almost completely effaced (it basically means thinned out)...and have just started dilating...I'm at about 1 now (on a scale from 0-10). Haven't really had too many contractions, so who knows when things will really kick into gear.
I've mentioned in previous blogs that they've been monitoring the baby's size. They snuck me in for another ultrasound today and Rya is still right on track - they said she was weighing in at...HAHA...nope, I can't put it in here. I'm having a weight guessing contest on my MySpace page and some of those people also check this blog...sorry :) But boy...was I surprised. Her belly is still the biggest measurement which means that instead of worrying about trying to push her head out, I may have to worry about the belly instead...LOL. They said she's a BIG eater...yeah, just like Daddy ;)
Anyways...they also noticed that her fluid level had dropped (the amount of fluid surrounding her) and was right on the edge of being too low. The nurse practitioner asked the doctor and they decided to give me a week to bring up the level of fluid (by drinking LOTS of water and taking 3 baths a day)...OR...they'd put me on bedrest for the remainder of the pregnancy. While there's really only 3 weeks to go, I'd still rather be able to be up as much as possible...NOT confined to the bed. Especially since I still feel pretty good.
So, I have my next appointment a week from today with another ultrasound scheduled. For some reason, I have this feeling that she may be here next week...but what do I know?? The nursery is finished...just have to hang the art work. I've gotten all her clothes, blankets, wash clothes, etc washed and ready to go. Carlene is throwing me a shower this Saturday...and I know that part of the plan is to get the "essentials" ...since I'm still short a few important items. After that, Rya could come at any time and we'd be ready...or at least as ready as new parents can be. I'm totally ready to meet our little girl right now...but of course, this is one time in life where I can not maneuver this to my liking :)
As always...keep your eyes posted for the latest and greatest news. I'll try to get the slides of the nursery and my shower gifts up shortly :) Enjoy the rest of your week everyone!!
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