About 24 hours to go...

Today was the weekly check-up to see how the baby and my blood pressure are doing.  Both are amazingly great.  Will passed his non-stress test at the appointment--"looks pretty good" said my OB today. Thank goodness! Third times a charm right?  SO-- there was no need for an ultrasound.  My blood pressure was also within the normal range...relaxing at home with no stress has seemed to be the cure for it!

The plan:  We are scheduled to head in to labor and delivery tomorrow night (Weds Nov 17th) for a "slow" induction.  They are expecting us at midnight (which I guess is a normal time for admission since it gives them the whole day and for insurance issues). John and I are planning to get some sleep before we head in, but we'll see what actually happens tomorrow! I'm going to relax tomorrow, spend some time with my mom, and make sure everything is ready for our return home sometime this weekend!! I've got a lot of crazy emotions right now...I'm very excited to see what he is going to look like and I'm scared because I've never actually been a patient before (or had a baby)!! Hopefully I won't live up to the belief that nurses are the worst patients!!  

Enjoying Some time at home...

Update on the babyfront: I went to the doctor again on Tuesday.  I had another non-stress test (this is where they monitor the baby heart rate) and was hooked up to the monitor for about an hour. Thankfully Jan (John's mom) came with me and kept me company during the appointment!! Baby Will didn't pass the test yet again!! (I figured that was going to happen.) So, I then had to get another Biophysical profile done to make sure the baby is still happy and content.  During this test, they look for a few different things.  They look for baby movements, make sure there is enough amniotic fluid around the baby, and that the baby is practice breathing.  Will passed with flying colors this time around!!  The sonographer gave me a picture of a smooshed face since he is head down and in the right position for delivery. She also measured his size which I was excited about because up until now we have had no idea how big he is!!  As of right now, 7 lbs. 1 oz! PERFECT!!  He can gain up to a half a pound a week...so no 9 pounder here!!!

I am going to be induced 1 week early.  I have a history of high blood pressure, so my doctor is being extra cautious and wants to deliver the baby at 39 weeks.  He said this is usual practice for patients who have chronic high blood pressure because there is increased risk for pre-eclampsia and other problems with the placenta.  My blood pressure was good at my last appointment, so I feel more reassured that everything is going well and I finally feel good about the care I am getting!! SO---the plan right now is to bring me in on Weds night for a slow induction.  Next appointment is Tuesday...I'll know more then!

Baby Will should be here soon!!

I decided to start this blog to keep everyone updated with pictures and information about Will once he is born!! John and I are super excited and a little nervous to meet our little guy!!  I went to the doctor today...and from here on out I will be on "bedrest".  What this means to me?  No more shopping and running around (guess it's a good thing we're basically ready for the baby); and no more "nesting"...I'm going to have to leave the cleaning up to John!!  I have to go back to the doctor tomorrow--if my blood pressure is still elevated there's a good chance I will be induced tomorrow.  We will keep everyone updated about the appt and induction!! Here are a few pictures of my belly and Will's Dr. Seuss room!!

37 weeks

Mom and I posing in front of the brand new custom curtains that she finished on Sunday!!! Who knew she was so great at sewing!!