39 Weeks.

Well, if there ever was a countdown, I would say this is it! One week to go until Ethan's due date! I had a quick appointment this afternoon and have made just a bit more progress since last week. I'm now about 3cm dilated. I've been experiencing lots of cramping over the past few days. This tends to be the most uncomfortable in the middle of the night. I've been trying to walk daily in an effort to help things move along. I'm tired and finding these last days to be challenging, while also trying so hard to make the most of them with Gracie. Basically, I'm ready and waiting for those first real contractions!

Gracie has been doing well. She still lifts my shirt up throughout the day to give kisses to her baby brother. She likes to lay her head on my tummy, then fling herself backwards, saying that Ethan kicked her! She brings a lot of laughter to my days. I'm looking forward to the moment she meets her baby brother for the first time!

I have a 40-week appointment scheduled, although I'm hoping my little man decides to make an appearance before that time!



Comments

  1. KellyJune 14, 2011 at 4:28 PM

    Been thinking about you alot lately. Praying that he comes soon! I know the last few days were tough for me.

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  2. RachelleJune 14, 2011 at 7:18 PM

    Hurray for progress! Labor dust your way! GOOD LUCK!!! Hopefully I will get to join the #2 club soon :-D

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  3. Platinum RoseJune 14, 2011 at 11:53 PM

    39 weeks!?!?!?! I can't wait! I hope you get some of a reprieve from all the feeling badly before the big day arrives!

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  4. SnapshotsofhappinessJune 15, 2011 at 8:59 AM

    Praying for you! I hope you get some super special Gracie time in before Ethan makes his grand appearance. :)

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