Well I had another wonderful baby shower yesterday hosted by a couple of my co-workers! It was nice to sit down and catch my breath for a couple of hours, as lately has been a bit hectic both at work and at home. The saying "when it rains it pours" really has been our reality lately. From an unexpected tax situation, a $600 dollar water bill, to an ant infestation and a broken fridge and sink... Yikes.
Below are some fun photos from the party! I must say, the highlight was my colleagues little boy pointing at my stomach and asking me to "get her out now" with the most serious look on his face. He made my heart melt!
We got some really great gifts, including a rocking "bunny," a snot sucker, a homemade blanket, bottles, toys, books, and some really fancy looking shoes that are more glittery than my wedding ring!
37 Week Update
As far as my 37 week update goes- man... things have changed. I have been soooo uncomfortable lately, and I'm sure that isn't going to change until she's here. The only relief I get is laying down at night (or right when I get home from work!). I've had this burning pain in my upper right abdomen now for about a week, which radiates through to my back. Last night I experienced "lightning crotch" for the first time.. now that. was. PAINFUL. Now I seriously don't wish this sort of pain upon anyone, but I wish my husband could be in my body for at least one of these episodes to know that I'm not exaggerating. I feel like when actual labor hits it's going to be like the little boy who cried wolf situation. He's not going to believe me, as I've been complaining about every little ache lately thinking labor is on the horizon. Poor guy :)
Recently I have also discovered what are "Braxton Hicks" contractions. BH are false labor contractions. I think everyone experiences them differently, but for me it feels like my abdomen is tightening up. Normally my belly is sort of squishy, but when I'm having a contraction it is hard as rock. I also know when I'm having one because my now outie belly button goes back in until the contraction stops. Pregnancy is so glamorous!
I have my 37 week appointment today after work. I am a bit anxious as I am being tested for Strep B, presenting my doctor with our birth plan, and she is going to tell me the baby's position. Really hoping she is in position and ready to go!
Update: Had my appointment and found out that I am 2 cm dilated, 75% effaced, and at a -1 station, meaning she is engaged and almost here! My doctor also told me that she is head down, but facing my right side. It shouldn't be an issue to get her to face the right way, as I've heard of doctor's spinning babies just before delivery. Hoping for an early baby!
~Sunny
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