39 Week Doctor's Appointment

Had my 39 week doctor's appointment today.  My blood pressure is perfect, I am up a total of 27 lbs, and BP's heart rate was 127.  I am 4 cm dilated and I have a bulging bag of water.  That means that the baby's head is pushing on my bag and that it could break at any moment (scary I know).  My doctor said that my cervix is ready to have this baby.  The only issue we have is that the baby is still pretty high and moves when poked.

Due to all of the above and my quick labor history I head to the hospital at 7:20 am tomorrow morning to be induced.  This was a HUGE decision I had to make that I didn't take lightly.  It was tough considering I am miserable and have my parents asking me each morning if I am feeling any different.  I didn't want those 2 items to drive my decision.  I am anxious at the thought of getting medical intervention since Gwen's birth was perfect, but I am happy at the thought of having a more stable birthing environment.  The doctor assured me that once they put a bit of pitocin into me and break my water that it should be a smooth/quick birth.  I really hope so.  My biggest fear is the anticipation.  With Gwen I didn't sit and think about it.  I woke up and a few hours later she was here.  I am jittery with anxiety, excitement, and pure joy.  It's amazing to think that this time tomorrow I could be holding my new baby!!!

Today is Gwen's last day as a big sister.  She ate pancakes for breakfast and lunch.  She gets what she wants today as her universe is about to be rocked :-)

Signing off for the last time as a mom of 1 and a miserable pregnant lady!!!