Well.....yesterday was due date day! One of my all-time favorite days. I'm one of those crazy weird pregnant woman who would rather never go early and always go late. So far I've gotten my wish with all three. I just feel like going early would completely catch me off guard. I love surprises, but not a surprise like that. Ha. If you make it to your due date or any day beyond, you really have no excuse but to be ready. Like we are. I mean, there will always be more I wish we could get done, but we've also enjoyed the extra time as a family of four, the extra rest, the extra time to prepare, the extra days for temps to warm up (woohoo!), etc. It's an exciting time at the Barntsen house to say the least!
We made it through the one weekend my birth photographer had a conflict AND daylight savings so that was a big relief. Every night when I go to bed I think "this could be it" but Conrad's labor started at 3:30 pm and he was born 4 hours later soooo.....perhaps it'll be another labor that starts in the morning or afternoon (which I'd just love.)
Tom told me today that he's ready for the waiting to be over and he wants to move on to the next stage. Has he forgotten what it's like having a newborn?! :) He'll soon be reminded I guess. I'm doing wonderful though all things considering, and honestly can't believe how great I've been feeling. I think there are a lot more people praying for us than I realize!
Pregnancy Highlights
We made it through the one weekend my birth photographer had a conflict AND daylight savings so that was a big relief. Every night when I go to bed I think "this could be it" but Conrad's labor started at 3:30 pm and he was born 4 hours later soooo.....perhaps it'll be another labor that starts in the morning or afternoon (which I'd just love.)
Tom told me today that he's ready for the waiting to be over and he wants to move on to the next stage. Has he forgotten what it's like having a newborn?! :) He'll soon be reminded I guess. I'm doing wonderful though all things considering, and honestly can't believe how great I've been feeling. I think there are a lot more people praying for us than I realize!
Pregnancy Highlights
How far along: 40 weeks as of yesterday!
Weight gain: 25 lbs as of last Tuesday. Next appointment is tomorrow.
Appointment update: My appt went well last week! They're exciting because I get to hear that sweet heartbeat and it's always fun to talk about the baby, but since I opt not to be checked, I'm not really learning much else. Head is still down. Heartbeat was 130-135. Measuring 138 weeks. And she's thinking baby will be right around 8-ish lbs just based on what she can feel outside the tummy. It'll be interesting to see how accurate she is!
The midwives have taken great care of me once again, and I look forward to every appointment (although a couple with the kids tagging along in freezing temps were rough.) I'm looking forward to seeing who is on call once the big day arrives!
Gender: According to a little baby poll I took of friends and family, girl guesses are winning 8 to 9! We were also given some fantastic name suggestions. Eight people still have a chance at the correct birth date. (Three of them are for today, March 9th though.)
Wonder who will win the "Luxurious Trip to Woodbury, MN" for guessing the most accurately!? :)
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Sleep: If I avoid drinking water 2 hours before bed, take a bath, and position a pillow juuuust perfectly I'll be comfortable for a little while. Until it's time to switch positions.
Last night was not great. My glorious nap yesterday threw my sleep off so I laid there for what seemed like forever. And between the baby moving like crazy, braxton hicks contractions, crazy dreams, and Gwendolyn calling out for "water", I don't really know how much sleep I even got. I woke up this morning veeeery tired, but nothing that a little coffee and fresh air didn't help improve.
Message to baby:
The end is near! Any day now, and I can hardly believe it. I'll admit I'm nervous for how all the details will fall into place, but I know I should just take those nerves and anxious thoughts to God who promises to go before us and walk beside us the entire way. His word says to fear not because He is with us. We're praying for His overwhelming peace and joy to surround in these exciting days, as well as continued health for you. He's been so faithful to us.
Will you have hair?
Who will you look like?
What day will be your birth day?
How much will you weigh?
How and what time will you come into this world?
What will your name be?
What color eyes will you have?
What will your temperament be like?
and most importantly...
How well will you sleep?!
:)
So many things to look forward to. I know I'll miss carrying you and the joys of being pregnant (which right now seem to be completely blocking most of the difficult parts of being pregnant in my emotional hormonal mind) but it'll be so wonderful to hold you in our arms and kiss your precious cheeks.
I call first dibs.
Any moment now. My heart may explode.
I can't wait to meet you.
Love,
Mommy
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