Week Forty

I’m feeling pretty good this week, even though I’m hardly sleeping at night.  I think some of the birth adrenaline might be starting to kick in early (or maybe this is still the nesting instinct)!  I feel pretty energetic during the day and have trouble winding down at night.  I’m still trying to take naps in the afternoon when I can.

At my appointment yesterday my midwives and nurses were so encouraging.  They told me I look great, which made me feel good, since I’m practically popping out of my maternity clothes now.  They also reminded me of what a good birth experience I had with Vera because we waited and let things start naturally.  Mango’s heartbeat is strong, and all of my levels (iron, blood pressure, etc.) are good too.  She’s healthy and happy and obviously content to stay in there a little longer!

If you haven’t read my post about due dates yet, you should go read it!  According to some new (better) calculations, I really don’t think Mango is “due” until Saturday or Sunday (or even possibly Monday).  Even if she decides to come past those dates, it will be okay, since the Lord has a perfect birthday picked out for her!

Ways you can pray for us:
-for peace of mind and heart as we wait (some days more patiently than others!)
-for Mango’s health and safety
-for support from my midwives/doctors in my hopes/plans to have a natural start to the birth
-for labor to start soon and progress quickly, if that be the Lord’s will
-for another great natural birth experience
-for Vera as she adjusts to being a big sister

Week forty with Vera.