As of the beginning of this week, my pregnancy was officially full term. I recognize the miracle in this and definitely don't take it for granted; I am very grateful the baby is healthy and thriving. On the other hand, I have recently come to realize just how very impatient I actually am. I've been having steady contractions since about 15 weeks along, so the fact that they've recently started feeling more powerful doesn't really feel like much of a change. I've been dilating and effacing for a few weeks now, and as of a couple days ago was dilated to 3cm and 80% effaced.
I know, I know - that's good progress. The problem is that I keep going into what appears to be heavy, active labor, and then after several hard hours, it will just up and stop. I get to be one of those lucky women who experience a lot of prodromal labor, which means that my labor isn't false because it's doing something, but then it just stops in its tracks instead of continuing to get stronger. Fun. . . or something.
I'm praying that he decides to show his head soon (so to speak). I can't wait to meet our little munchkin, and these not-quite-so-false-alarms are getting old! For all those of you who have gone to your due date and beyond with your pregnancies, I have a new sympathy for your pain. I don't know how you have survived it, but I am seriously impressed with your super powers!
-Amy
1 comment:
So frustrating!! Hopefully all this waiting means a healthier baby in the end. You are in our prayers, and we sending our love your way!
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