We'll see what the doctor has to say today at 3:45PM. Asher decided he would 'last till the weekend'. Maybe he does want to be a May baby after all?
Contractions: Check.
Regularily: Minimal. I'll get them for an hour but then keep waiting on the next hour's to begin.
Intensity: Increasing but bearable. If I'm studying I don't really notice them. Ugh... I wish I could turn my brain off.
Love,
Mrs. F
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Saturday, April 25, 2009
Still at home waiting...
Still no trip to the hospital. I'm still in occassional discomfort, but not what I really think what labor should feel like. Doug and I got up pretty early and went for a walk in the neighborhood. As I've been home today and doing a few things, I forget about the discomfort till my stomach gets really hard. So again I'm just waiting for even that to become more regular or for my water to break.
My parents came by and my mom finished up straightening up the house, which I really appreciate (she is also the reason we were all up so late Thursday cleaning). She cannot get invited over and NOT clean...ugh...not much I can do about her. :o) My dad decided to take over the kitchen, so we'll have some nice supper for tonight. Thanks for checking in on us! We'll keep you all posted of any labor progress.
My parents came by and my mom finished up straightening up the house, which I really appreciate (she is also the reason we were all up so late Thursday cleaning). She cannot get invited over and NOT clean...ugh...not much I can do about her. :o) My dad decided to take over the kitchen, so we'll have some nice supper for tonight. Thanks for checking in on us! We'll keep you all posted of any labor progress.
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Waiting on baby...38+ weeks
Doug and I had our 37.6 week appointment this Tuesday. I'm 3 cm dilated and 70% effaced. They're not expecting to see me at my next weekly appointment. I was told I could have the baby "today, tomorrow, the next day..." They didn't think I'd last till the weekend. I was again pressed to schedule Asher's delivery. So I reminded them I'd like to just see what the baby wants to do instead of me. They're just concerned that should I wait for him, and if he keeps growing, the drug-free delivery I'm hoping for might be me fighting against a nearly 9lb baby. They guess-timated him at 7-7 1/2 lbs already. I'm also pretty sure I lost my plug yesterday so I don't think he'll have all this extra time to grow anymore...So all we're doing is waiting now. I finally get to stay home today, so I feel very fortunate to get to attempt to catch up on things. I can definitely feel his head very low and it feels strange to walk around now. I keep wanting to watch my contractions, but they're so sporatic and irregular, and just mildly uncomfortable, so not really painful...yet. Ha. My stomach does get very hard so I try to catch those and time them. But Doug and I aren't leaving the house anymore together without our hospital bag...I can't believe Asher will be here already. I know he looks forward to meeting our (and his new) friends and family.
We're taking the laptop to the hospital, but I'm sure those who are notified will hear from us via our 'phone network' we've set up. Thank you for your love and prayers throughout this time.
Monday, April 20, 2009
Doug's Baby Shower at Work!
Doug's coworkers at Beta threw the baby a precious shower this past Thursday. Full of food, gifts, and guests. Thanks so much to all of them. 
Astros Opening Day '09
Doug and I were fortunate to make it to Opening Day this year. We've both gone twice now, but it was our first time to go together. We got tickets minutes after they were released to the general public. I've never sat so high, so I'll never complain about my 'old seats' again. But hey, we were there, right?
We were so cool wearing our jerseys to work/school. Ha. 
Easter with the Salinas'
Doug and I enjoyed the Saturday before Easter in Woodville, TX with my family. Darrell was able to join us too! We were spending a very nice, long relaxing weekend with him while Donna was with Ryan visiting Lindsey and Steve in Greece. (As usual you can access the 'whole lot' of pictures at our Felicia Family Photos link on the left column).
Good picture of Brandon and Doug after the egg hunt. Doug used my very old Easter basket to collect for us. 
My dad has taught Brandon to cast out his own little Shakespeare Spideman fishing pole. I had to see for myself...he was right. This is after his mom had to chase him to the dock. 
My cousin Victoria and I. She's at Texas Woman's University too in the BS-Nursing program but in Dallas. She'll be graduating in one year! So proud...
Brandon was pretty handy with the egg coloring...but didn't mind mixing the colors...which didn't leave my cousin Ivanna very happy.
Good picture of Brandon and Doug after the egg hunt. Doug used my very old Easter basket to collect for us. 
My dad has taught Brandon to cast out his own little Shakespeare Spideman fishing pole. I had to see for myself...he was right. This is after his mom had to chase him to the dock. 
My cousin Victoria and I. She's at Texas Woman's University too in the BS-Nursing program but in Dallas. She'll be graduating in one year! So proud...
Brandon was pretty handy with the egg coloring...but didn't mind mixing the colors...which didn't leave my cousin Ivanna very happy.
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Our little boy is on his way (officially)!
Today at my weekly appointment Dr. Cook found me dilated 1cm. Doug and I are so excited to have some evidence that we will not have to be induced. I took an un-official survey today of some pals and:
1. When it was discovered she was dilating, she delivered a week later. Never made it to her 38 week appointment.
2. She was 1 cm at about 37 wks and 5 days... then labored for 2 days.
3. Another was dilated 3 cm for 2 weeks before she went into labor.
So it looks like there are plenty of ways this can go...Doug and I will just remain diligent to watch for signs of labor. Doug really learned alot at the Bradley classes because Sunday night on the way home I was feeling some contractions (Braxton Hicks surely) and he asked all the appropriate questions...too cute.
It's funny how after left the appointment things ran through my head again and I realized this really is going to happen. When the doctor said "and you know how to reach me in an emergency" I didn't think much of it. My doctor does not like me to worry unnecessarily, so it was the first 'real' sign of impending labor he's given me...I guess you have to know my doctor's demeanor if you don't get my example. :o) Doug remembers him saying "well since you're dilating, we know we don't have to induce, so we can expect him in the next few weeks". It was reiterated to me that "he (the baby) will not be waiting till 40 weeks to come". Ahhh...so exciting yet a little nerve-wracking too (in a good way).
We've been playing with our new carseat in Doug's car since it'll likely be the one bringing me home. I keep telling myself I need to pack my bag and wash some of the babies clothes. We also went to tour some pediatric clinics and infant day-care centers today. So even if we're taking small steps, they're steps. I know we'll get in gear now after today's appointment.
Enjoy the cartoon! Of course its very exaggerated.
1. When it was discovered she was dilating, she delivered a week later. Never made it to her 38 week appointment.
2. She was 1 cm at about 37 wks and 5 days... then labored for 2 days.
3. Another was dilated 3 cm for 2 weeks before she went into labor.
So it looks like there are plenty of ways this can go...Doug and I will just remain diligent to watch for signs of labor. Doug really learned alot at the Bradley classes because Sunday night on the way home I was feeling some contractions (Braxton Hicks surely) and he asked all the appropriate questions...too cute.
It's funny how after left the appointment things ran through my head again and I realized this really is going to happen. When the doctor said "and you know how to reach me in an emergency" I didn't think much of it. My doctor does not like me to worry unnecessarily, so it was the first 'real' sign of impending labor he's given me...I guess you have to know my doctor's demeanor if you don't get my example. :o) Doug remembers him saying "well since you're dilating, we know we don't have to induce, so we can expect him in the next few weeks". It was reiterated to me that "he (the baby) will not be waiting till 40 weeks to come". Ahhh...so exciting yet a little nerve-wracking too (in a good way).
We've been playing with our new carseat in Doug's car since it'll likely be the one bringing me home. I keep telling myself I need to pack my bag and wash some of the babies clothes. We also went to tour some pediatric clinics and infant day-care centers today. So even if we're taking small steps, they're steps. I know we'll get in gear now after today's appointment.
Enjoy the cartoon! Of course its very exaggerated.
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