No, I haven’t had the baby yet. Yes, I do feel ready and anxious!
Those are some answers I’ve been repeating a lot lately! It’s certainly been a very different end of the pregnancy than it was when I was going to have Chase. I didn’t have much going on physically at the end of that pregnancy, but this one has been “eventful” to say the least! I will spare you the details of what’s been going on, but let’s just say it’s not very pleasant. I’ve had “latent labor symptoms” for nearly 3 weeks now, and it’s been crazy thinking that every day could be the big day (and then it isn’t). I also feel a little physically impaired, mainly when it comes to doing things with Chase, and even walking! But I am very grateful that I’ve still been able to go and do things, and that I don’t have to be on bed rest or anything. I know that’s a blessing!
One thing that has made me nervous is that my blood platelet count has been low throughout the pregnancy. My doctor said that the main concern with that is just whether or not they’ll give me the epidural that I love so much! I had my last blood test today to check my platelet count, and it’s still lower than normal, but it appears to be high enough for me to be able to have an epidural so I’m relieved about that!
Yes, I am quite anxious to have the baby arrive, although I know plenty of new challenges will arise (but lots of blessings, too). I am going to be induced tomorrow (5 days before my due date), due to insurance reasons rather than the reasons mentioned above! And if you’re wary of the whole induction thing like I initially was, my doctor said that it often causes complications when it’s your first baby, but any after that are no problem. I hope that’s true, because that’s what I’m doing this time! We will keep you posted.