Here I am at 40 weeks!! 
Today is the day (that I 
should/could/wish) I was having my baby.Since I’ve caused confusion on what my due date is/was, I’ll explain it to you. I know exactly how many days my cycles are and the exact date of conception so according to my calculations, Kaydriana’s due date is 5/5. My doctor (like most) goes on the typical 28 day cycle and the date of my last period. So she has my due date down as 5/4. For a while there I was telling people my due date was 5/1 because at my first in depth ultra sound Kaydriana was measuring ahead of schedule: 5/1. Well, I then learned that those measurements don’t change my due date. So basically I’m choosing to go along with my doctors due date of 5/4 because I’m hoping that means Dr. Graham will induce me sooner than later.
I don’t particularly want to go through the process of being induced. From what I’ve heard getting chemically induced causes stronger contractions and because your body isn’t naturally progressing the process can be slower. However, if that’s what my doctor recommends, then I’m going to go for it. Especially if my body decides not to cooperate with going into labor naturally by a reasonable date.
Today I have an appointment with Doctor Graham. I was thinking of waiting to post my next post until after my appt, but in the hopes that I won’t have an opportunity to (cuz maybe I’ll be in the hospital? J) I decided to post this now and if I have a chance, I’ll post another one sharing the results of my latest appointment. I’m going to ask her about stripping my membranes to get labor started. There is no guarantee it will, but it worked for my sister so I’m crossing my fingers. I’m also going to ask her about scheduling an induction date. That way if I don’t go into labor on my own in a couple of days, perhaps I’ll have a particular date to focus on and look forward to.
The only upside to Kaydriana arriving later rather than sooner is the date I’d have to return to work. I’m taking 16 weeks paid time off. So if she’s isn’t born for another week then I’ll be out until Labor Day. However, I don’t know if my employees will survive me if I’m pregnant for much longer.
Can I just say I am proud of the fact that I have worked up until my due date!? I’ve only missed 2 full days of work my entire pregnancy!Below is a little something I put together based on some of the dumb questions or comments I have encountered during my pregnancy. I do have to say that for those who read my blog, I really haven’t been annoyed or offended by any of your comments. 90% of the below come from the people I work with that I don’t have a personal relationship with. Hence their comments/questions annoy me J
Tips on Surviving a Pregnant Woman
1. If you are not my friend or relative, please do not ask me if I intend to breast feed.
2. I don’t need you to point out that I look tired. I probably do, but I’m also thinking I look good today so by you pointing out I look tired makes me feel like my efforts of getting showered and make up on was futile.
3. Yes, I know my feet/ankles are swollen. Yes, they do hurt. Yes, I do put them up when I can, and No, my doctor is not concerned about toxemia.
4. Don’t ask me if I’m allowed to eat that. If I’m eating it, I’m eating it. Mind your own business.
5. If I’m not currently in a conversation with you regarding my pregnancy, please do not spit out unsolicited advice.
6. “You look huge!” is not a compliment and it’s not helpful. “You are glowing/beautiful/doing a great job” those are acceptable comments.
7. Not to sound ungrateful, but if you’re going to purchase something for me that’s not on the registry, a gift receipt is helpful. If I can’t use it, and can’t return it, then what else am I supposed to do with it?
8. If I share that I’m really ready to go into labor and hold my baby (AKA – cannot wait to no longer be pregnant) please don’t point out that my brother was 6 weeks late. Love you, but that is not helpful, mom!
9. If you are a co-worker or employee (someone I do not speak to on a personal level) I’d prefer not to share with you how each one of my doctors visits went.
10. If I tell you I’m feeling fine. I’m feeling fine. Do not ask, “Really? Are you sure?” If I wanted to go into more detail with you regarding how I’m feeling I will.
11. If you are not my friend or relative, do not ask me how much weight I’ve gained or I’ve developed stretch marks.
12. Never, under any circumstance is it appropriate to point out that it looks like I’m having twins. I’m pretty sure my regular check ups with my doctor would have determined that.
13. When I tell you that I haven’t slept in days, it is not helpful or supportive to say that that is Mother Nature’s way of preparing me to not sleep when baby is here. I’m tired now – I need sleep now.
14. If I showed up to work that means I’m still pregnant. Thanks for inquiring.
15. In general it’s always polite to hold the door open for a woman or if someone has only one grocery item in their cart behind you to let them go first. If it’s a pregnant woman, don’t be a jerk! My feet and back hurt and common courtesy would be so appreciated.
16. Yes, I am going for that second/third helpings. And yes, I do plan on working out to lose the baby weight.
17. If I don’t know you (or barely know you) please don’t ask if you can touch my belly. I really don’t want you to, but how do I tell you that without sounding like a you know what?
Today is the day (that I 
should/could/wish) I was having my baby.Since I’ve caused confusion on what my due date is/was, I’ll explain it to you. I know exactly how many days my cycles are and the exact date of conception so according to my calculations, Kaydriana’s due date is 5/5. My doctor (like most) goes on the typical 28 day cycle and the date of my last period. So she has my due date down as 5/4. For a while there I was telling people my due date was 5/1 because at my first in depth ultra sound Kaydriana was measuring ahead of schedule: 5/1. Well, I then learned that those measurements don’t change my due date. So basically I’m choosing to go along with my doctors due date of 5/4 because I’m hoping that means Dr. Graham will induce me sooner than later.I don’t particularly want to go through the process of being induced. From what I’ve heard getting chemically induced causes stronger contractions and because your body isn’t naturally progressing the process can be slower. However, if that’s what my doctor recommends, then I’m going to go for it. Especially if my body decides not to cooperate with going into labor naturally by a reasonable date.
Today I have an appointment with Doctor Graham. I was thinking of waiting to post my next post until after my appt, but in the hopes that I won’t have an opportunity to (cuz maybe I’ll be in the hospital? J) I decided to post this now and if I have a chance, I’ll post another one sharing the results of my latest appointment. I’m going to ask her about stripping my membranes to get labor started. There is no guarantee it will, but it worked for my sister so I’m crossing my fingers. I’m also going to ask her about scheduling an induction date. That way if I don’t go into labor on my own in a couple of days, perhaps I’ll have a particular date to focus on and look forward to.
The only upside to Kaydriana arriving later rather than sooner is the date I’d have to return to work. I’m taking 16 weeks paid time off. So if she’s isn’t born for another week then I’ll be out until Labor Day. However, I don’t know if my employees will survive me if I’m pregnant for much longer.
Can I just say I am proud of the fact that I have worked up until my due date!? I’ve only missed 2 full days of work my entire pregnancy!Below is a little something I put together based on some of the dumb questions or comments I have encountered during my pregnancy. I do have to say that for those who read my blog, I really haven’t been annoyed or offended by any of your comments. 90% of the below come from the people I work with that I don’t have a personal relationship with. Hence their comments/questions annoy me J
Tips on Surviving a Pregnant Woman
1. If you are not my friend or relative, please do not ask me if I intend to breast feed.
2. I don’t need you to point out that I look tired. I probably do, but I’m also thinking I look good today so by you pointing out I look tired makes me feel like my efforts of getting showered and make up on was futile.
3. Yes, I know my feet/ankles are swollen. Yes, they do hurt. Yes, I do put them up when I can, and No, my doctor is not concerned about toxemia.
4. Don’t ask me if I’m allowed to eat that. If I’m eating it, I’m eating it. Mind your own business.
5. If I’m not currently in a conversation with you regarding my pregnancy, please do not spit out unsolicited advice.
6. “You look huge!” is not a compliment and it’s not helpful. “You are glowing/beautiful/doing a great job” those are acceptable comments.
7. Not to sound ungrateful, but if you’re going to purchase something for me that’s not on the registry, a gift receipt is helpful. If I can’t use it, and can’t return it, then what else am I supposed to do with it?
8. If I share that I’m really ready to go into labor and hold my baby (AKA – cannot wait to no longer be pregnant) please don’t point out that my brother was 6 weeks late. Love you, but that is not helpful, mom!
9. If you are a co-worker or employee (someone I do not speak to on a personal level) I’d prefer not to share with you how each one of my doctors visits went.
10. If I tell you I’m feeling fine. I’m feeling fine. Do not ask, “Really? Are you sure?” If I wanted to go into more detail with you regarding how I’m feeling I will.
11. If you are not my friend or relative, do not ask me how much weight I’ve gained or I’ve developed stretch marks.
12. Never, under any circumstance is it appropriate to point out that it looks like I’m having twins. I’m pretty sure my regular check ups with my doctor would have determined that.
13. When I tell you that I haven’t slept in days, it is not helpful or supportive to say that that is Mother Nature’s way of preparing me to not sleep when baby is here. I’m tired now – I need sleep now.
14. If I showed up to work that means I’m still pregnant. Thanks for inquiring.
15. In general it’s always polite to hold the door open for a woman or if someone has only one grocery item in their cart behind you to let them go first. If it’s a pregnant woman, don’t be a jerk! My feet and back hurt and common courtesy would be so appreciated.
16. Yes, I am going for that second/third helpings. And yes, I do plan on working out to lose the baby weight.
17. If I don’t know you (or barely know you) please don’t ask if you can touch my belly. I really don’t want you to, but how do I tell you that without sounding like a you know what?
induction wasn't as bad as I had thought/heard it was going to be. And it sounds like your body has been preparing itself, so that's always a good thing! You are doing great, and yay for working up to the day you deliver! I don't know what I would have done sitting at home just THINKING about going into labor. I'll be praying for you and Kaydriana and that she decides to come soon! I definitely agree on your list though, and unfortunately we just have to grin and bear it b/c some people just don't seem to have much tact. Good luck at your appointment, definitely get your membranes stripped (they did it to me, but all I got was 20 hours of false labor ... but it definitely has worked for other people I know)!
ReplyDeleteI keep watching your Facebook page and blog to check if you are in labor or on your way! Just know that she has to come out at some point in time, you may not have a date, but the end is in sight!