MY July

Today's Midwife Update:

I am measuring just 1 week ahead still.

Baby must have had a growth spurt a few weeks back.

We will know on the 27th if baby is ok for growth, as I already have an ultrasound scheduled.

Blood Pressure was 118 over 76. Awesome.

No significant swelling. I am a wonderful water drinker.

I lost half of what I gained from last week's big weight gain...so now I have gained a total of 23 pregnancy lbs. Healthy. My goal was 25 lbs or less, so I am feeling successful.

Cindy says that the baby has dropped. So, a little progress, I guess. She couldn't get a good position guess on the baby. She says that is because baby's head seems to be very low. I have such a sensitive belly when they are poking and prodding my stomach. It hurts.

Baby's heart rate was, as always, in the 130's. Baby seems to always be asleep during the appointment, so a sleeping heart rate. As soon as I get in the car, the baby wakes up.

We discussed signs of labor...none of which I have...all of which I am looking for.

We talked about my several stronger Braxton Hicks contractions...just my body preparing for labor.

No dilation, effacement....nothing.

Cindy said to assume that I will get to my original due date, maybe further. UGH!!!!!!

She said that is just to prepare me for reality and not disappointment. UGH!!! UGH!!!

What, that means I could be pregnant for 1 more whole month!

SOOOO, I have decided to enjoy MY JULY.

Whatever I have left of it. I am going to continue to enjoy my flower beds. I am going to continue to find new things that I think I might enjoy doing and go out and do them. First on the list, the Hershey Gardens, specifically the butterfly gardens. I want to go to a pool or to the creek and enjoy the water. I am going to sit outside for one whole day and read an entire book.

I am going to trust in God's timing. Once again reminding myself that His timing is perfect! His plans for me are perfect! Be it HIS July or HIS August...the baby will be here.