No baby yet. Still waiting...
I woke up this morning with a very, very heavy feeling in my belly. A little achy. Lots of baby movement. Something is definitely going on... Maybe he's going to make his appearance this week? I'm at 37 weeks. Full term, so they say. If he came this week it would make for a very busy week for us. Julien starts a new job on Tuesday which is also our 5 year wedding anniversary (!) and Wednesday is Julien's 31st birthday. When asked if it would be cool to share a birthday with his son, my husband responds, "Mais non, I don't want anyone to forget about me!!" I can understand how a the birth of a baby could outshine one's birthday. So, maybe the day after then? He was okay with that. But I have a feeling the little guy will hang on another week or so. He's just making his way down and it's really amazing to feel my body do what it is made to do.
Thursday, I have an appointment with the doctor to check on how big the baby has grown and to see if he'll pass through my pelvis. I'm not worried about what we'll find out. All I know is when the time comes I'll be ready to do what it takes to get our little guy here. The crib is set up, laundry is done, I've started another baby sweater because I just felt like he needed another one. The kitchen sink is pristine clean. The floors have been vacuumed. Suitcase is packed. Just working on making the faire-part de naissance or birth announcements and quietly playing the wait game.
(looks at clock: 1:46am)
Now if I could sleep... that would be really good.
I know I'm still awake too! Do you think you can move for a quick lunch with Bold Soul this week or is it too risky? I was thinking of Tuesday. What d'ya think?
Posted by: frog with a blog | March 05, 2007 at 01:58
My cousin had her baby daughter on they day of her birthday and was very angry about it. I say what better way to celebrate a birthday then with a healthy new addition to a family. Hope you have your beautiful baby boy this week.
(found you through Vivi)
Posted by: Heidi | March 05, 2007 at 07:44
Sooooo exciting...
Posted by: Lee | March 05, 2007 at 09:24
Our second son was born on my husband's birthday and hubby could not have been prouder!! He was thrilled! He said what greater gift and honor was there than to have your child born on your birthday. :-)
Posted by: Pat | March 05, 2007 at 09:30
I'm getting very excited about it too!
I thought your two or three day silence meant that it was all happening and I've been biting my nails waiting for the big news!
Posted by: antipodeesse | March 05, 2007 at 10:53
Ditto Antipo. There should be a law--you gotta post something even if it's just an "I'm STILL here..."
I'm so excited for you!!! You'll be so amazed and how much brighter that little guy is going to make even the most mudane things. Babies are great for that.
What a lot you've got going on! Don't forget to take time out for you--especially for rest. Most especially for rest.
Posted by: Doc | March 05, 2007 at 11:09
I'd say that the day after his birthday would be better--then Julien and he can celebrate with a sort of extended shared birthday thing! The bigger the party, the better. :) I personally celebrate my birthday week, so this could be fodder for great fun.
Can't wait to hear the good news, and looking forward to you feeling more comfortable again. Plus, we need to know what size to buy him when he's born--I hope he's not 2T as a newborn! (just kidding)
Thinking of you! Hugs!!!
Posted by: La Rêveuse | March 05, 2007 at 15:28
I'm delurking to wish you all the best in the last stretch--and congratulations. I really enjoy reading your blog.
Posted by: Heather | March 05, 2007 at 15:57
omg omg omg, its going to be soooo soon!! sending you lots of postive enegry and big hugs!!!
xxoo
Riana
Posted by: riana | March 05, 2007 at 16:33
Wow! It feels like just yesterday you were announcing you were preggers. Congrats!
Posted by: Serena | March 05, 2007 at 16:39
1:36 AM--get used to it.
Please update as soon as you can--I will be thinking of you this week. Your head is in the right place, your body is doing what it is supposed to do--now you just have to wait for the action to start.
Posted by: Tutu | March 05, 2007 at 17:20
Yay! Sounds like you're ready -- I'm excited for you. Good luck with the sleep!
Posted by: Pardon_My_French | March 05, 2007 at 18:22
i am thinking of you and wishing you an easy labor! can't wait to meet the little one! eeeeee!
Posted by: cyn | March 05, 2007 at 18:44
I too thought that the silence was because little guy had arrived!!... Now we'll keep waiting patiently to hear about developments.
Sending you good vibes -- and lots of relaxing thoughts!
Posted by: Alice | March 05, 2007 at 23:18