Well, we are officially at full term! Any time after this, she will be considered a full-term baby and not a preemie, good news! She continues to have a strong heartbeat and I am still progressing normally for vitals and all that.
Saturday was our last (small) baby shower. Nelson's family had a bar-b-q for us and we received some small presents. The food was delicious! Nelson's dad needs to teach him his recipe for his bbq marinade. It's the only steak I've ever had that I actually like. (Nelson and I don't eat red meat or pork, unless it's the occasional burger or pizza topping when out to eat. We're pretty much poultry only. Or seafood)
So we had a midwife appointment today (we're going every week now) to check baby's position again. Unfortunately, she is still head-up. I've decided it's not because she's stubborn, just lazy. She's rather stay comfortable and sleep then work to move head-down. Since Nelson and I are the same way, it makes sense! Anyway, so we are schedule for a version Friday morning to try and have a doctor turn her head-down. It involves a one hand-in, one hand outside procedure. (figure it out for yourself) And, it's supposed to hurt. Cris didn't even try to sugar-coat it. But, if we can avoid a cesarean, I am ready. It was scary to start talking about what will happen if she won't turn. I have been hoping, praying and striving for a completely natural delivery and it is upsetting thinking that may not happen. I know that can still change, but today it's what I'm thinking about. It just seems unfair that so many other women have their baby in the correct position, but it isn't as significant for them, especially those that would prefer a c-section. Sigh. I'll feel more optimistic tomorrow, I hope!
We are still going to try "home remedies" to get her to turn. And, I went to an acupuncturist today and started moxitocin (sp??) treatments, which often help turn babies. It isn't done with needles, it has to do with burning herbs on the pressure points on my toes. We had a treatment done in the office today and she showed Nelson how to do it at home, so we don't have to come in every day. This was recommended to us by our midwife and often works, so our fingers are crossed! We have lots of people praying that she will turn soon, so we can have the birth experience we're hoping for! Thanks for those of you who are thinking head-down for us!!
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I was waiting and hoping that she had turned :( I am still praying for you, and that the little one will turn!
Just know that no matter what happens, you are taking great care of her and doing everything in your power to give her the best, healthiest labor. One extremely hard thing I have learned is that pregnancy and labor are extremely unpredictable. I hope you can have peace in knowing that you are an awesome mama who is fighting hard for her baby's health and well being. You rock :)
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