Tomorrow?!

Benson told me this morning that he feels like I've been pregnant for 10,000 years. It totally made me laugh.. I completely agree with him! From the sick beginning to the uncomfortable end, it does seem close to 10,000 years sometimes. She is quite content in there! I got my membranes stripped again the beginning of this week and nothing still!
My dr. and I talked about inducing and although I really was hoping to go into labor on my own this time, we decided to set up an induction for tomorrow morning at 5 a.m. Benson was born at 37 weeks and 6 days and he weighed 7 lbs 12 ounces. So if the average baby gains a half a pound a week and I'm 2 weeks past that, I could have a seriously big baby. I was 8 lbs 15 ounces. I'm just a tiny bit nervous about having a 9 pounder..
Now hopefully I just don't get pushed back (which I know could happen) and we get to meet our angel tomorrow! Besides having her in my arms, I think I might be most excited to not feel my stomach touch my legs when I'm sitting. :)

Comments

Victoria said…
10,000 years of pregnancy is a lot. I was induced seven times (yes, out of seven) so I really don't know any better, but I didn't think it was a bad way to go. Just start asking for an epidural the second you walk in the door. :) Good luck... so happy for you!
February 2, 2011 at 5:33 PM
Kristy Sola said…
Sooo happy for you guys. You will be in my prayers. xoxo
February 2, 2011 at 5:53 PM
Evie's Story said…
YAY! Happy BIRTHday tomorrow sweet baby! We cant wait to meet you. Praying for your day tomorrow and a safe, joyful, uneventful arrival of this GIFT!
February 2, 2011 at 6:23 PM
Dana said…
I am so excited for you and hope all goes great, and you have that sweet little angel in your arms soon. Can't wait to hear all about it. Good Luck.
February 2, 2011 at 7:36 PM
Shannon said…
Have a fabulous day tomorrow. Can't wait to see pictures!
February 2, 2011 at 7:51 PM
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