Thursday, March 6, 2014

The countdown begins!

It has been a hectic few weeks, but I'm still here, there's still snow everywhere, and we are still waiting for the arrival of Baby Hannah.

A week or so ago, I had an ultrasound that returned some scary and alarming results, and I was told I'd most likely be induced this past Monday. After an awful and stressful weekend that I spent imagining the worst, I went in on Monday with my bags all packed and that ultrasound looked much better than Friday's, so the doctors opted to monitor me closely and wait to induce until they really had to. I have ultrasounds and non stress tests twice weekly until she's born, and tomorrow is the next one, so once again I'll pack my suitcase into my car, drive up to the office, and see if I'm going to have this baby! Fun times.

Bottom line is that we will most likely meet our daughter earlier than expected (due date is April 3), but as long as she is healthy, I don't care what day she comes on. I hit the 36 week mark today, so though she would still be a preemie if she arrived now, she would be just fine long-term.

The nursery is all done and here are a few photos:





Lucy has taken a seat on the backburner, because I am not allowed to do much of anything. I am not on bed rest but I am not supposed to get my heart rate up at all. I am also on travel restriction so my baby shower that was supposed to be this coming weekend in New York had to be postponed :( My doctor just did not want me to risk going out of state. My main jobs are to sit on my butt and eat. Many people would be happy about this but sitting still is very hard for me to do! I am so grateful that Maddy has stepped up like you cannot even imagine, and is more or less doing all of Lucy's care to help me out. Amanda is also helping out and without those two, I would be much more stressed out! Amanda has been super busy with work but started working with Lucy again this week, which I appreciate very much and I'm sure the horse is happy to have a job to do again.

I could write a huge rant about the weather but the short version is that we are still getting lows in the single digits and there is still lots of ice and snow on the ground. Let me remind Mother Nature that it is MARCH now, not January, so maybe a few days above 40 would be appropriate?! Let's get this crap melted, maybe have temps where a medium weight would be passable overnight so I can finally wash Lucy's disgusting heavyweight that has sure earned its keep this winter, and get the outdoor ring back in useable condition. I cannot wait to get back in the saddle after Hannah is born.

12 comments:

  1. I love Hannah's room! It's beautiful. Hang in there!

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  2. Hannah's room is beautiful. I remember this 'getting ready' time and it's all very exciting. Lucy will be fine. And I agree with your doctor. :)
    Maybe the shower could come to you!

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  3. Sitting on my butt and eating are two of my favorite things... but somehow it's never as fun when you HAVE to do it :) Fingers crossed everything goes smoothly for you guys!

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  4. Hoping for a healthy delivery for closer to April than March!

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  5. Lovely baby girl room :) Such an exciting time in you and your husband's life! Cherish every moment.

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  6. Hannah's room is just gorgeous! Hoping for a safe, comfortable and speedy delivery. :D

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  7. I love the grey and soft pink! Sending you positive thoughts during the next few weeks!

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  8. Hannah is beautiful name and the room is simply stunning!
    I hope all goes well in these final stages and that both you and she are happy & healthy when when time comes.
    I was born 2 and a half months early, way back when (well almost 30 years ago next year); I turned out pretty good if I may say so myself. Plus premi-care will undoubtably be miles ahead of what it was then ;-)
    Will keep you all in my thoughts and wish you the very best!

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  9. Hannah's room is beautiful! My son came 2 weeks early and his crib and dresser 2 weeks late! (I was also 7 1/2wks early in the '80's and faired a-ok), sometimes it happens. And at least the crummy weather means your not losing good saddle time that everyone else isn't losing. Just focus on that sweet little girl you're about to meet! Riding will mean something else after that little girl is in your arms.

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  10. I love your nursery, it's so peaceful. Good luck with the continuing monitoring, I'll be crossing my fingers for you and the baby.

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  11. That nursery is ADORABLE!! Sending good thoughts your way!

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  12. It looks stunning! My sister was very early, about 8 weeks and her baby made out just fine. Enjoy these last few moments being pregnant, things are about to change forever girl. Good luck in the mean time x

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