Sorry to keep all of you in suspense, but my appointment on Tuesday went much better than expected! Baby was just barely off, so with a gentle nudge from doctor, the little one slipped into place. However, when she checked me, I had not made any more progress (still a 1). We decided that binding my belly at this point would probably only make me even more uncomfortable than I already am. Dr. felt like baby was staying pretty close to center anyway, so we opted to not bind my belly and let me go on my way.
This was very freeing to me. More so than I realized it would be. The less interventions I have, the more likely I am to be able to cope with the rigors of labor. I was very worried about what Tuesday was going to hold for me and the baby. I really wanted to know that when I started labor, it would be the “real” thing rather than some oddball contractions that started up because of interventions. I felt like I would be better able to tell the difference between real contractions and ones that would fizzle out after a few hours if they started up on their own.
So, here I sit at nearly 5am Christmas morning….wondering.
I tried going to bed a few hours ago, but contractions were waking me up and I just had a general uncomfortableness. So, I came down here to mosey around and see what a little distraction would do.
The contractions have definitely lessened in intensity, but they still continue to be about 20 minutes apart. Thankfully, I slept a lot today (or should I say yesterday), so I’m not really sleep-deprived. My husband has been so good about letting me sleep whenever, wherever lately. I just hope he’s getting some good sleep tonight!
We’ve been praying for a Christmas baby. But, I know that doesn’t necessarily mean we’ll have one. I ask the Lord for whatever is within His will, but if He would consider a Christmas birthday for this little one that would make us ever so happy. We brought little Emily home from her first round of surgeries on Christmas Eve and she was able to spend her first and last Christmas at home with all of us. She was also born on a holiday (July 4), so it just seems perfect and wonderful to honor her memory with the birth of her little sibling on Christmas Day. Not to mention the fact that this little one represents hope for my husband and I. Baby Jesus was and is HOPE…I could not think of a better way to celebrate the One Who truly embodies our hope than with the birth of another blessing from the Lord.
So, I have my little Contraction Master up, and I’m timing them. I do not know if they will progress into full-fledged labor on this Christmas Day, but it would be a beautiful thing if they would.
I had about decided it just wasn’t going to be Christmas Day despite my fervent prayers (and honestly, I could show up here tomorrow with a post entitled…False Alarm…or some such thing!) But, that is okay too. What I am really anxious for right now are the first rousings of my other children…the “wake up, Mommy! wake up Daddy!” in excited whispers. They are probably only a couple of short hours away!
God has given us an amazing gift by sending His son to save the people He created and loves. I am blessed no matter what! Many, many blessings to you this Christmas!
Lynnette Kraft says
Merry Christmas Amy (and family)! We’re thinking of you and wondering how the day is progressing…but what seems like perfect timing/perfect reasoning to us, doesn’t mean it is best huh? 🙂>>I had a gazillion reasons why I thought Harrison should be born on July 25th (the day he was due)…Anna’s birthday for one. 🙂 Yet, he was born on July 29th and that was his appointed day. You never know…you may just get that Christmas baby, but then again…you HAVE that baby this Christmas, and regardless of whether he makes his appearance today or tomorrow or a few days down the road, this sweet little baby does bring you hope on this Christmas day and I rejoice with you over that.>>Love you (and can’t wait to hear!).>May peace and joy fill your day.>Love,>Lynnette
brandi says
Thinking good labor thoughts for you Amy and still praying for all things good that come from Above.
Tiffany says
So excited for you, a new blessing from God will be here soon. I know we do not know the timing but the timing will be perfect because it will be from God. Hang in there and Merry Christmas mama.
Lilyofthevalley - Tanya says
I’ll be checking in to see if you have an update tomorrow. A baby is here update would be nice, but I know that this baby will be born in God’s perfect timing. He knows what is best. >>You are in my thoughts today!>>((((hugs))))
Q says
So encouraging to see you feel/write something positive – congratulations for coming around this difficult circle! What a gift that is in and of itself.>>He is so merciful.>>Praying for you!
Sarah says
Whenever God chooses to let you see your blessing, it will be perfect. I can’t WAIT to hear your news and of course see that cute little baby. Your babies are always so beautiful!
kranberry216 says
We’re anxiously awaiting the wonderful news and praying that the Lord bless you and keep you in his peace. Merry Christmas!
Fruitful Harvest says
Hi there Amy!>I was thinking of you last night at church,and praying for your upcoming labor! WOW delivery is finally in site! Maybe it will happen tonight after the kids eat dinner and get ready for bed? LOL That would be just to perfect…so it propley won’t happen that way! 🙂 All in GOD’s timing!>Thanks for keeping us updated!>This is so exciting!>>Blessings,>Georgiann