Running from the Law: Baby Mim - 38 Weeks

Tuesday, July 15, 2014

Baby Mim - 38 Weeks

Dear Baby Mim,

Well, here we are, nearing the very end of this pregnancy.  It's been an amazing 9.5 months and exactly one week from today, we will finally get a chance to meet you face-to-face.  That is, unless that you decide to come earlier, little one, which would be totally fine with your mama.  I've loved being pregnant with you, but I'm so excited about moving on to the next phase and having you in my arms.  I can't wait to see your beautiful face and smell your head and kiss those tiny toes that kick me nonstop these days.  I've loved protecting you and keeping you safe on the inside, but everyone is ready to meet you, my dear, and perhaps it's time for me to stop hogging you all to myself.  I think it's your dad's turn to hold you for a while.  
Despite it being the very end and being both mentally and physically READY to have you, I have to say that I think we're doing alright.  I went out to dinner last night with friends and they all unanimously agreed that not only did I not look miserable, but may have looked pretty damn good for 38 weeks.  Thanks friends!  I have to agree - I'm not nearly as miserable this time around as I was when I was this pregnant with Mac.  It might have something to do with the lack of swelling (I still have ankles!) and your low position, but either way, I thank you for being easy on me.  I still have trouble chasing your brother around and doing much around the house, but your dad has really stepped up and taken over a lot of responsibilities.  He even lets me sleep in on weekends and insists that I rest and put my feet up occasionally - he's the best.  I think you'll like him. 
My only real complaints right now are nightly heartburn/indigestion and lack of sleep (from pregnancy insomnia, multiple nightly bathroom trips and heartburn).  Perhaps this is my body's way of preparing me for all the sleepless nights ahead, but I was really hoping to be well-rested going into this and get as much sleep as I can over the next week.  I alternate between wanting to sleep nonstop for the next 7 days and wanting to do as much as possible with Mac before you get here and turn his world upside down (in a good way, my dear).  When I do sleep, it's like I'm dead - so deep and peaceful.  I've only had one weird pregnancy dream about Kevin Bacon, which really just made me want to watch Footloose on repeat for the last few weeks.  I'm still eating basically whatever I want (except salmon...vomit) and drinking lemonade like it's going out of style.  I have a feeling that after this pregnancy, I may never drink lemonade again.  
You have gotten so big in the last couple weeks and my bump is crazy round!  I absolutely love it and have been wearing clothes that show it off.  We had an ultrasound at 36 weeks and got to see your beautiful face.  I usually think that 3D ultrasounds are super creepy, but you actually managed to look adorable!  I think this means you'll be photogenic - a mamarazzi's dream come true!  We made a family outing out of the ultrasound, bringing Mac (plus Sophie and multiple trains) along for the adventure.  I'm not sure he really understood what he was seeing on the screen, but your dad and I were mesmerized.  We loved watching you move around and squirm.  You touched your face a few times, kicked and even stuck your tongue out at us!  You are such a little stinker already.  You're measuring big - at 36 weeks, you were just over 6 pounds (in the 75th percentile)! That's fantastic! Keep it up, baby!
See what I mean about you being so cute!

I think we're also pretty ready for you at home.  Your nursery is about 90% finished.  I have to hang one canvas and we we're still waiting for your glider to arrive.  We initially moved the glider out of Mac's room into your room, but after multiple meltdowns and requests to rock from your brother for an entire weekend, we put it back.  He's not ready to give it up, so you will be getting a new one.  Sharing isn't his strong suit, but he'll learn soon enough.  Your closet is stocked and you already have quite a nice collection of hair bows and headbands.  There is LOTS of pink. Hope that's ok with you.  Otherwise, I think the only things left to do at home are install the car seats, set up the bassinet, pack 'n play and swing.  Of course, as soon as we get you home there will probably be a million things that we never thought about, but for now we're feeling rather prepared. Finally.  
And although we may be ready, you haven't shown any signs of an early arrival.  I've been 1 cm dilated and 70% effaced for the last 4 weeks.  No change.  Combined with your size, we thought that might mean you'd come a bit early on your own, but it doesn't look like that's going to happen. No problem, baby.  As of now, Friday is my last day of work and I'm hoping to spend the weekend relaxing and getting pampered.  We've got everything scheduled and arranged for your arrival next week and I have to admit, it wouldn't be the worst thing in the world to have everything go according to our plans.  The control freak in me is kinda looking forward to that.  However, should you wish to surprise us a bit early, we wouldn't be opposed.  My hospital bag is packed, just in case.  We really can't wait to meet you!

Love, 
Your mama

36 comments:

  1. you look so wonderful momma! can't believe her arrival is so close! And I adore that photo of Mac in the ultrasound room...so precious!

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  2. Oh my goodness! You were just announcing your pregnancy and now baby will be here any day! Best of luck with the labor/delivery and I cannot wait to hear about her arrival!

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  3. SO CLOSE!!! You seriously do look SO AMAZING! Makes me miss pregnancy…so start complaining! Haha, just teasing ;) Can't wait to hear of her arrival :)

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  4. How exciting! Can't wait to hear of her arrival! Hope these last few days as a family of three are wonderful!

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  5. I can't believe how close you are. Your pregnancy has gone by so fast! I can't wait to see her, hear her name and see her nursery! Enjoy this last week of pregnancy. :-)

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  6. I am so so excited for you. One of the best things ever is seeing your first born love all over your second. I wasn't prepared for how mushy that would make me feel! You look great and definitely put those feet up this weekend!!

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  7. So soon! Can't wait to see her!!!

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  8. P.S. You are the ONLY person I deal with captcha for :) Clearly, twice.

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  9. You look wonderful! So excited about meeting little mim through the blog world!

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  10. This post made me want to be pregnant again! Haha!

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  11. You look wonderful! Can't wait to see pictures of baby Mim! Hope you get a nice quiet weekend and some rest before she arrives!!!

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  12. Looking good! Can't wait for all the photos to come!

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  13. So excited for you!! Can't wait to "meet" baby Mim!

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  14. It's so sett that you are letting Mac keep the glider. It will provide him comfort in the crazy to come! Baby girl is getting a good mom!

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  15. You look awesome and mim looks cute as a button! Enjoy these last few days/week and good luck...can't wait to see pictures:)

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  16. I love the pictures of you and Mac at the ultrasound!! That is too precious!

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  17. You look absolutely AMAZING girlfriend! Pregnancy definitely looks good on you! Love those pictures of ya'll at the ultrasound! Such an intimate memory to photograph!

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  18. You are the cutest little pregnant girl!! At that point with Carter I was so swollen that pictures were embarrassing...but at least there is hope that with this second baby it might not be so bad! We will be on the beach next week, but I will be sending some prayers your way that baby girl comes safe and healthy. Can't wait to see the little sweetie!

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  19. Ah!! I can't wait to see baby girl!! She'll be here SO SOON! I can hardly believe it!

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  20. You look fantastic! That ultrasound is soooo sweet! If only we lived closer we could both celebrate on Friday as it is my last day at work as well!! Can't wait to see this little one make her way into the world!

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  21. So exciting!!!! Hope you enjoy your last week as a family of 3! Look forward to seeing pic's of your little Mim :)

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  22. can't believe you are almost at the finish line! I'm excited to 'meet' her too! No rush though =) That is great that you are feeling so good still. I was kind of over it at 34 weeks and never made it past to find out how much bigger I could get.

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  23. I say it every time, but you are honestly so stunning pregnant! Can't wait for Mim's arrival!

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  24. You look fabulous! I can't wait to meet Mim!!!! Will be thinking of you! PS at this rate, our babies could share a birth date haha!

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  25. EEKKK! So exciting she will be here SO soon! Can't wait to "meet" her! You look gorgeous...pregnancy definitely looks good on you! So, so sweet Mac came to the ultrasound and got to see his sister. He is going to be such a good big brother!

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  26. such a gorgeous pregnant momma!!

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  27. So excited for you to meet Mim next week (or sooner)!!! I can't believe how fast your pregnancy flew by! :)

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  28. Oh my gosh, this is so exciting. I can't wait to hear the news of her arrival. Enjoy this last week as much as possible (the weather is amazing and not too hot which is great for the end of your pregnancy)! You do look fantastic. That 3D ultrasound is so cool. She is gorgeous! GOOD LUCK!!!!!

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  29. You're soo close!! I'm so excited for you! You look amazing!
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  30. Hi there! Just found your blog and I'm excited to look around! Congrats on baby #2! I'm also due with a baby girl (this is #3 for me) and I have a scheduled c-section 8/1 but I wouldn't be opposed to her coming earlier either! You look awesome for 38 weeks!

    Lizzie
    www.multipurposemama.com

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  31. I can't believe she's going to be here next week!!! SO excited for you!

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  32. You look fantastic! Can't wait to "meet" her. You're in the home stretch, mama!

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  33. She is a beautiful baby! You can tell by her ultrasound! Amazing! And you do look great!

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  34. Thinking of you and wishing you so much goodness!

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  35. Sara, I am seriously so excited for you! You look great and she looks so cute. I can't wait to "meet" her!

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