Baby incoming...well in a week maybe.
Baby update: At last sonogram measure, which was two weeks ago, the little angel was measuring at 7 lbs. 2 oz. He had doubled in size from 4 weeks previous.
Wednesday I will be at 37 weeks. He is measuring at 40+ already. Oi vey. If he keeps up the growth rate he's been on the past 6 weeks, he'll easily be 10 lbs by birth. o_O Don't get me wrong, I am very happy to have a big healthy baby in this world of low-birth weights and complications, but it still scares the bajeeezus (that's a technical term) out of me.
I saw my OB today and I am now dilated to a 1. I will see her again next Monday morning to see how things have progressed. If there has been little or no progression, I will be admitted to hospital Tuesday night and 'helped' along. (meaning they will work magic tricks...possibly some ritual dance or something... on my cervix so as not to go into TMI for those who don't want to know) If I have progressed to a 3 or 4, then I will be admitted Wednesday morning and induced. We are trying to avoid a C-section if at all possible.
Either way, next Wednesday is the magic day. If prophecy comes to pass, he will actually make his entrance on Thursday the 15th. We've had 3 seperate people say the 15th...so we'll see. :) My original due date was the 28th. *shrug*
Of course, all of this is assuming I don't go into labor before next Monday...so things are still a little bit fluid.
As a cappie, I am ok with this 'scheduling' of having the baby. It lets me gear up for it and at least feel a little like I have some control of what is happening. (even though, logically, I know that is complete BS) And it helps J with scheduling at work and allows him to give some kind of notice.
The baby shower was wonderful and over-whelming. It seemed to go by very fast and I didn't feel like I got to spend much time visiting with anyone. But it was beautiful and fun and I couldn't have asked for a better gathering. I know that it took a lot to plan and pull off. I am extremely happy and grateful for my friends Terri and Stacy who pulled it together for me. As far as gear goes, we recieved a lot of beautiful things for him and feel as well prepared as one can be for when he comes home. There are still a few things left to get but nothing imperative for the first few weeks.
The absolute most memorable part of the entire event: I had a baby Chewbacca cake. Yes, friends, Chewbacca as a baby with pacifier and everything. As soon as I get a good picture of it, I will post it. Anyone who knows me at all will know how freaking epic this is. (In another Star Wars connection, I found out today that my OB dressed up as Darth Vader for halloween this year...I knew I liked her. :P)
I know for certain that I have many more thoughts floating around and to share, but I can't remember any more right now. Just that we are down to the nitty gritty and I am excited and can't wait to meet him. Oh yeah, and absolutely scared out of my mind.
Oh yeah, looks like he'll be a Scorpio, so here's some dirt on that.
Your element: Water
Your ruling planets: Pluto
Symbol: The Scorpion
Your stone: Topaz
Life Pursuit: To survive against all opposition
Vibration: Resilient
Scorpio's Secret Desire: To triumph
Description:
Reputed to be the "most powerful" sign of the zodiac, Scorpios lead fate filled lives and have intense and dramatic personal relationships. Even as children Scorpios are often found to be wise beyond their years. Many astrologers call this the sign of the "oldest souls". Old and wise beyond the average, Scorpios often know all the answers, except sometimes; they too often have difficulty finding what they need to develop their own happiness.
Passion, desire and power go hand in hand for Scorpios. Their biggest challenge and test in life is choosing between the power of love and the love of power. Coming to grips with their extraordinary emotional depths and sensitivity isn't easy for those around them. They are different from all other zodiac signs and this difference has them walking, working and loving to a different beat. Others can often live with a Scorpio partner for years, but not really know them. Much to do with a Scorpio remains ever secret. Their eyes often blaze with feelings that words never express, and beware on the days or nights they hide their feelings behind dark glasses, there is likely to be a storm of some kind brewing. When you deal with a Scorpio you have to always deal with them on a psychic intuitive level. They often wear a mask. Too often they say "no" when they really mean "yes". They have contrary natures. Once they find true love they can be the most faithful dedicated of all partners but fall out badly with a Scorpio and you are likely to find they will never forget or forgive.
Most Scorpios are winners. The main thing they have to worry about is their attitudes, which make up their mind powers and can either make or break them. When they are negative about something or someone, or critical of themselves, they can tend to get in their own way.
Scorpios operate on three levels of soul evolvement; adding up to three distinctively different types of Scorpios. The first level is the Scorpion. This is the least evolved and most drawn toward using their powers the wrong way. The criminal element of Scorpio comes under this level. Then there is the eagle - the highflying, entrepreneurial, successful Scorpio, who seems able to rise above adversity and transform bad-times into good. Then the highest expression of this sign is the Phoenix Resurrected. These Scorpios are detached and extremely powerful. They are wise beyond their years and act as leaders and are an inspiration to others. Quite frequently a Scorpio goes through the three levels of evolvement in one lifetime - but the levels can operate out of sequence.
If you were born on the first or last day of a Sun sign, in astrological terms you were born on a cusp. If that's the case, you will probably benefit from reading your own Sun sign and the Sun sign that ends or begins right before or after your date of birth. For example, if your birth date is 22 December, your Sun sign is Capricorn, but you probably have some Sagittarian traits as well.
From: http://www.psychicguild.com/horoscopes_zodiac.php
By: Athena Starwoman
Wednesday I will be at 37 weeks. He is measuring at 40+ already. Oi vey. If he keeps up the growth rate he's been on the past 6 weeks, he'll easily be 10 lbs by birth. o_O Don't get me wrong, I am very happy to have a big healthy baby in this world of low-birth weights and complications, but it still scares the bajeeezus (that's a technical term) out of me.
I saw my OB today and I am now dilated to a 1. I will see her again next Monday morning to see how things have progressed. If there has been little or no progression, I will be admitted to hospital Tuesday night and 'helped' along. (meaning they will work magic tricks...possibly some ritual dance or something... on my cervix so as not to go into TMI for those who don't want to know) If I have progressed to a 3 or 4, then I will be admitted Wednesday morning and induced. We are trying to avoid a C-section if at all possible.
Either way, next Wednesday is the magic day. If prophecy comes to pass, he will actually make his entrance on Thursday the 15th. We've had 3 seperate people say the 15th...so we'll see. :) My original due date was the 28th. *shrug*
Of course, all of this is assuming I don't go into labor before next Monday...so things are still a little bit fluid.
As a cappie, I am ok with this 'scheduling' of having the baby. It lets me gear up for it and at least feel a little like I have some control of what is happening. (even though, logically, I know that is complete BS) And it helps J with scheduling at work and allows him to give some kind of notice.
The baby shower was wonderful and over-whelming. It seemed to go by very fast and I didn't feel like I got to spend much time visiting with anyone. But it was beautiful and fun and I couldn't have asked for a better gathering. I know that it took a lot to plan and pull off. I am extremely happy and grateful for my friends Terri and Stacy who pulled it together for me. As far as gear goes, we recieved a lot of beautiful things for him and feel as well prepared as one can be for when he comes home. There are still a few things left to get but nothing imperative for the first few weeks.
The absolute most memorable part of the entire event: I had a baby Chewbacca cake. Yes, friends, Chewbacca as a baby with pacifier and everything. As soon as I get a good picture of it, I will post it. Anyone who knows me at all will know how freaking epic this is. (In another Star Wars connection, I found out today that my OB dressed up as Darth Vader for halloween this year...I knew I liked her. :P)
I know for certain that I have many more thoughts floating around and to share, but I can't remember any more right now. Just that we are down to the nitty gritty and I am excited and can't wait to meet him. Oh yeah, and absolutely scared out of my mind.
Oh yeah, looks like he'll be a Scorpio, so here's some dirt on that.
Your element: Water
Your ruling planets: Pluto
Symbol: The Scorpion
Your stone: Topaz
Life Pursuit: To survive against all opposition
Vibration: Resilient
Scorpio's Secret Desire: To triumph
Description:
Reputed to be the "most powerful" sign of the zodiac, Scorpios lead fate filled lives and have intense and dramatic personal relationships. Even as children Scorpios are often found to be wise beyond their years. Many astrologers call this the sign of the "oldest souls". Old and wise beyond the average, Scorpios often know all the answers, except sometimes; they too often have difficulty finding what they need to develop their own happiness.
Passion, desire and power go hand in hand for Scorpios. Their biggest challenge and test in life is choosing between the power of love and the love of power. Coming to grips with their extraordinary emotional depths and sensitivity isn't easy for those around them. They are different from all other zodiac signs and this difference has them walking, working and loving to a different beat. Others can often live with a Scorpio partner for years, but not really know them. Much to do with a Scorpio remains ever secret. Their eyes often blaze with feelings that words never express, and beware on the days or nights they hide their feelings behind dark glasses, there is likely to be a storm of some kind brewing. When you deal with a Scorpio you have to always deal with them on a psychic intuitive level. They often wear a mask. Too often they say "no" when they really mean "yes". They have contrary natures. Once they find true love they can be the most faithful dedicated of all partners but fall out badly with a Scorpio and you are likely to find they will never forget or forgive.
Most Scorpios are winners. The main thing they have to worry about is their attitudes, which make up their mind powers and can either make or break them. When they are negative about something or someone, or critical of themselves, they can tend to get in their own way.
Scorpios operate on three levels of soul evolvement; adding up to three distinctively different types of Scorpios. The first level is the Scorpion. This is the least evolved and most drawn toward using their powers the wrong way. The criminal element of Scorpio comes under this level. Then there is the eagle - the highflying, entrepreneurial, successful Scorpio, who seems able to rise above adversity and transform bad-times into good. Then the highest expression of this sign is the Phoenix Resurrected. These Scorpios are detached and extremely powerful. They are wise beyond their years and act as leaders and are an inspiration to others. Quite frequently a Scorpio goes through the three levels of evolvement in one lifetime - but the levels can operate out of sequence.
If you were born on the first or last day of a Sun sign, in astrological terms you were born on a cusp. If that's the case, you will probably benefit from reading your own Sun sign and the Sun sign that ends or begins right before or after your date of birth. For example, if your birth date is 22 December, your Sun sign is Capricorn, but you probably have some Sagittarian traits as well.
From: http://www.psychicguild.com/horoscopes_zodiac.php
By: Athena Starwoman