The Countdown

I just wanted to update everyone on my doctors appointments.. I use the plural because I've started going weekly now- which must mean, we're really close to having this baby! Last time I went, Dr. Waterman said that she likes to do inductions. She gave me several dates we could choose from- January 14th, 21st, or 27th. My actual due date is the 23rd. I really don't want to wait until the 27th and I think the 14th may be a little too close to Christmas. Plus, Kyle is starting a new job on the 5th so I think it would be best if he didn't have to take time off that second week. So- I think we've decided on the 21st. Of course, I could definitely go into labor naturally, but if not- that will most likely be Jude's birthday!

My doctor really doesn't like for babies to be born over their due date. She gave a number of reasons- they start having bowl movements, the just get really big and that makes for a harder delivery.. and so on. We'll see how it all goes. It seems so surreal to be talking about labor! I can't believe it's we're this close to meeting our little boy. I'm really not worried about anything as far as labor and delivery goes. I've always been pretty flexible and I really know it's best to just trust my doctors and nurses. I don't have a birth plan or anything like that... I just plan to go with whatever happens. Most people I talk to who have a birth plan say that it didn't quiet work out how they expected. I'm thinking if I go in not knowing what to expect, maybe I'll be pleasantly surprised and not disappointed when things aren't perfect. My only concern is having Kyle there and our families- I think the day will be special no matter how long it takes or how he's delivered. We're just ready to meet him!
I really appreciate everyone's support!!! Keep reading cause I posted about the CCS shower too!