Tuesday, February 18, 2014

..:Due Date Tomorrow:..

Emma's due date is tomorrow, February 19th, 2014. There are very little signs that she is going to come by tomorrow. I know this is just an estimated date. However, I would love to meet her very soon!

In the meantime, I have convinced myself that I am not going to rush her. I am going to keep myself busy. As a teacher, there are so many lesson plans and other projects that I can get done while waiting to go into labor. Today was my last day of work. The long term sub came in and spend the day with us. I spent a lot of time showing her things around the classroom and catching her up. I am a bit nervous because I know how students are around subs. Also, this year I was only out one day so the students have been spoiled by my presence. In this way, I am happy that Emma is not here yet and I got a chance to finish the necessary units before my maternity leave.

My feet are exhausted after today. Last night was one of the first nights where I barely got any sleep. I felt my body cramping the whole night and couldn't stay awake. My mind was fixed on the documentary we watch, The Business of Being Born. I am nervous about having a c-section. I DON'T want it!! I want to deliver without meds and as natural as possible... so here are some advice I have heard several times from people and from forums online.

  • LABOR at home first before going to the hospital...
  • Wait, be patient, wait until you can't take the pain anymore
  • Center yourself and think positive!
  • Don't let the doctor's suggestions be your only option
  • Let your body take charge
  • Don't deliver laying on your back
This one is just my own personal note to self:
  • Don't scream and shout (esp. bad words) because I don't want Emma to hear it!