I haven't done as well as I would have liked with updates, so this will include as much information as I can recall at this point. At our 32 week appointment, I measured 39 weeks. So....now Baby T is measuring 7 weeks further along. I asked the doctor if they had received the results of the sonogram and they showed me normative curves that reflected the 80th percentile for weight, belly, head, and femur. Essentially, Baby T is a big baby, but fortunately not off the charts. They still seemed confident that I would be able to deliver naturally and told me to let them worry about how big the baby is. It's nice for them to take on this burden, but seriously, I'm the one lugging around this kiddo everyday.
I wanted more information about my low iron as I'd been put on the prescription supplement and was concerned because the package said to discuss the risks of taking this medication while pregnant and breastfeeding. It's been about a week and a half since my appointment and the doctor hasn't called to update me on the information they said they were going to seek out regarding this information. I continue to be somewhat concerned about the lack of individualized attention that I'm getting. I just hope there are any issues that are being overlooked. I have to stay positive though. Through our discussion they did tell that my hemoglobin was assessed at an 11 from my last blood test. If my hemoglobin would drop below 10 at delivery then they would have to consider a blood transfusion. This makes me anxious and I'm hoping that this doesn't happen. That being said, I have little and no interest in eating liver and raisins everyday. I guess we'll see what happens.
I've had both my primary baby showers at this point. We feel very blessed to have the support of our friends and family. Baby T received lots of essentials and goodies. It was so nice to spend time with everyone, and see family members that I haven't seen in quite sometime. I went through our registries and prioritized the necessities we need. Over the next few weeks we'll have to pick them up. Forunately, we received a few nice giftcards as well. Every litte bit helps.
Prior to the shower here in Troy, Grandpa Thomason passed away at 11:48 am on April 18th. Diane had driven down for the shower and decided to wait until after the shower to break the news. I knew something was going on though, as she wasn't her typical self. Once everyone had left, I actually asked if it had happened since we knew it was a possibility. This past week we traveled back to Danville to attend the visitation/funeral. It was difficult for us to come to terms that Baby T was so close to meeting his great-grandfather, but he truly is in a better place. I just wish Baby T could have met him at least once and received one of his good bear hugs.
We had to reschedule our last Prepared Childbirth Class which we were supposed to attend on Wednesday night due to the funeral. We went to a different instructor last night. We're not sure that these classes were beneficial, and perhaps have given me more anxiety. I'm still scared of having an epidural, but also not sure that Anderson Hospital is prepared to assist me in a drug-free delivery. It seems there is different information provided by each nurse that we meet with. We're just hoping to have a good nurse when the big day comes.
Another memory for the baby book is a blunder on mommy's part. Today as I left for work, there was road construction from Route 40 to our subdivision which is atypical, however they're expanding the road to allow for a turning lane which will drastically improve my drive to work once it's done. I sat in the line of traffic for about 20 minutes and as I approached Route 40, I decided to use the shoulder to turn right. There were only three cars in front of me and I decided it wasn't a big deal. I've waited out this light several mornings, and I've also seen other cars more significantly break this law. That being said, I wasn't upset about being pulled over until the officer came back to the window and said my citation court date was 6/10! I told the officer, "great, that's my due date!" He told me I didn't have to appear in court, I said, "fantastic!" Not exactly the way I wanted to start my Friday morning. This was following a ridiculous charlie's horse at 5:30 am and lead to a pounding headache all afternoon. It hasn't been the best day of my pregnancy for sure. I'm approaching the uncomfortable stage, and I'm ready for Baby T to be here. Forunately, BJ has been supportive and has taken care of me.
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