So contrary to what we were all hoping, I haven’t had this baby yet.
No, you read that right, I am still freaking pregnant.
Lets have a look at the stats.
10 days of bloody show.
3 days of contractions.
35C heat yesterday and similar forecast for today.
1.5cm dilated
And finally…
A baby that is estimated to be about 6lb6oz. Not huge in any way, but still a very healthy weight.
So that’s where we’re at.
I’d just like to clear up for the record, that when I say contractions, I don’t mean the painless/slightly uncormfortable Braxton Hicks contractions that I was having before. No, these are ohmyholymotherfuckingod honest to goodness painful contractions.
That get to about 3 minutes apart and 1 minute long and then STOP.
I’m tired. I’m hot. I’m getting frustrated.
I know that eventually things will ramp up and this little one will arrive, but really, I would prefer to not be exhausted mentally and physically when that happens.
So, that’s where we’re at.
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42 responses to “Well.”
Well if you are at five you will be having that baby one way or the other very soon !
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35 degrees in Tassie? Evidence of global warming? Oh, love, as one who was pregnant throughout Feb and Mar, I feel your pain.
It can’t be much longer, right? I hope it’s soon!!
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Be careful. If you’re having that many contractions, you could go very fast when the time is ready 🙂
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lol I was checking in to see what was happening. He just wants to have a huge buildup to his birth!!!
This heat would be hell for you…it was 39 here yesterday. I sat inside with the heatpump on the ‘icy’ 17 degrees setting. Then Nathan made me go to a friends house for tea. Have you tried those cyclone icypoles? If you are near the shop, grab one if you can eat it because they are really good at cooling you down…so yummy and juicy. If you were closer I would have brought one up to you.
Oh man, that’s how it was with The Babe. Days and days and DAYS of real labor. Stuck at 6cm for two days. SUCKED. He was born the day after the hottest day of the year. But despite all the grief he gave me getting here, he’s really a fabulous baby.
Yours will be here soon! swearz!
I tweeted you asking how many weeks you were… Just out of curiosity.
I think this little one is going to be a drama Queen (er King) I mean. Sorry it is taking so long and that you are so drained. Sleep when you can babe. We are all thinking about you and sending good thoughts your way.
Remember when I were dieing to get pregnant? Now you can’t want to pop the little guy out… It is a boy right?
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My sis was the same way with her second one. She said she got up in the middle of the night to pee and just gave an extra little push and her water broke…….
Just a thought.
*hugs*
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Veronica – I think that this child is going to be giving you a run for your money! I hope he comes soon.
xo
And if you can stand it, sex really did bring on my labor the second time. I just told Hubs “no foreplay! This isn’t supposed to be FUN…just do it, and lets get this baby going already!” I know, romantic, huh?
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Oh, I’m so sorry to see you posting today… :[
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Have SEX!!! I’m telling you you’ll have the child in no time!
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Crap. I was hoping to see photos of the new baby already. Hang in there, and other assorted words of encouragement that are probably not going to help at all!
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Oh my! I really hope you have the baby soon for your sake. I can say I know a little of what your feeling…I’ve been having contractions too, only they are so irratic and my are they painful and all in my back!! Plus, I’m not even dilated. ugh. Luckily, it’s not hot here.
((big hugs))
Early labour can suck my dick, yo. The good thing is all those early ones make the later ones come faster and easier. Milk it for all it’s worth, sister.
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I can highly recommend castor oil and orange juice!
G
xx
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best of luck hun.. 🙂
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If having sex right now like Lou suggested, is not on your agenda! Try nipple stimulation!!!
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Oh babe, I’m sorry you’re getting so fed up. I have only had one of mine in Summer and it sucked arse. As for all the contractions without result, just think that they are all doing excellent work getting bubba into a good , position and everything ready to go. When it does happen I bet it will be quick and to the point! Sending all of my good birthing vibes your way.
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1. Have sex.
2. Join Amy jumping on the trampoline for about a half hour.
3. Rinse and repeat as necessary.
4. Head to the hospital.
OMG! He really is teaching ALL of us a lesson in patience. Hang in there girl!
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Tell that little boy to stop being so melodramatic! Days of drumroll… enough!
I had 24 hours of that and it was hard. I can’t imagine. Here’s hoping he straightens up… and comes out. Soon.
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Reluctant little bugger isn’t he?!! No suggestions other than those already given, although maybe not the trampoline unless you fancy delivering him on it….?
Sending you hugs and wishing you some cooling breezes 🙂
Everytime I see your icon on Twitter or your blog name in bold letters in my feed reader, I think THIS IS IT. Hopefully soon! I’m thinking of you.
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Aww honey!
I had Zack during the worst heatwave Dundee had ever seen – it was horrible and that would have been a few degrees less than you’re suffering! (((huge hugs)))
Just think – in a month’s time you’ll be comfortable in your bed, even if the lil guy won’t let you sleep there!
Marylins last blog post..I’m free!!
Was hoping that when I didn’t see a post yesterday it would mean good news. Get yourself access to portable aircon – giving birth in that heat is no fun!
Oh I hope that little booger decides to get his butt in gear for your sanity. Will the midwife do anything to help speed things up?
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holy crap I don’t envy you at all!
It’s when I read blog posts like yours, that I’m thankful I had my babies in SA… the doc’s would have just done a caesar to end it.
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I hope he comes soon.
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Oh good lord, hurry up baby! You’re wearing Mummy out! You want her to have energy to cuddle and kiss you, right? Quit with the games and come on out!! Besides, the rest of us can’t wait to see pics of you!
So he’s ALREADY being stubborn!! hahahahah….
I’m crossing my fingers that today is the day! (because I’m late and today is a whole new day and probably the middle of the night for you–which is a perfect time to deliver a baby).
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imo, where you are right now is the absolute worst part of the whole pregnancy, including that ‘ring of fire’ thing they talk about during birth. Hope you have some contractions soon!
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Try to look at the bright side: most definitely, under no circumstances whatsoever, you will NOT be pregnant come Valentine’s Day. You’re welcome.
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Oh my. This baby is the biggest tease ever!
Hang in there! You can’t stay pregnant forever! 😉
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I so totally feel you. But, as you know, he really can’t stay in there forever. I know there is little comfort in that fact when you are a million months pregnant, hot, in pain, and caring for a toddler, but he really does have to come out eventually. You cannot physically be pregnant forever,even though I bet it seems that way right now. Hang in, mamma!
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Sounds like my labor with Max. It made the sleep deprivation that comes with a newborn look like a medically induced coma.
Memarie Lanes last blog post..Like custard on the pudding of the soul.*
get as much rest as is possible love. I had that for four weeks with my middle child.
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argh that sounds sucky… have been thinking of you… hopefully the next time we read your blog it will be decked out with photos of your new boy!
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Aw, shucks honey. Hang in there, he’ll be here in his own time. And 6/6 isn’t too shabby. 😉
Tell him that his Aunt Ree in the U.S. is looking forward to meeting him.
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From what I’ve heard, sex will supposedly induce labor if you’re close. So ATTACK THE HUBBY!!!
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damn. i was sure you would have popped by now. nipple stimulation is what this calls for…
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I’m going to town tomorow, want me to send that ginger beer and castor oil?
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