All the home birthing goodies...
...Which I'm sure most of you already know. I had a friend tell me that I need to stop apologizing for doing a home birth. She is so right. I get nervous whenever I talk about it...not because I am worried about doing it at home, but I worry about what others will think. But...not anymore!! I am proud to say that I will be delivering (Lord willing) Lilliana in the home that Rob grew up in! I think that is so special! I am using Certified Nurse Midwives, who will make the trip with more than just a pan to boil water and some towels. {A little home birth humor... ;) } They are prepared to take on anything that may come up, which I am not really expecting. I practically did a home birth with Bobby, and I am hoping and praying that this time around it goes just as smoothly.
We made the trek to San Antonio again today for my 35 week check up. Everything looks great! I gained 7 pounds! Yikes! I guess I am making up for the last time when I actually lost weight. I am not really dilated yet, but that's ok, I still have 5 weeks. I have to make it at least to 36 weeks before I go into labor, otherwise I will need to go to the hospital. I brought home my birthing kit (I forgot it at the Birth Center last time), and I also got a list of things to pick up from the store. It's kinda exciting! She's coming soon! Everything is ready as can be for little Lily to arrive. We just need to make one more trip to storage to pick up some baby things ( bouncy seat, play mat, boppy...) and then I think we are all set! I am waiting to hang up Lily's wall decor, then I will post pictures of her room. I promise!
(Cool story: while I was checking out at the Birth Center, a new mom was there for her 6 week postpartum check up. She had her new son with her and the midwives were bragging about his birth. He was 11 lbs. when he was born!! Holy cow! That is one big baby!! And, amazingly, the new mom didn't tear at all! Way to go for her! )
3 comments:
WHAT? 11 POUNDS and no tearing? actually, if i remember correctly, tearing is a result of the size of the babies head....so just pray for a small headed child :) excited for you guys morgan!! -- liz
Good luck to you in your last weeks/days! I can't wait to see her room. =)
The Midwives at St Lukes prepared you for this girl. It's kind of like a natural step to try it at home now so I can certainly see why you feel comfortable. I wouldn't trade the midwives -no way! Can't wait to hear all about it!
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