Where we are now.

I went to the doctor every single day last week. Bed rest is getting to be hard work! Friday at the specialist he drew amniotic fluid so that he could determine HJ's lung maturity. If all is well then I am set to be at the hospital at 6am Tuesday for induction.

The doctor said that the induction can take up to two days so we know we're in for a long day and night at the hospital. But it's all for a good cause. At this time next week we'll be sitting at home with HJ so whatever it takes is what we'll do.

Other than that David finished painting the baby's room today. He's so proud of himself...it's really quite adorable. My bag is packed and in the car just in case we have to go in a rush. David is playing with the video camera so that he's sure he knows how to use it. Not that we're going to be taping the birth in it's entirety. Oh no! I don't think anyone wants to see that!

David also got a haircut today so he can look good for all the pictures. I mean it's not like anyone is going to notice his hair when he's passed out on the floor but it makes him feel better.

We're just really excited and we can't wait for Tuesday to get here already!

Bored!!

Okay bed rest is the most boring thing in the whole world. 13 more days until I am induced. I have to be at the hospital at 6am much to David's dismay. He hates the morning more than anyone I know.

If nothing happens between now and 2/24 (induction day) I'll just be sitting on my couch. So feel free to call or write!

Our newest news

Today we met with the OB and the perinatalogist. It seems that our daughter is getting pretty big. No problems with her getting what she needs in her temporary home. Right now the doc says she is 6 pounds 9 ounces. The doctor actually commented on how long her legs were.

Right now I am 35 weeks today. If nothing happens between now and February 20th then I will have an amniocentesis on February 20th to determine her lung maturity. Since she is measuring a week ahead and the tests have all been going so well the doctor doesn't see an issue and thinks it's most likely just a precaution.

Induction should be on February 23rd or February 24th. I really wish I had a scanner hooked up at home so I could post the 4D picture we got today of her face. It's amazing to be able to get such a good look at her! The one thing we can tell for sure is that she has my lips. Other than that we still have our fingers cross for David's nose. I think I saw his chin there in the picture too.