Anxiously Waiting and RTW (Return to Work)

Hi All!!!

Another week down. Now that I’m officially to term this little girl can come anytime she’d like. Jim is taking his GMAT  test today and I’m not to go into labor until after 4pm today (: I think I’ll make it.

Our appointment went well yesterday. It was pretty simple. We just went over my birth plan and did the strep B swab, which was easy and painless. Our birth plan conversation was pretty comical too. We basically told her that she’s the professional and in charge. We’re expecting to show up, have a baby and healthy mom at the end. I also made it clear that I do indeed want an epidural. That’s my only requirement. My hope is to move around a little, get an epidural, take a nap and wake up ready to push. We all (3 of us) agreed that that would be the perfect labor and delivery (: So, that’s what I’m hoping for.

Next week my doctor will fill out paperwork that allows me to return to work (pending I’m still pregnant then). Returning to work will at least give me something to focus on besides just waiting around for my water to break of contractions to start. Every day I feel like my body gets a little stronger so that’s really good. I still have some aches and pains, but overall I feel good- just BIGGER! Holy moly it actually feels like I’m carrying around a 10 lb bowling ball attached to the front of my body.

It’s surreal to be returning to my normal activities. It’s a great feeling and I’m glad I’m able to get out before the baby comes and I’m inside for a few weeks again. By the way, in case you are wondering, I plan to keep this blog after the baby comes. It started out as a project for me while on bed rest, but I want to keep it as a family blog so everyone can follow up on our Andrews Family Happenings throughout the years (:

Hope everyone is having a great Friday and enjoy your weekends!!

37 week bowling ball.