Obviously since I'm posting right now, you can deduce that Leah is still snug. There basically wasn't any change between last week and this week, so she's taking her time. Since the practice I attend doesn't like waiting a week beyond the due date to induce due to greater risks to the baby and mother, the doctor gave me some options for next week.
I could have waited one more week (so until 3/12) to see if I progressed any more before scheduling an induction, or I could go ahead and schedule one. So... I chose the latter. After all, it appears that this little lady doesn't want to move if she doesn't have to, so now she has an official eviction date: T, 3/10, at 6:30 AM (well, so the time will be up to her, but the process will begin then).
I'm not too thrilled about being induced, but I've been preparing myself lately for that possibility. Besides, my other expectations (her arriving early) were foiled, so why should I be surprised if this one isn't, too? At least I know that this time next week I'll be holding her in my arms.
And I know that there's still a chance she might arrive before then, but, again, I'm not placing any bets.
On the brighter side, I can say good-bye to all my students. I'll see half of them tomorrow, and the other half on Monday, which is nice, especially since I haven't seen the other half (the Monday crew) since last Wednesday due to doctor's appointments and snow days. Though saying good-bye to my students might not mean much to them, I'm one who prefers closure, so at least I'll feel better having a final day with them.
In the meantime, keep praying that all will go smoothly for delivery. And, I wouldn't even mind if you prayed that Leah might come before her scheduled arrival. Looks like this might be my last post for awhile, but as soon as I'm coherent and functioning again, I'll be sure to update you on Miss Leah Jordan.
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Heather...we'll throw some prayers your way. Sophia came on her own (four days before the due date); we had to force Tyler out with a scheduled induction. Who knows - you may go in this weekend or tomorrow (Both Sophia and Tyler came on Fridays. Great way to spend a weekend.)
I hope the closure with your students goes well. They'll miss you. Another good reason to get a Facebook acct...great way to keep in touch. :)
Just remember...don't let Leah come on the Ides of March!!
Best of luck, Heather! Jackson was an induction and Cooper took his sweet time deciding to come. I will keep my fingers crossed that she comes before next week.
Oh, and you know the old wives' theory, right? :-)
It won't be long now, and hey, Maybe Scott will even get a hockey game in! Sarah
Good luck Heather :) Things will go fabulous and your little one with be so worth it to have in your arms and not under the ribs ::smile:: And you know that as soon as things are scheduled, babies have a way of making the arrival their own, right? Looking forward to pictures.
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