Yes, I had my 36 week appointment today and I am officially 2 cm dilated and 50% effaced.
While I realize this doesn't necessarily mean anything...
It means a lot for me.
One week before Annelise was due, I was only 1 cm dilated, 70% effaced and showing no signs of going anywhere, anytime soon.
Even after being induced and in labor for 12 hours, I only ever dilated to a 4.
So, the fact that 4 weeks before I'm due, my body is beginning to work on its own is very encouraging. Especially considering our decision to try for a VBAC this time around.
Tonight, I get to enjoy a serious chick flick with my hubby (sans daughter)! We're going to see "The Time Traveler's Wife" and I'm so excited to enjoy a few hours of time with Matthew.
Here's to the first weekend since school started, gestational dilation and salty popcorn at the movie theater!
11 comments:
Yeah!!!! I sure hope that baby comes early for you. sounds like she wants out! I'm sure everything will go great and hopefully quick!!
Hope you have a great time!!!
Wonderful! I have been praying you will go on your own! I still don't know what that feels like! Enjoy Matt time tonight!
How wonderful!
Also ... Ben and I went to see that movie and I love love loved it! I can't wait to find out what you thought.
i LOVED the movie! i was worried at first, because Matt is sooooo not a chick flick person. but after a slow start, we were both drawn in. he actually said it was "good." success! amazing how wonderful it feels to sit in a theater for 2 hours without a toddler. beautiful!
Wonderful! I was 1 cm and 50% about two weeks before Lillie was born. I'm predicting a 38 weeker :)
How exciting, Rachel. I know you're not asking for advice -BUT here's some anyway. :) I would avoid an induction at all costs if you want a VBAC. It makes everything go so much smoother when you let your body do it's thing in it's own timing.
Hurray! It's always nice to know your body is getting ready!:) She'll be here before you know it!
Great news all around!
I loved Rachel McAdams in THe Notebook, so I want to see that movie, too!!!
Ok, I commented before, but it's not on here.....
But, YAY on Baby making her own way out! I'll be praying for you :)
kelly - i'm definitely taking advice! and i certainly agree with you. after my first experience, i really want everything to happen when my body is ready this time. so we'll see!
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