I had my 32 week appointment today....only 58 more days until the big duedate! We are so excited to meet our baby girl! And for the second consecutive appointment, doctor confirmed that baby girl is head down! After Jack was stubborn and never decided to flip on his own even when I went into labor at 38 weeks and 1 day. I am amazed that Jack's little sister is being so cooperative and decided to turn so early (before 30 weeks). Thus, my hope for a VBAC lives on, and I can't help but start to get excited for the possiblity that lies ahead. Yes, I admit that I am a little scared of either option...a VBAC or a repeat c-section. I have definitely done my research and know the risks involved with both. I have read so many books, talked endlessly with my doctor, and followed numerous blogs. I have made my decision (although I know that the decision was already made on the very night Jack was delivered) that I will definately try to avoid another c-section if at all possible. For those of you that know my love for numbers and statistics, I take comfort in the fact that my doctor has given me a 80% chance as long as the baby remains head down. That is pretty good odds, and I am willing to take the risks outlined for the positives involved. So I will keep hoping and praying for healthy baby girl.
With less than 2 months to go, preparations are in full swing. My mom was here last weekend and helped me do a good spring cleaning. I am also trying to go through everything and organize it while I still have some free time. I have been attacking a new task on my list every night...and have had a very productive week! The nursury is all set up with only a few more things to make or buy. My latest great find was a rocking chair on craiglist that we are picking up tomorrow morning. Patrick loves going with me on craigslist treasure hunts! I remind him that I have saved quite a bit of money with all my crazy thriftyness! Blankets and clothes are washed, newborn cloth diaper stash is ready and pump and carseat are ready to go! We have also been trying to prepare big brother Jack for baby girl's arrival as well as come to the realization that we soon will have 2 kids!!!
