Friday evening, WV was hit was a major storm that left most of WV without power. Friday night was not too hot (the storm had dropped the temperature well over 20 degrees) and Saturday we were able to hook up a small generator to keep the fridge cold and run one fan in the bedroom. Phones were in and out of service (land and cell) on Saturday, so we mentally prepared to have this baby without the midwife if we couldn't contact her. We swam in mama and dad's pool to keep cool. I had my usual on and off mild contrax.. and the midwife showed up to check on us! We made a plan that if I were to go into labor, my dad would drive out to get her (she lives 30 minutes away.. out in the country).
We passed the 3+ days of no electric having a wonderful, simple, quiet time. Swimming twice a day, walks, nice quiet times in the afternoon with books and nursies in front of the fan, mild contractions throughout each day (I labored like this with Bunny too), washing needed clothes out by hand and hanging them on the line, eating meals with my mama.. A nice simple life of no technology and no working.. and no baby. I went 41 weeks with Bunny and am now 40 weeks 2 days. I feel good and am resting well and Squirrely is happy and healthy.. so all is good.
And we did not forget to take the Monday Belly Shot!
40 weeks 1 day
40 weeks 1 day
You look great! Glad all is progressing well! Get plenty of rest and keep us posted.
ReplyDeleteThanks! Even though I seem to labor on and off for days, I am able to sleep at night.. so that is a blessing!
DeleteGlad all is well hope you birth soon, looking forward to seeing some baby pictures.
ReplyDeleteGod Bless
San x
40 weeks and 1 day and you still look BEAUTIFUL. Rest and water and dont forget to take some pictures of your new little love!
ReplyDeleteThank you! Hopefully we will have pictures soon!
DeleteYou look amazing! So glad you are hanging in there and handling it all well. I've never gone even TO my due date, so I'm quite impressed at your ability to handle this! Way to go mama! Prayers for you and your new little one as your baby day approaches soon.
ReplyDeleteThank you! I was 41 weeks with Bunny--which I'll be on Sunday. Hurry baby! lol
DeleteGlad all is well. Good midwife to come and check on you!
ReplyDeleteShe is wonderful!
DeleteAhhh, those last few days of waiting! :-)Glad you've been able to just relax and enjoy time with your family. Good luck on the birth....can't wait to hear the story!
ReplyDeleteTyra
Oh,my!!!
ReplyDeleteYou look fabulous but I'm so hot just thinking about no air!! Hope all goes well!!!
Thank you. We survived it... though we are having 100* temps for the next few days and even the AC can't keep up...
DeleteWhat you described actually sounded quite relaxing and peaceful, as I'm sure it was for you! You just have such a great sense of peace about you; I love it!
ReplyDeleteAs I type this, I'm hoping you are in labor or holding your new little one! I can't wait to hear a birth story!!
Blessings,
Sarah