Update and Random Thoughts About Delivery

Today I am 40 weeks and 4 days pregnant. I had an NST done this morning as well as a quick u/s to check my amniotic fluid. Both went well. Baby girl is healthy and moving great.. I guess she just doesn't want to come out yet. I was told to do strict kick/movement counts because it is critical that we feel at least 10 movement in one hour a day once you go past your due date. So far, baby is moving lots which is great.

Besides the petty facts that I am uncomfortable and so very anxious to meet her, I am sad that I may not go into labor on my own. I have never had an induction and am scared of the thought of forcing my body into labor. I am PRAYING that my body goes into labor on its own by Wednesday night.

My induction is set for 5am on Thursday. I really don't know what to expect and will be reading up on inductions today. I'm also bummed because I was planning to try and deliver without an epidural this time around since I got one with all three boys. But, since I'm most likely getting induced and my contractions won't be natural making them more painful, I doubt that will happen.

Another reason this whole ordeal sucks is because inductions take along time (majority of the time) and I've never been in labor for more than 10 hours. I need to figure out who will watch the boys and who will be bringing them to the hospital as time gets closer to pushing. I need to make sure my mom or sister will be able to get off of work.

I hope everything works out and goes smoothly. I hope and PRAY that this induction does NOT end up in a cesarean. But, most of all I just hope she is born healthy. 2 more days of hoping my body goes into labor on its own. Wish me luck guys and if you pray, please pray for us as well. :)