Well, we've almost made it! And I've got to be honest, this is the longest part of it all! You'd think that working 12-hour shifts constantly moving on my feet would put me into labor, or at least cause some cervical changes, but no, not me! I'm STILL 1cm and 50% effaced...haven't changed in a month! Speaking of 12-hour shifts, last night was my last one! It feels very strange, and I almost feel guilty since Norah is showing no signs of arrival any time soon. But by the end of the night I am so sore and miserable, Daniel wont let me go back!! Also, about 5 days ago (or so) my belly erupted in what I thought was just horrendous stretch marks! They are red, raised, incredibly itchy and painful! I really didn't think too much about it, just kept applying lotion and ice packs...but as it turns out it could be a sign of intrahepatic cholestasis of pregnancy (ICP). Just a fancy way of saying that these lovely pregnancy hormones may be affecting my liver and gallbladder, causing a build-up of bile acids in my system. I'm going in tomorrow for some fasting lab work, and if it comes back positive I'll have to be induced tomorrow or Saturday. It could potentially be unsafe for the baby...so better out than in! If all is well, I'll just keep doing what I'm doing...WAITING!!! We will keep you posted!
Just had to show this picture of an outfit from a lady at work! Cutest little thing! I have some really sweet co-workers...I've received outfits, gift cards, toys, diapers and wipes, and monetary donations! And of course, had to add a belly-shot...its out of control!! Too heavy to cart around the ICU!!
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