I went for another ultrasound this morning and well, there was no really bad news but no great news either. My amniotic fluid is lower again - now at 5. The baby is still in a frank breech position with her arse down and her hands and head up in the air. The doctor is willing to try the External Cephalic Version (ECV) to flip her but he said there was not much chance (thanks, dude). He also said that due to her lack of movement I need to have 2 NST’s (20 minute fetal tests) in the next week as well as another ultrasound next Thursday and my 2 scheduled OB appointments. So basically I am going to live at the OB until this girl is born.
On a positive note, beautiful baby seems totally fine in there with all the right stuff going on and is growing well, measuring at 5 pounds, 15 ounces. I am measuring in at only fitting in 3 pairs of maternity pants and only 3 pounds below the weight I do not want to surpass.
The big news is that at my darling already stubborn ass backwards little girl will come the week of the 18th. He suggested Tuesday, January 19. I am scheduling the ECV and delivery tomorrow at my appointment. I am so excited to meet my baby girl.
This means that I have just over 10 days to do a million things, including finding someone to stay at the house with the kids while I am in the hospital. I am scheduling out these million things tonight. We’ll see how many I get done. Turns out you don’t really prepapre in advance for the 3rd baby like you did for the first.
On a personal note, I am dreading the next 10 days and I am struggling to be humorous about my pain right now. I know this is selfish and I should want the baby in there until her due date, January 30th. But I am glad they want her to be out at 38 weeks this time. I just can’t help it. My legs don’t stop shaking and my arms have a terrible burning sensation somewhat like pins and needles that gets progressively worse through the day and into the night. Both my arms and legs feel bruised and abused even though I have no swelling to be seen. I am now sleeping less than 3 hours a night but my limbs hurt so much that I cannot do anything but cry or moan or stretch or take a bath, which offers moments of slight relief. My left leg doesn’t work 100% anymore because the bruised sensation has moved up by my hips and all around by my hoo ha so I am walking with a noticeable limp. Not a pregnancy waddle. A full on limp. The ironic thing is that the actual Restless Leg Syndrome feels better when I am moving so I would prefer to keep as active as possible instead of resting my limbs. So I am constantly limping around dragging one leg behind the other. The rest of my complaints are nothing – just regular pregnancy stuff.
So I am in pain and pissed off that I cannot at all be reflective during what is almost definitely the last days of my last pregnancy. Thanks for letting me get it off my chest. With the pain, the fear and the guilt I just don’t have the funny in me and I feel like burdening my friends here with this crap will make them feel obligated to do something or make them feel bad and I just don’t want to do that or to be a burden at all.
I am sure I will be back tomorrow with a better attitude as I am well aware this one sucks. So please come back – I promise the swift return of Suzy Sunshine (haha).
XOXO my bloggy friends.
Brittany
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I am the Ringmaster of this circus. I have 3 small children who don't know what that means so I just say "Boss" and they get that. I am a mom who loves to write, build things, make things and love on my kids and my hubs. I am also in the midst of a love affair with social media. Always busy, usually laughing and never without words. Thus, Mommy Words. 
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Complain all you want Sweetie! There are those of us who remember it well. My little Princess was so low the whole time I carried her that she pressed on a nerve that made it feel like my ass was falling off, starting at about my 10th week. Needless to say, although she was a much wanted, much anticipated, little one, somedays, it was hard to find the sunshine! Funny how you forget what it was like to limp around for 26 weeks, unable to sit down, stand, sleep, once they hand that baby to you!
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Aww, mama, I am so sorry… you have so much to think about and to deal with right now! Well, just think, you are almost there, almost. Then, you’ll be able to blog about your darling beautiful baby and how it was so, so incredibly worth it. Good luck, and try to rest, as hard as it is right now. Take care of yourself!
That restless leg syndrome is NO FUN! Neither are all the other things you are dealing with. You’re almost there. She will be beautiful and all of this will become a distant and not so painful memory.
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January 7, 2010 at 11:47 pm
Complain away. That’s what we are here for. You are such a trooper through all of this and I am in awe of all you do.
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oh sweet angel.
i am sad to hear you so uncomfortable.
if it makes you feel any better, per your description, i pictured you like a hunched neanderthal with a gimpy leg dragging behind you. anything you “accomplish”at this point is icing, no candles, no lit fancy candles on a third layer of an already beautiful cake. xoxox
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imagine commas after each “no” so that last comment makes sense and perhaps comes close to expressing what i intended.
anything you “accomplish”at this point is icing, no, candles, no, lit fancy candles on a third layer of an already beautiful cake. xoxox
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How exciting!! 10 days and then you will still not be sleeping and in pain from the C section, but you’ll have your baby!!
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January 8, 2010 at 1:38 am
Hang in there mommy, she’s on her way!!! I can’t wait to see the post of her arrival!! How exciting!!
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So soon!!?? But she will be full term then, and you will have relief and will get to meet your baby girl. So exciting. I did have a little question for you on my blog, B, if you would like to clarify?
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January 8, 2010 at 9:46 am
Congrats! What a great award you got and that you totally deserve.
She will be almost full term, 38 1/2 weeks. Strange since my otehrs have been late!
You can do it for just 10 days. Knowing the “end” is near has to help. I had one planned C section and it was knowing when you would meet the new baby.
We will be here with you waiting for the news of the birth.
xx
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Don’t you worry. After all, it’s your blog and we are still all here. Here’s to a hopefully 10 pain free days! xoxo MM
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You are not being selfish! If she goes full term it’s going to be detrimental to her! She’s making you uncomfortable because she’s tellin your body she needs out.
All of your bloggy friends are still out here thinking of you and hoping for a smooth delivery and a quick recovery. Remember to take your time coming back…we’ll still be here waiting for Ms. Suzy Sunshine!
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January 8, 2010 at 8:56 am
I’m really surprised to hear that your OB is ok with you being at a 5 for fluid – scary! When I went under 10 my OB put me on modified bedrest and told me that if it got near a 6 we would induce that day (I was on 2 a week NSTs and fluid u/s’s also)
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The end is so hard! Hang in there and good luck with the version.
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January 8, 2010 at 9:52 am
Aww, I’m so sorry that you have all of this to deal with. I hope the next 10 days go speedily for you.
And, I’ll add, I think the 19th is a GREAT day and a great sign! Both of my nephews were born on the 19th and I’m due on the 19th! In my family, it seems like the magic new baby day, so I’m hoping it forebodes great things for you and the little miss.
Oh heck, you have a right to whine and rant a little bit. This isn’t exactly the way it was mapped out so you gotta vent! Before you know it, you’ll be on the other side of this with that darling baby in your arms!
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January 8, 2010 at 6:05 pm
Thanks so much, Brittany, for sharing your experience. Pregnancy is hard on us, and by the third time around, it definitely takes its toll on your body. What’s great though is that you have a great attitude, and you’re going to see your baby girl. I’m sure you’re so anxious to meet her. Clearly she’s having a great time in there, but your OB knows. Wishing you a not-too-anxious 10 days, ’cause I know it’s impossible for you not to be just a little anxious.
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Your in the home stretch momma! Big hugs to you. Just so you know, I NEVER had a bag packed when I went into labor – not any of the three times – what is wrong with me? The one time I made pre-plans for care of the other two while #3 was to be born, my sitter was out of state when it actually happened. Oh well, they all got birthed and joy was heard aroung the world. Take care of yourself and that sweet baby girl.
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January 8, 2010 at 10:03 pm
Haha I have never packed a bag either! Never forgot my laptop, ipod or camera though. Not sure who will eatch the kiddos – that is a tough one for me! Of course joy was heard around the world. Because you are so very awesome!
Hi love.
I’m so sorry you are in so much pain!!! I am dreading those last few weeks of pregnancy…always painful, but you have SO MUCH MORE to complain about. Good grief, it sounds awful.
Are you nervous about three? I’m not gonna lie, I’m downright panicked.
Both of my babies were born at 38 weeks. Lots of pros…they are really sleepy, really teeny, and oh sweet merciful Lord…the bliss of being done.
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Hey beautiful, your brother and I had a busy day with job interviews and seeing Taylor. We just had the time to read your blog and are sending love and hugs. Thought you would like to know Graham said he wished he was not in school and working so he could come and take care of Sophie and Miles while you have “Frankie”. He is the best!
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January 8, 2010 at 10:57 pm
Awww I wish he could come too. Finding a caretaker would be crossed off my list! XOXO Mom!
Final stretch! Hang in there! You can do it!
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