Rigby had her follow up with the vet this last weekend. Mike had to take her. I could have gone but…OK. Confession time. Stitches COMPLETELY FREAK ME OUT. I have been known to avoid doctors and emergency rooms just so I don’t have to get stitches for my wounds. The mere IDEA of stitches makes me feel all squicky inside. You’re probably thinking, “but Heather, you’ve had a c-section, so surely you’ve had stitches.” NO. My former OB used glue. Some people think this is gross. I say NOTHING IS GROSSER THAN STITCHES. Except possibly staples. OMG I just threw up a little.
So Rigby had stitches in her belly from her surgery, and the vet needed to examine them and remove any that hadn’t dissolved. Luckily, all of them had dissolved but one, and the vet said that one was about to go. She said Rigby is healing wonderfully, thank goodness. She’s lost some weight on her new diet since that is ALL she’s eating right now. We might be able to slowly introduce the occasional treat back into her diet, but no more bones or human food. She’s acting like her normal self, which is great. But now she sits forlornly at Mike’s feet while he eats, praying for something to miss his mouth and hit the ground. Meanwhile, I could throw an entire plate of my diabetic food on the ground (believe me, I’ve thought about it) and she’d sniff it disdainfully. Whatever, Rigby.
Speaking of diabetic food, my body isn’t digging it. At first I cut out too many carbs (I am actually supposed to have a certain amount of carbs every day) so I wasn’t getting proper nutrition. So I introduced carbs back into my diet, and my blood sugar was too high. So today, Dr. Risky started me on an oral medication to help with my blood sugar called Glyburide. I have seriously lost count of how many medications I’ve been on during this pregnancy. I’ve also lost weight on my diabetic diet, but it doesn’t seem to be adversely effecting Binky’s growth. She is still gigantic, and so am I.
My stomach is 46 inches around, so only up about half an inch from a couple weeks ago, but my stomach is taller (if that makes sense) and all around large. Binky’s breech position has explained a lot of the discomfort I’ve been feeling. I don’t have the bladder pressure but my ribs are screeeeaaaaming. She loves to bang her little head into my rib cage, and I’m pretty sure she’s made it her goal to burrow under my ribs. It must be really comfortable there.
Dr. Risky, Mike, and I talked about possible C-Section dates today. I’m not at all convinced I’ll make it to even the earliest day discussed. I know this is more my mental block on going to term, and the fact that she’s already big. I’d like to be proven wrong, though. But just in case, I have my hospital bag packed.
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Your belly looks fab. I am glad Rigby is healing nicely and I am equally glad your bag is packed. You know. Just in case xxxx
OMG you’re gorgeous!! Look at that – all baby! Am so jealous of your baby belly =) I had baby belly, back, butt, thighs, arms… urgh
Home stretch sounds so good… I can’t wait to “meet” binky! Having said that, quite happy to wait until the possible C/S dates that you were given.
So happy that Rigby is doing so much better, hear you on the stitches (and don’t think your reaction is bizarre at all regardless of how many stitches you have had… You should see me with needles – and I give blood!).
So much love and hugs your way (and to Mike, Rigby and Binky). Hope your love for each other sustains you over the coming days, weeks, months, years, lifetime.
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Your baby belly is gorgeous!! Grow Binky, grow! Poor Rigby and poor you with the diets, that sounds like a total drag. Sending you and Mike loads of love, Susan
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Love the pic! Totally hear you on the stupid gestational diabetes diet. Hate that crap.
xo from CT,
Amanda
Love that belly. I can understand why you’d have a mental block about delivery dates. Here’s hoping Binky is born as a big ol’ sumo baby with Michelin-man fat rolls all over her.
You really are in the final stretch. Hang in there, mama. xoxo
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Lolll!
Heather, I’ve been reading from the shadows for a long time now and my prayers have gone with you throughout this pregnancy. My first c/s was also an emergency and I just had my second about 10 weeks ago. I HAVE to tell you that as weird as it sounds, a scheduled c/s is peaceful and pleasant. I enjoyed every minute of it. The surgery team was talking and encouraging. My prayers are with you and I hope that you and Mike will be able to really relish Binkie’s birth.
Wrote a comment and then someone called me (yes, at 3:45 in the morning), so, as a summary: love the belly, too bad about Rigby not getting treats but the most important thing is she is healthy and will get plenty of lubbin’. You’ve done great so far, Heather, we’re all rooting and praying for you, God willing it’ll be smooth sailing!
Just seeing that belly makes my heart all warm. Yay Binky!!
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Every day that goes by that Binky stays in there, safely incubating is another day, I do a mental fist pump and jump up and down inside with happiness (makes sense to me. *LOL*) I’m SO SO happy for you guys. And I have no doubts Maddie’s already looking out for her little sister.
*insanely huge hug*
You are so close! I can’t wait to see this beautiful baby girl!!!
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She’s so BIG and you’re so gorgeous! Way to go Mamma!!
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Great belly picture! I hope the new meds help balance the tasteless diet.
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look at that healthy preggo belly!! she’s getting bigger everyday
you’ll make it to your date. you are a fighter.
Your belly is awesome! I can’t imagine how exciting it is to be planning c-section dates! That means your SOOOOO close! I can’t wait until I can plan mine!
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Look at the belly! Love it! So glad to hear Rigby is recovered. Sounds like Binky is happy and content, praying she stays in as long as possible
You have the cutest belly!! A few more weeks!! January is a month full of birthdays for me, the most special day, Jan 30th my dear grandmothers birthday! I’m convinced anyone born on that day is an angel sent from above : )
I’m also happy to hear Rigby is doing better!
Binky has proven so far that she’s quite content doing whatever she pleases (ultrasound pics, breech position), so I’m thinking she might like a few more weeks to shake and bake. LOL :0)
Here’s wishing for a few more weeks for Binky to stay inside (even though we’re all anxious to ‘meet’ her) and love to you, Mike, and the now stitch-less Rigby.
XOXO,
Nikki from GA
So happy for you and your family!
Does Binky have an official weight right now? Looking at that amazing belly, it’s hard to imagine she can get much bigger!
Sending all best wishes to you and yours ~ Leslie
Yeah for final stretches, you’re almost there
You and your pregnant belly look adorable. Hang in there and I hope your body surprises you and lets you make it as far as possible so you can get over that worry.
Love and hugs.
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Yay Rigby! And here’s hoping you make it to your latest c-section date (if your ribs can tolerate it)!
You look amazing! Merry Christmas!
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I want lil Binky to stay in there and stay all warm and get bigger and chunkier, too – but I have to say, I cannot WAIT to see the little muffin and what she looks like! I have a feeling that she is going to look just like her big sister Maddie. Of course she will be her own little person – but I can only imagine she will be just as beautiful.
You are gorgeous, Heather, and I pray every night that you make it one more day so that lil Bink is able to grow and grow!
Sending hugs!
you are too funny and looking AWESOME!
So awesome to see that big belly of yours! Time to celebrate!!
I l.o.v.e. baby bellies!!! Yours looks fabulous!! Keeping you and Binky in my thoughts. XOXO
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Holy Smokes Lady, your hair is getting LONG!
Coupla things here- I totally know what you mean about your stomach being taller. Your Belly, for the record, looks ADORABLE. Like you swallowed a basketball or something similar. Two thumbs up. Also, because you’ve been smart and packed your hospital bag? You will not go into labor. If you want to be doubly sure, I’d have it accessible at all times including any time you get into the car, put it in the trunk. Or better yet, next to you so that your uterus can not be even the slightest bit mistaken. You Will. Not. Go. Into. Labor.
And here ends my bits of highly scientific wisdom to share.
I hope you and Mike have a peaceful Christmas this year. There are so many of us out in the interwebs sending you guys and Maddie, and Binky, AND RIGBY nothing but love and support. I’ll be thinking about you guys for sure.
-xo
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I just think this is awesome, Heather.. you’ve DONE IT! Your baby is going to be healthy and strong. Your ribs and bladder, maybe not so much. Give Rigby a hug from my and my zoo..
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Oh no wait! I just remembered something else I wanted to share! You’ll love this-
When I was pregnant with Lady she had her FOOT rammed under my ribs for I can’t even remember how long anymore, but it caused my ribs on that side to stick out a little. AND THEY STAYED LIKE THAT for a time after she was born. Ugh, I used to try to push her foot out and she’d stick it right back in. Kids. Good grief. So I FEEL YOU although a head to your ribs must be vastly more uncomfortable than a wee tiny foot. So, quit it Binky. Dood, seriously.
Ok, is all! Love and peaceful Christmas to you.
-xoxo
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YAY for the final stretch!!
And I totally agree with you about the stitches thing….[[shudder]]
.-= Cathy ~ Tadpoles and Teacups´s last blog ..The Eye of the Beholder =-.
You look great!! Praying for Binky to stay in as long as possible!
Your Binky bump is absolutely marvelous!! It sounds like she is pretty cozy in there, so hopefully she won’t be making her debut anytime soon. Glad to hear Rigby is doing better!
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I had stitches one year and glue the next. I loved the glue. It does look weird though!
You look gorgeous! I look forward to the joyous day you get to meet Binky.
If I would not have seen the echo’s, I would tell you that it is twins inside… I wonder if echo’s still can decieve and hide a baby.
This might be a huge baby, and I could see why a big baby would make you and your family happy. If only Madeline would have been a bit bigger and stronger…
In Europe they sometimes turn breeched babies around in their mom’s belly, but I have no idea if they do that in the States. I had my pregnancies in the seventies so who knows what the difference is… I know that turning them around to put them head down ready for birth is a very unpleasant process for the mom, so I have no clue if they still do it or just go for a ceasarian… I am still sending good vibes for an OK kid for you and Mike and the rest of your family!
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Totally know what you mean about the rib screaming. 2 years out and it still feels twingy if I push on my sternum.
Also, loved the Binky pictures!
Love Love love the belly, Glad that rigby is better, and I too hate staples…. I never had them with my c-section I did have stiches the first time and glue the second but the stiches were disolving.
You look fabulous! And so does Binky!!!!
My tummy was measuring large with my son. As 32 weeks I measured 36 weeks, so we knew he was going to be a big boy. He was born at 33 weeks and he was 5 lbs 11 oz…in the 97th percentile for a 33 weeker!!!! They say that had I carried to term he would have been over 10 lb, so in a sense he did me a favour by coming early! Because he was a big boy, he came out pretty healthy and just needed to stay in the NICU for 4 weeks to grow and learn to suck.
Your 32 weeks now… and I’m pretty confident that you’re worrying unnecessarily (but naturally so) and that Binky will stay put at least for a few more weeks. But should she be too impatient, I’m sure she will do well as it looks like she might be a big girl too!!!
Wishing you all the best and thinking good thoughts daily to keep that little Binky in place.
I love baby bellies!! So cute!
I’m glad to hear Rigby is on the mend. Poor puppy! AND to add insult to injury, she’s cut off from human food?! Oh the horror!
At any rate, feel free to post more pics of Rigby. My doggy fever is at an all-time high. Ha ha!
They can use glue for c-sections? That’s amazing! I had 4 sections and got staples every time. Very weird. Looks totally painful, but I didn’t even know they were there. Even the removal wasn’t a big deal. (This coming from a class-A, #1, big-fat-crybaby…..so they really couldn’t have been too bad.)
Hang in there!! You look fantastic…even if you don’t feel it.
PS…breech sucks. Has baby kicked you in the cervix yet? Those are good times.
Very excited for you guys. Rigby sounds so cute waiting for morsels of people food to fall to the ground
Take it easy, you are almost there!!!!
Heather! Your belly is too cute! I was thought to have GD for about two months before taking the tolerance test. I was on the diabetic diet also, it’s NO FUN! I lost wieght as well! I’m so sorry you have to deal with this mess on top of everything else. Binky is almost here!!! I can’t wait to meet her!
I feel honored to follow your story and cheer you on! Your strength is very admirable.
xoxo,
Marian
Just look at that beautiful belly!!! All of my babies came early. They were all in the “full term” range (actually, I went into labour with my youngest son at 35 wks, 6 days. As soon as midnight hit and I technically turned into 36 weeks preg, the nurse looked at me and said “Okay…thanks to midnight, you are now full term and b/c of that, you can have your baby in a birthing suite). My son was born 4 hours later…6’9 19.5 inches. He scored 10 + 10 on his apgar scores.
I was happy to go a little eariler for all of them and that is what I wish for you!!!! I hope you have a wonderful Christmas and enjoy your belly while it last!
My Best,
Jenn
Ohhhh, you’re so beautiful!!
I’m glad Rigby is feeling better.
*squidge*
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Just wanted to get your opinion. At my OB appointment yesterday my belly measured 30 weeks gestation (i was 31 weeks 6 days) he said not to be concerened but you know how it is after you’ve had a preemie. So i measured my belly all the way around when i got home (i do this every so often) and it was 2 inches bigger then 3 weeks ago. So that shows good growth right? Maybe the baby was just laying weird when he measured? It just seems weird that on u/s my daughter has been 75% for size but yet my tummy was measuring small yesterday….
.-= Kim´s last blog ..Let’s get to work! =-.
You and your belly are so beautiful!!! =)
Stitches (and staples) always make me quite quesy… glad I’m not the only one! Glad to hear Rigby is on the mend, though!
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You look awesome! I was just a frumpy mess when I was prego. You are adorable.
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Beautiful bellah!!
HUGS from Florda
GORGEOUS!!! Heather, I am UNREASONABLY excited about this baby. I only know you online and you have no idea who I am but I’m just so stinkin’ excited to “meet” Binky.
My second one was breech and I remember those painful ribs. I also know about the crappy food thanks to GD. The doc that did my C-section used staples but they came out before I went home and then I had some weird tape on there for awhile. I vote for glue!
Be well, Mama Spohr!
I’m glad poor Rigby is doing better! Forlorn pups are always sad to see around the house.
And you look beautiful! I’m sorry the diabetic diet isn’t helping much– my brother swears by mozzarella string cheese, turkey jerky, and a bit of salsa for a snack. High protein but not tasteless. Beetus on top of pregnancy nausea has got to be one of the worst in the world.
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Wow that is a super sweet baby belly! You look GREAT!
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*doing a little happy dance* you’re gonna make it all the way, baby!!!
And, you know… I guess it’s lucky you waited too long to get those dog can food stitches, and had to have glue. Imagine licking your finger and accidentally having stitches in your MOUTH.
xoxo
.-= Andrea’s Sweet Life´s last blog ..Out-Smarting Santa =-.
Thank you for the Rigby update–I’d been wondering how she was doing too–what can I say, you not only have adorable babies, you have an adorable doggy.
And, I’m right there with you on the staples–a few years ago my husband shattered his ankle, and he wanted me there for all the follow up stuff–having been through all things medical (I thought) I said sure—and felt WAYYYY too close to fainting when those staples had to come out–he’d been in a cast. I hadn’t really seen them…and suddenly here we all were…and the floor was getting suspiciously close to my head. At which time I decided sitting further away was a good idea.
So excited to hear Binky is doing well and hopefully you don’t get tired of hearing from all of us you don’t know but who do care and wait for every update–I kid you not–you’re the first website I visit every morning hoping all is well.
Ohhhh your belly – it is sooo beautiful! Thank you for the picture, I think you look fantastic. I’m sorry you are uncomfortable, but you look fab! Hoping the last few weeks of looking like this go smoothly for you and Binky.
So happy to hear Rigby is doing well too!
Thinking of you & your family from across the country,
Michele in Staten Island, NY
.-= Michele (Momma Lioness)´s last blog ..Baked =-.
Grow Binky, GROW!! That baby burrowing into your ribs is a feeling you never forget…mine both attempted to kick their way out via my ribcage (no wonder I had to have c-sections!)
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I remember when my son got his foot stuck up in my ribs. That was terrible and FREAKY to look at.
Also? WTH Heather?! You JUST told me that you were pregnant like yesterday, how is it almost time??! <3
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Big? You think that’s big? It may feel it but by the time I’d reached 34 weeks with both of mine I had a shelf at the top! Perfect for the cup of tea
By the time I’d reached 40 weeks with number 2 I’d developed a box, not bump. It went straight out at 90 deg from my pelvis up in a large curve and back in at the top at 90 deg, with a ledge that was a perfect size to rest a small plate on.
Both babies were a nice 7 1/2 lb each (ish).
You’ve plenty of space left for that little girl and given she’s upside down she is probably determined to stay there for duration.
aww your belly is so cute it must be so nice to hug and kiss
.-= Stephanie In Canda´s last blog ..Christmas Quiz =-.
You’re sooooo cute! You are definitely carrying a girl! I’m so excited for you that you’re close enough to begin talking about the schedule for a C-section. YAY! It sounds like she’s pretty cozy in there, so I wouldn’t be surprised at all if you made it to term with her.
This is getting exciting!
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I CANNOT WAIT TO RUB YOUR BELLY AND TOUCH BABY AUNTIE BECKY. HOLY SHIT ARE YOU BIG.
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Staples freak me out too! Don’t like stitches but staples…….yikes! I am so glad I’m done with babies because that means the thread of stitches & staples are done. I was lucky enough to have my kids vaginally. Of course, I was in labor for about 24 hours with my first and about 18 with my second……oh well.
Good luck and I’m praying you make it to your due date.
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You are adorable! Omg, love your baby belly.
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I’m lovin’ the belly peeking out from under your shirt!
Yeah for Rigby healing well!
And here’s to making it to that first c-section date!
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I’m with you on that diabetic diet. The other night we took our 14 year old out for his birthday dinner to a scrummy Italian restaurant and all Hubs could really eat that wasn’t carbolicious was grilled chicken breast and salad.
He couldn’t even really enjoy the Kaluah chocolate fondue for dessert. Diabetes “sucks donkey balls”, as my teen would say.
I tend to agree.
Hope the next few weeks go smoothly for you!
Your belly looks to be all BINKY!
Glad to hear that Rigby is feeling better! Praying Binky stays put as long as she can… the longer the better 
Binky is close to your ribs because she wants to hear your heart beating.
Smart girl, staying close by mama’s heart. I bet Maddie told her to do that.
Your belly looks great, good for you Heather, you deserve a pat on the back, a huge hug and both of you deserve the Medal of Freedom!
Merry Christmas somehow in your household this year.
Keep growing, Binky girl!! Glad Rigby’s healing. Stitches ARE gross! I had staples with my c-section. It looked like a smile with braces. Then they took them out nad put on steri-strips and it looked like that dude that sings on the muppets, minus the gold tooth. Sorry your diet food sucks. It’s SO worth it, though! Good going, Mama!
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Like everyone else is saying,,,,,,,your belly looks fabulous, Heather, and I know that there is one positively gorgeous little sister in there. My heart and thoughts go out to you & Mike this holiday season.
I still love that bump, yay Binky! Are you having a baby weight pool? I have my pick ready to go. I am so happy Rigby is better and back to her old self. Happy for you all the way around. Job well done there mommy.
Now THAT is a beautiful belly!
Didn’t read any comments above but maybe some complex carbs would be okay? Like brown rice? Though I am sure you have been eating that already.
You look great- I read daily though I don’t post often- I’m sending good thoughts, prayers, and vibes your way
Have a wonderful holiday!
1st off, you look fabulous….
my daughter was born at 34 weeks via c-section in Aug of 2007….she is fine, just like any kid born at 40 weeks…you are almost there
pulling for you & mike
I took Glyburide too.
A little bit at night since I couldn’t get my fasting under 100 (probably due to my excessive fatness LOL). I’m just at 5′ and by 32 weeks, I look like a belly with a head on top, so I feel you’re pain.
Oh, and I wish I’d continued the diabetic diet after pregnancy, as I lost weight during pregnancy too.
Congrats on the final stretch and here’s hoping you make the c/s date.
Heather, just gotta say you are so FUNNY! Wishing you get more happy days than sad ones. One year from now your world will be so different, and hopefully your diet! We’re all pulling for you and Binky and Mike and Rigby.
Catch you tomorrow!
What is the “diabetic diet?” I’ll google it if you don’t have a chance to elucidate. It sounds icky.
Wishing you, Mike, Binky, Rigby, and Maddie up in heaven a Merry Christmas!
.-= Lynn from For Love or Funny´s last blog ..O Holy Night =-.
I lost 10 in my last 5 weeks of pregnancy thanks to the diabetic diet. Although, I was also on bedrest (high BP, irritable uterus, and GD…pregnancy was SO FUN!), so some of that weight loss could have been due to muscle loss.
Your belly is cute!
Your belly is cute! I’m huge this time too, and the little man has his head happily mashed into my rib cage as I type this. I’ve got the same mental block about making it to term. I’m just hoping to make it to 2010. I can’t handle another “surprise” December baby…
Take care.
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Oh breech babies (Izzie was one, you know, jammed up there while her sister was down so low she separated my pelvis!!).
You look AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hugs and love!
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I am a reader from Norway who wants to wish you a merry christmas. I have read your blog for a long time and I am very impressed about you as persons and familie. God bless from Ritha
You look great Mama. I love the too short tank too, it reminds me of Rachel on Friends
I am thinking of you constantly. You are almost there my friend. 34 weeks is just around the corner. Praying for that 2010 baby!
A few years ago, in the middle of winter, one of Dave’s fingers was so dry it cracked open and was bleeding and painful. He came home one day and said “Hon! I fixed it!”
He had sewn up his own finger, with a dirty needle and some random cotton he found.
Apparently I’m married to fucken Rambo.
_____
Thinking of you heaps, as always. Your belly bump made me get a lump in my throat, it is THAT beautiful.
XOXOXOXOXOXO
Your belly is adorable
And I hear you on stitches… ew ew ew ew!!
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Wow, Heather! Your lil belly is super cute! Next time lets get a pic with your face in it
Soooo happy for you, Mike and Maddie.. Congrats!! and Merry Christmas!
Hi just wanted to send you and Rigby good thoughts to get you through to the end! We are all waiting to “meet” Binky!
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Such a cute belly. ;o) And already 32 weeks in: I’m sure Binky will stay in there just a bit longer. Since she’s all comfy next to your ribcage and all. =D
You’re HUGE but I mean that in the best way possible. <3
.-= Jamie´s last blog ..On the 10th day before Christmas =-.
Heather,
I totally agree on the stitches thing! EW! I’ve had 3 c-sections. My first one was closed with steri-strips….which are little strips of tape. Scary that my insides were being held in with stickers, but hey…better than stitches! My other 2 were closed with glue. Once again, better than stitches!
My last baby was born 6 weeks early. A 34 week baby is scary after having 2 term babies, although, NOTHING compared to the hell you’ve been through. He had some issues, but we were only in the NICU for 7 days. I had the betamethasone injections for his lung development at 32 weeks and I swear by them. Has Dr. Risky suggested these? The main, lasting issue was his inability to breastfeed. He never learned to latch on properly, no matter how hard I tried. I ended up pumping 8 times a day and bottle feeding him for 10 months.
I pray EVERYDAY for your family. I read your blog daily. As you know, you are loved and supported by SO many people who have never met you, and I think that you are an amazing woman.
May peace be with you and Mike during this first Christmas without your Maddie. Heaven has one amazing Angel.
You look great!!! And I am so happy to read that Rigby is ok. That’s totally hilarious about her not eating your food. Well, it’s not hilarious that you have to eat that food. That pretty much sucks. … My husband cut his hand really, really bad once and wouldn’t go for stitches either. He had to go to the ER though within 24 hours because his finger was so bad. By then they wouldn’t put stitches in, but he had to go back more than once for after-care. It was a mess. … Hope the new meds get your blood sugar regulated soon. At least you and Rigby have each other to commiserate with over your rations. (((Hugs)))
Love the picture, please take of yourself.
Too sleepy to read all the comments tonight. I wanted to say (someone may have covered it) Cook baby Cook! But more so, babies “drop” as you know, and your beautiful little one doesn’t look dropped at all. Praying for full term here for you. Love to see someone proven wrong. The nerd in me and all.
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I hope you are proven wrong! Your belly looks great. I’m glad Rigby is doing well.
i think that you will be proven wrong! That belly shot is awesome, I am super jealous, my belly was always really low, never huge and just poking out there!
.-= Casey´s last blog ..’tis the season…. =-.
I’m the quiet reader-not-commenter type.
I also had an emergency c-section with my first (and only) child. It was scary as hell because the baby was in distress.
I’ve heard countless others speak highly of planned c-sections, though. Keep up the good work and we’ll meet Binky in a few more weeks!
Love,
The Midwest
My first son actually got his head stuck under my ribs at one point and he grew while there! I had a niggling ache under my ribs like when you run too much, but it got worse and worse until after about a month, I couldn’t even get up one morning and lay there crying with the pain. I hadn’t felt the baby move in a couple of days, either and was terrified something had happened to him. The midwife made a housecall and managed to work his oversized head back out from under my bones and he went bonkers, kicking and punching, thrilled to be free! So tell Binky to make sure she doesn’t wedge herself in there too tightly!
I had GD twice, most recently with the baby I had this September. I had to try Glyburide, but it plumetted my blood sugars, so I had to go to insulin:( No fun!
Your belly looks fabulous!
Hope you guys had a Merry Christmas…glad Rigby is feeling better too!
.-= Haley´s last blog ..Merry and Bright indeed =-.
I have to admit to a little bit of envy. My 27 weeker was born due to PROM. I’m currently expecting again and there isn’t a single thing I can do. No meds, no shots. Nothing, nada. I am trying to convince my OB that the shots would help but insurance is an issue. Basically, since the PROM happened with unknown cause, how can you act to prevent? I am trying to be content with appointments every 3 weeks.
Woo hoo baby bump!! Poor Rigby- but at least she’s healthy & doesn’t have crazy stones in her bladder now. I hope that Binky stays put until the very end- how awesome would that be? We’re all praying for it to happen!
Love that belly! You’re almost there. I’m so excited for you. Can’t wait to meet your sweet Binky! : ) (but I can too, if you get my drift…)
Hooray for Rigby coming home.
Hooray for beautiful magical Binky belleh.
Best wishes & *HUGS*
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