rockergirrl responded September 19, 2007 at 11:55AM

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That is so exciting. Just don't get to freaked out. The baby could still take some time to come. The cervix starts to thin and dilate on its own before labor actually begins. Labor technically does not begin until regular uterine contractions opening and thinning the cervix. Some people walk around for weeks thinning and dilating without knowing it unless they get an internal exam. I am not trying to be a downer - just trying to help manage expectations. Of course it could also mean he could come much sooner too.

  nadaplum responded September 19, 2007 at 12:06AM

  

I do have some contractions; they are about 15-20 minutes apart. My midwife said this would be stage one of labor. And once my contractions are about 5-7 minutes apart, then I need to rush to the hospital. This is my second baby. I deliver very fast. Last pregnancy I went from being 1 centimeter to having my water break to having my daughter 3 hours later. So hopefully my water breaks soon:)

  vtmomof2 responded September 19, 2007 at 12:11AM

  Life is crazy but wonderful.

You're lucky, I walked around with contractions, and being effaced and dilated for 2 weeks for each kid. It sounds like you have everything.

  rockergirrl responded September 19, 2007 at 12:15AM

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That is great! Things are moving along then. I had super quick labors. Three hours tops was all I felt. It was pretty much like starting in the transition part though. Keep us posted and happy birthing!!

  Sticky_Mommy responded September 19, 2007 at 12:25AM

  I love my job, it gives me a break from my kids!

Whoo HOOO!
Pads
stool softener
cabbage leaves for engorgement
nipple cream
camera
outfit for coming home for you & the babes
booze for celebrating!

  nadaplum responded September 19, 2007 at 12:29AM

  

Bags are fully packed and in the car. Not with cabbage leaves though, does that really work?? I love it!! Nipple cream, yes I still need to get that. Thank you!!

  Sticky_Mommy responded September 19, 2007 at 12:53AM

  I love my job, it gives me a break from my kids!

It worked for me, it's the cool feeling and not as harsh as an ice pack. Use fresh green cabbage leaves and cut a hole in each leaf for your nipples. Rinse and dry them before applying to your breasts and sliding them into the cups of your bra.

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  dustbunny responded September 19, 2007 at 2:45PM

  dishing the dirt, cleaning the chaos

good luck!!! welcome baby!!!

  dustbunny responded September 19, 2007 at 2:47PM

  dishing the dirt, cleaning the chaos

oh and if you can't go there with the cabbage (lol) they make great little nipple gel-pads that feel good....I mean, as good as they can feel in the situation :)

  bestmommy responded September 20, 2007 at 5:55AM

  life is beautiful so live every moment

this is so exciting...so now you are expecting him to come to this earth anytime.. dont forget to let us know and the photos...

  dhiya responded September 20, 2007 at 7:40AM

  

Wow!!I can feel the excitement in you...May God bless you with a wonderful lovely baby....All the best...

  soxmonkey responded September 21, 2007 at 10:43AM

  I'm with my child :)

Are you scared, or just glad you won't be preggers anymore? lol

  nadaplum responded September 21, 2007 at 12:20AM

  

Nah I am not scared, having babies is a piece of cake...I am tired of being pregnant and I want my body back. I need to loose all this weight; it's driving me crazy.
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