Last Friday (Nov. 30), I had my 40 week doctor's appointment. At this time, she realized that I lost centimetres in my measurements again (for the third consecutive week). I am only measuring 36.5 cm., which is outside of the normal 2 cm +/- each side. She thinks that I might be losing fluid and this could be the explanation, but is not sure. She tried getting me in for an ultrasound, but the earliest would be Thursday or Friday of this week, which was too late. So instead, I have been sent for numerous non-stress tests and the Misericordia Hospital to monitor the little one and make sure he's alright. I had to go on Friday for one after my appointment with her and everything was fine. He was rather sleepy at first, so the heartbeat was not "reactive", as they like to see. I had to turn over onto my side and then he was much better. Today's test was quite long (about 45 minutes on the monitor), but everything was excellent. A very reactive heartbeat and several movements were exactly what they were looking for. I go back on Wednesday morning for another appointment and then see the doctor on Thursday morning if I haven't gone into labour by then. At this time, she will do induction papers, which will be next Monday if things don't happen on their own. It seems like a very long time to wait, but I guess it's neat to know that one way or another, in one week, he'll be here!
Hope everyone is doing well and is staying warm! I'm convinced that the weather is why he doesn't want to come out yet!! Take care!
Lesley
xoxo
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