Sorry...can I vent again?

sanae78

Seriously.  My ute is playing mind games with me.  I had consistent contractions 6-8 min apart for about 12 hours yesterday/last night.  They weren't terribly painful, but worse than menstrual cramps and I felt really achy in my back and hips.  Decided I'd try to get some sleep and apparently they went away, or at least decreased enough that nothing woke me up.  I got up this morning and started having more, about 6 min apart.  Took a nap and noticed some while I was napping but they were probably 15 min apart.  Why the heck isn't this progressing into active labor?!?!?!  Gah!  I thought for sure last night they'd get stronger and closer together. 

I've decided I need some retail therapy.  Gonna head to the mall and WALK and shop.  Walking and just being upright seems to really trigger my contractions so it better DO SOMETHING.  Seriously, this is really starting to frustrate me, especially because the contractions are really uncomfortable now and I don't want to have to feel them for days before this baby finally decides to evacuate.

Ok.  Vent over.  Thanks.   

jaysgirljulie

You poor girl! Sounds like you're getting even closer. Hopefully shopping will do the trick. Keep us updated :-)

mrspresley

i'm sorry. all i can say is i know how you feel.  remember how i was having tons of contractions close together and went to the ob, convinced i was dilated and ready to go (and was still just a fingertip dilated)?? yeah, it sucks...but it sounds like your body is definitely getting into gear...the more painful contractions are definitely "real" contractions so that is a great sign.  any time now!

redshoegirl

Ugh hon, I'm sorry - you must be so frustrated! But like Jaime said, it sounds like your body is DEFINITELY getting ready to bring on the show...so hang in there, it can't be too much farther away!

lisakeiko

Retail therapy sounds good to me. Maybe your little girl is hoping to get one more cute outfit before she decides to join us. =P

HulaLove

It won't be much longer (I know that doesn't make you feel better!).  Your body is getting ready. 

Have you thought about accupuncture?

day-z

Just wanted to wish you a safe and easy delivery; it sounds like you'll be going through active labor soon.

SirenSong

Awww hon, I can understand your frustration. Retail therapy sounds gooooood, maybe get some body creams and other 'spa' like items and go home and have a little spa day. Apply a facial mask, lay in a yummy smelling bath, whilst reading a good book.

You know, that kinda thing. It'll be a while before you get to be so luxurious again so use this time to indulge girly!  Heed what I say!!! Haha.

I know this is pointless to say and will be hard for ya to do, but I can't say it enough....try to relax, honey. What will be, will be. 

 

 

myday1708

At least you CAN go to the mall and walk! We are snowed in again after a blizzard in DC! Imagine going into labor and the roads are covered in 2 feet of snow! (At least we are walking distance to a hospital -- but I can't imagine what would happen if you go into labor and can't get to one in time!)

sanae78

Haven't made it to the mall yet but the contractions are getting more intense and about 6 min apart. Hoping it continues and this is the real deal!

SirenSong

Fingers crossed for you! Maybe you'll have bub on your due date!

mrs.winter

Oh I hope they are the real deal. It will happen soon enough:-)

KShiz

SirenSong:

Awww hon, I can understand your frustration. Retail therapy sounds gooooood, maybe get some body creams and other 'spa' like items and go home and have a little spa day. Apply a facial mask, lay in a yummy smelling bath, whilst reading a good book.

You know, that kinda thing. It'll be a while before you get to be so luxurious again so use this time to indulge girly!  Heed what I say!!! Haha.

I know this is pointless to say and will be hard for ya to do, but I can't say it enough....try to relax, honey. What will be, will be. 

 

 

 

This! I know it must be frustrating for you.  Personally since E was a premmie I never had the chance to do the waiting game. But this time is going to pass in a blink of an eye.  Someone told me once that taking care of the baby inside is much easier than outside...how true it is  

sanae78

Still at home. Never made it to the mall but the contractions are getting worse just not closer together. I feel it mostly in my hips and upper thighs though. And just some tightening in my belly. I definitely wouldn't be able to sleep through these so they better start getting closer together! I don't wanna go and get sent home! Won't head out till they're less than 5 min apart for an hour.

vanceandlori

Looks like I won't need to update everyone, Christine! You're already updating everyone from home! Your little one might make her entrance on her due date!

sanae78

Now that I have an iPhone I can nest from l&d. Haha. Not sure I will though.

SirenSong

Yep, here I am throwing unsolicited advice but...can't help it...

Try to labour as much as you can at home.

Get hubby to call the hospital every now and then and they will let ya know (and you will probably know) when it's time to start making your way in.

Married2MrWright

ooh mama!  Gettin' close!  Walk, walk, walk and walk somemore.  And maybe some sexy time?  That's get things progressing!  Hang in there, it won't be long now!