I’m honestly not sure which is more excruciating: waiting for H. to decide when he’s going to show up, or waiting for GB’s Bar exam results.
The stress in my house is like an almost tangible third person.
I’ll take my last Nifedipine at 4am. My sister is predicting that H. will arrive this weekend. I don’t think so–I mean, I really, really hope not–but you never know. I’m definitely feeling crampy and kind of off in general. And my feet are suddenly swelling.* Related? Relevant? I have no idea. Guess we’ll see.
*Yes, of course I had the total pre-eclampsia freakout when I noticed my feet swelling today. But I don’t think my hands or face are swelling much, and my blood pressure on Monday was fine–higher than it’s been, for me, but still low by most people’s standards. I’m not sure if I should go ahead and worry about this or not. I think I’ll see what they’re like in the morning. For the record, I’ve had them (the feet) elevated all day, and they’re still kind of Fred Flinstone-ish.
May 9, 2008 at 5:22 am
Swollen feet is a totally common late-pregnancy symptom, so don’t worry! Hang in there- I’ll be watching for news…
May 9, 2008 at 5:48 am
Thinking about you, luckybuzz! It’s gonna be okay, I know it will.
May 9, 2008 at 5:50 am
I’ve never been pregnant, but I do know about the wait for Bar results.:)
Sending good thoughts!!!
May 9, 2008 at 5:57 am
until it’s pitting (you push into the flesh and it leaves an indentation) I wouldn’t worry.
May 9, 2008 at 6:01 am
Just a tip – really watch your salt intake. And be careful of unknown sources. Sometimes sodium affects you a lot in late pregnancy, even if it doesn’t normally. Carbonated anything is a wicked source of sodium (Esp Perrier and Pelligrino water).
Good for you, keeping your feet up
May 9, 2008 at 6:41 am
The waiting is definitely the hardest part. Once things start moving along, you just take the ride. Hang in there!!
May 9, 2008 at 7:27 am
You can do it! (wait, that is…)
May 9, 2008 at 11:11 am
Oh wow, you’ve made it past norm’s gestation now! Yay H! Hang in there sweetie and PLEASE keep us posted.