35 Weeks and a Baby Shower!

Last week Friday, my coworkers threw the sweetest shower for our little Milo. Truthfully, I lack the words to describe the gratitude and happiness I felt as we celebrated. Nothing about this pregnancy has been "normal" and I've spent a lot of time worrying instead of being fully immersed in the moment. What my coworkers did allowed me the opportunity to celebrate this miraculous little boy that I've been growing for these past 35 weeks. It is truly such an act of kindness that I will NEVER forget. 

Now that we've reached 35 weeks, we know that it will be 4 weeks or less until he's here. I'm really hoping that he will decide when to grace us with his presence, but we also understand an induction will allow for all of our medical teams to be prepared. Last week, I started having immense anxiety with the idea of having an emergency c-section if Milo would show distress, but talking to my OB, and other people in my circle have helped reassure me that it's not as scary as it sounds. I am really hoping due to his continued growth and his strength that we won't have to even consider that option, but I know we need to have our plan a, b, and c. 

Friday, we will meet with my OB for our weekly NST, and then we are also going to be meeting with NICU to make sure we are all on the same page. Next week, I will start weekly growth scans and

meeting with MFM (Maternal Fetal Medicine) in addition to our NSTs, with an induction planned at 39 weeks if all goes well. 

With the increased temperatures, and the busyness of the end of the year, I'm finding I'm a bit swollen. I'm hoping that it is just a fluke, but also continuing to monitor my blood pressure and watch for any other symptoms of pre-eclampsia. Since I had it with Ryleigh, I know that I'm at a risk of having it again. It's also common in pregnancies with trisomy babies. I'm grateful I know what to look out for, so if I have any concerns, we know what to do! 

Thank you for all the love, support, and messages as we navigate this pregnancy. We continue to be blown away by our village. We would not be here without you!