Not ready! UPDATED in OP

[TxCat]

Well, my amniotic fluid level/AFI is dropping and my OB is threatening to do my c-section this Friday (37 weeks), if my fluid drops lower by my Friday OB appointment. At least I'll be term, but I'm not ready, for all stupid reasons! Didn't get my hair cut/highlighted in time (appt. next week), haven't set up the bassinet and Rock-n-Play yet (realize this can be done in less than an hour, but still), haven't yet done the make-ahead food to freeze and have ready when I come home and in the first few weeks, didn't get my new PJs yet, etc. All totally stupid reasons, but still I'm freaking out a little bit. I'm hoping that some intensive rest and hydration the next three days will delay delivery at least another week.


*** today is the day apparently. Fluid is too low to keep going. At least I got my haircut and highlights yesterday!

*** update 2 - delivery went well but baby girl is in NICU now because her oxygen saturation kept falling. She's getting CPAP O2 and an IV for sugar water (can't feed while she is on CPAP). Sad and stressed that she's not with me, that we can't nurse, and that I don't know how long this will be for.

[georgiegirl]

Yikes! How scary and exciting all at once.

[sarahsthreads]

Oh, lots of hugs! I don't think any of those things are stupid.

If it were me, first thing tomorrow I'd call the salon and ask if there's *any* way you can get in before Friday - a cancellation, or maybe your stylist would be willing to come in a bit early or stay a bit late to accommodate you? Because you want to feel good about yourself and it's going to be a while before you're up to going out and doing that after baby arrives!

Then I'd get my bag packed, including going out and getting my new PJs. Or if you can order them with two-day shipping from somewhere, do that with your feet up! (While drinking your water!)

Unless there's something specific you wanted to make ahead for food, I'd just lay in a bunch of boxes of pasta and/or some fast & easy things like taco makings. We didn't really freeze anything ahead, and it was OK. We might not have eaten any three-course gourmet meals, but between DH and I we managed to make enough reasonable dinners to not be ordering pizza every night.

And then when your DH gets home from work tomorrow, have him set up the bassinet and Rock-n-Play. If necessary, pull out the tears and/or pregasaurus.

In the meantime, I'll keep my fingers crossed that you'll get your extra week!

Sarah

[SnuggleBuggles]

Very best of luck!!

[Philly Mom]

Oh, lots of hugs! I don't think any of those things are stupid.

If it were me, first thing tomorrow I'd call the salon and ask if there's *any* way you can get in before Friday - a cancellation, or maybe your stylist would be willing to come in a bit early or stay a bit late to accommodate you? Because you want to feel good about yourself and it's going to be a while before you're up to going out and doing that after baby arrives!

Then I'd get my bag packed, including going out and getting my new PJs. Or if you can order them with two-day shipping from somewhere, do that with your feet up! (While drinking your water!)

Unless there's something specific you wanted to make ahead for food, I'd just lay in a bunch of boxes of pasta and/or some fast & easy things like taco makings. We didn't really freeze anything ahead, and it was OK. We might not have eaten any three-course gourmet meals, but between DH and I we managed to make enough reasonable dinners to not be ordering pizza every night.

And then when your DH gets home from work tomorrow, have him set up the bassinet and Rock-n-Play. If necessary, pull out the tears and/or pregasaurus.

In the meantime, I'll keep my fingers crossed that you'll get your extra week!

Sarah

ITA. Call and tell your stylist why you need to get in. Pizza, take out, trader joes, wf, are your friends. Use them. Good luck!!

[bostonsmama]

I agree...TJs' frozen entrees are the next best thing to "I made it ahead and froze it," b/c honestly you can't get as few ice crystals as they get in-factory when flash-freezing food. I never made a single thing ahead before DD came, and I don't think I'll be doing it when DS arrives this fall. Defrosting massive entrees and casseroles takes too much forethought!

Ditto calling the salon...although I KNEW I was going into labor and my stylist was out that day...and I used another stylist. Not my favorite hair cut, but I gave birth 8 hours after I left the salon...and my hair was pretty sleek and smooth by day 2 even after some intense pushing.

Bummer on the jammies. Hugs. That sucks. I'm assuming you've already ordered them and they'll take a while to arrive? Sometimes it's not worth $15 to rush the shipment of stuff...esp if you can enjoy them when you get home.

Praying your fluid levels go up...and skip the watermelon and broccoli for a while.

[TxCat]

Thanks for all the support ladies!

Ok, RnP is out of its box (finally!) and set up. Bassinet/cosleeper is halfway there - set up, just need to wash the liner tomorrow morning while I'm at work. Of course, we have no actual crib right now - our handyman picked it up today to repaint before the baby arrived. (Crazy pregnancy nesting - I couldn't deal with looking at all the chips and scratches anymore).

Called my hair stylist early this evening - while totally sweet and understanding, she's going on vacation Thursday -Sunday and I'm at work all day tomorrow. I'm going to have to accept my dark roots if this baby comes on Friday. Hopefully I can find some good way to minimize it for pictures.

I didn't make anything to freeze in advance last time, and I sort of regretted it because I just ended up eating lots of pb&j and oatmeal the first few weeks! I haven't checked out the two TJs that opened up here last year, but it sounds like now is the time. I have Thursday off, so I'll try to tackle that then.

The PJs - I have to talk to DH about - my bday is next week and they were on my bday list. Maybe now an early bday present?

Thanks again ladies for talking me off of my crazy ledge! You would think I would have learned to be better prepared the second time around.

[TxCat]

Praying your fluid levels go up...and skip the watermelon and broccoli for a while.

I've been eating watermelon the last couple of weeks. I figured it was high water content and nothing too scary. What am I missing??

[Nemesia]

I don't think you're crazy at all... I'd be feeling the same way! Glad you got some things on your to-do list accomplished, or partially accomplished. I would definitely check out Trader Joe's if you have time. They have some lovely prepared foods, both to tuck in your fridge and your freezer.

Good luck!

[georgiegirl]

Definitely go to trader Joes to get some frozen meals. That's my plan. Sorry that you can get in with your stylist. Is crazy how your little one might be here in a few days. At least you don't have to worry about your DH wanting to go to the mall with your mom while you are in the hospital...lol.