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post #1 of 81
10/2/08 at 3:54pm
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I really didn't think I would be going over due with this one, but I am. I went 13 days over due with my first and things turned out beautifully, so I am committed to letting this little one call the shots for now.
Being over due is never easy and it is discouraging at times. It is so hard not to live in a state of grump and depression when over due, but it sure doesn't help anything. So thought we could share in the adventure and try to keep our spirits up here. I feel like the Little Engine, "I think I can..." keep going.

Hugs to all of you who find yourself waiting past 40 weeks.
post #2 of 81
10/2/08 at 4:38pm
I was due yesterday but i got some good news at my midiwifes appt. I feel much more relieved after our visit yesterday. I just think of it like this, we have been pregnant for 40 wks and whats another week gonna hurt. I know that in a week or less i will be holding my little babe. So im really preparing and getting things ready because it could any day now.

Sending labor dust to all of you ladies who are overdue or just ready to have a beautiful healthy babe.
post #3 of 81
10/2/08 at 6:06pm
I'm not overdue quite yet but fully expect to go past my EDD since it's Saturday. I was induced with both my older kids so I'm used to going late. I am exhauseted and huge and really hoping this one doesn't get too much bigger than the other 2 were. I feel like he's bigger since I'm so uncomfortable but I'm hoping I can just chalk that up to old age.
post #4 of 81
10/2/08 at 6:24pm
I'm not over due yet either, but also fully expect to go past my edd! I'm feeling slightly antsy about it after the events of this past weekend (leaking, and just waiting for labor to start.. which never did, and leaking stopped). I'm getting back into the I'll probabl be 41wks before I deliver mind set and not feeling so frustrated anymore. At least we do know that they'll come eventually, eh?
post #5 of 81
10/2/08 at 6:40pm
I was also "due" yesterday, but I'm not anxious at all about having this little one. I really enjoy being pregnant and with this being my last, it occurred to me that these are the last few days I will be pregnant for the rest of my life! Realizing that has made a big difference. I'm seriously to the point where I could handle being pregnant forever. Weird, I know. I just love feeling the baby move and enjoy what a miracle the whole process is. I would be perfectly content to go to 42 weeks, but I think it will be more like 41. I guess we'll see.

For those of you having a hard time - keep up the good spirits. It will definitely help to stay positive!
post #6 of 81
10/2/08 at 8:02pm
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Originally Posted by two_sets_of_twins View Post
I was also "due" yesterday, but I'm not anxious at all about having this little one. I really enjoy being pregnant and with this being my last, it occurred to me that these are the last few days I will be pregnant for the rest of my life! Realizing that has made a big difference. I'm seriously to the point where I could handle being pregnant forever. Weird, I know. I just love feeling the baby move and enjoy what a miracle the whole process is. I would be perfectly content to go to 42 weeks, but I think it will be more like 41. I guess we'll see.

For those of you having a hard time - keep up the good spirits. It will definitely help to stay positive!
I am not sure we will have more or not, so yes, trying to savor these last few days of pregnancy are something special.
post #7 of 81
10/2/08 at 10:38pm
The waiting is making me nuts. There were 2 other women due right at the same time I was at work and they have both already had their babies. I'm hoping for a VBAC at home this time, I was induced last time for post dates which failed and wound up w/ a c/s. I really don't want to have that happen again, so I'm really anxious to go into labor and I'm trying to get over the feeling that everyday that passes w/o labor gets me closer to a rcs.
post #8 of 81
10/2/08 at 10:45pm
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Originally Posted by covertlycrunchy View Post
The waiting is making me nuts. There were 2 other women due right at the same time I was at work and they have both already had their babies. I'm hoping for a VBAC at home this time, I was induced last time for post dates which failed and wound up w/ a c/s. I really don't want to have that happen again, so I'm really anxious to go into labor and I'm trying to get over the feeling that everyday that passes w/o labor gets me closer to a rcs.
I too have a friend due the same day...she had her baby yesterday. Ugh!: Keep going, you can get that vbac!
post #9 of 81
10/2/08 at 10:50pm
My EDD is tomorrow, so I'm not really overdue yet. But I had my 40 week appt today and got scheduled for an induction on the 10th. I really don't think things will go that long, and even if they do, I'm not sure I'd try the induction that soon (although I'm feeling so tired and huge I just might ).
post #10 of 81
10/3/08 at 1:15am
I'm on here! I'll be 2 days past tomorrow. DS was 8 days over and DD was 6 days over. Hmmm...maybe I'll be 4 days over this time (am I gaining two days with each pregnancy - hehe?)

I'm a little emotional and tired. I snapped at my kids a lot today and kept making DH do things for me (including bring me spicy indian food for dinner). Maybe the spicy food will help? Hang in there mamas!
post #11 of 81
10/3/08 at 2:03am
Only an hour left of my due date, so I will officially consider myself overdue. My due date of record isn't until Sunday though, so that gives me a little more leeway with the doctors. My next prenatal appointment is Monday, and I would be surprised if I went into labor before then, though it would be a pleasant surprise.
post #12 of 81
10/3/08 at 11:53am
I'm overdue by 3 days now (popping in from the Sept. DDC) and feeling alternately fine and really frustrated. I am trying to appreciate the quiet reflection time before my life really changes forever, but I can't wait for that change to come! Argh!
post #13 of 81
10/3/08 at 7:40pm
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Going on dates or treating yourself to something special is always fun. I think I will get a pedicure on Monday, if the baby hasn't come yet! Anyone else have any fun plans to look forward to???
post #14 of 81
10/6/08 at 6:43pm
Anyone else "due" on the 1st still pregnant with me?

As far as treating myself goes, I had a massage on my due date and since my pedicure before my Blessing Way was 2 1/2 weeks ago, I told myself that if I make it to 41 weeks I'll get another one. So now I'm actually HOPING to hold out until Wednesday! :

So does anyone else feel content to be pregnant forever or is it just me?
post #15 of 81
10/6/08 at 8:24pm
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Originally Posted by two_sets_of_twins View Post
Anyone else "due" on the 1st still pregnant with me?

As far as treating myself goes, I had a massage on my due date and since my pedicure before my Blessing Way was 2 1/2 weeks ago, I told myself that if I make it to 41 weeks I'll get another one. So now I'm actually HOPING to hold out until Wednesday! :

So does anyone else feel content to be pregnant forever or is it just me?
Me...Me...
I hope we both have our babies soon!!! How are you holding up?
I am not so content, but ok with waiting a bit more. I think I am going to demand to have my membrains stripped on Tuesday (my next appointment). Hugs!
post #16 of 81
10/6/08 at 9:29pm
I'm officially 41 weeks with no signs of labor recently. I go in to the OB's office tomorrow for the "we wanna induce you" talk. I might cancel. I've taken off of work the rest of this week because I couldn't stand the pitying looks from my coworkers but it uses all my leave, so if I don't have the baby this week I have to go back to work full time until the baby comes.

I don't think I can handle going past 42 weeks.
post #17 of 81
10/6/08 at 9:38pm
41 weeks today
post #18 of 81
10/6/08 at 11:08pm
I'm 40w4d today, and they've been after me to induce since 39w, as my BP is somewhat high. I'd really prefer for this little girl to come on her own! My BP was out of the danger zone at my NST today (133/89, still high but not OMG HIGH INDUCE INDUCE NOW kind of high), and Bridget looked wonderful, so I'm taking things a day at a time. I do wish she'd come ASAP.
post #19 of 81
10/6/08 at 11:27pm
Im 41 weeks 2 days overdue (so 9 days overdue). Ive had some practice rounds (including a 24hr one that just ended) and Im excited for it to start but handling it okay at the moment. Hang in there ladies.. you arent alone (some of us are from September hahahahaha).
post #20 of 81
10/6/08 at 11:40pm
I'm doing great. It's DH that's getting anxious. He's been pretty distant this pregnancy, but all of sudden we reconnected and he's super excited now. He's dragged me on a walk the past three or four nights and is constantly rubbing my nipples to give me contractions. I went five days over with my other singleton and I'm going on six in a few hours so I've officially beat my personal best!

But I wasn't kidding when I said I'm content being pregnant forever. I'm anxious to meet this little one, but knowing this is my last pregnancy, I know I'm going to miss it when I'm done. It's just shocking to realize it's the last few days (maybe even hours) I will be pregnant for the REST OF MY LIFE!

So hugs to all those who are having a hard time being overdue. I'm loving it!
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