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Patricia A

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I need to borrow this thread. Well, I don't know that I need prayers...I need....I don't know what I need. In the grand scheme of things, this is small. I get that. But I need to let it out.

The calendar for the month of May in 1988 is the same as May 2016. I know this because it's a Mother's Day I will never forget. Sunday, May 8 was the last day I spoke with my mother. She was in the hospital, on a list for palliative care....but that day, I knew she would never leave the hospital. On Monday, May 9, we got "the call". I got to the hospital before she died, but just barely. She was unconscious, so though I spoke "to" her I did not speak "with" her.

Now, 2016. My daughter in law is overdue. She has had a lot of false labour. It has occasionally gotten strong enough and steady enough they thought it was real. Then it stops.

I want the baby safe and healthy....but I'd prefer not on Monday. Kind of would have preferred not the 8th either....but the 9th is worse.
Like Dana Jean says, sometimes when things like this happen it's a gift from those that we lost on that day. I have a good feeling about your grandbaby. She'll be fine happy to be here, healthy, and best of all she will be loved and cherished.
((((AnnaMarie & Family)))))
 

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I need to borrow this thread. Well, I don't know that I need prayers...I need....I don't know what I need. In the grand scheme of things, this is small. I get that. But I need to let it out.

The calendar for the month of May in 1988 is the same as May 2016. I know this because it's a Mother's Day I will never forget. Sunday, May 8 was the last day I spoke with my mother. She was in the hospital, on a list for palliative care....but that day, I knew she would never leave the hospital. On Monday, May 9, we got "the call". I got to the hospital before she died, but just barely. She was unconscious, so though I spoke "to" her I did not speak "with" her.

Now, 2016. My daughter in law is overdue. She has had a lot of false labour. It has occasionally gotten strong enough and steady enough they thought it was real. Then it stops.

I want the baby safe and healthy....but I'd prefer not on Monday. Kind of would have preferred not the 8th either....but the 9th is worse.

(((AnnaMarie)))) I bet you'll be so excited and joyful about the baby, the date won't matter at all. Let us know - I'm wondering if you've got a new grandbaby yet!
 

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Still waiting....

I know the actual date isn't important, I do. And some years I don't even think about it. I always think about my mom on Mother's Day, but I don't always think on the 9th....today's the day.

My other son's first baby was born on my mom's birthday. I thought that was nice.

My other fear is, if this baby is born tomorrow, someone in the family will post what it's an anniversary of.

~~~

Thank you all for not acting like I'm just crazy. Maybe I am....but I appreciate it not being pointed out. :D
 

Dana Jean

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Still waiting....

I know the actual date isn't important, I do. And some years I don't even think about it. I always think about my mom on Mother's Day, but I don't always think on the 9th....today's the day.

My other son's first baby was born on my mom's birthday. I thought that was nice.

My other fear is, if this baby is born tomorrow, someone in the family will post what it's an anniversary of.

~~~

Thank you all for not acting like I'm just crazy. Maybe I am....but I appreciate it not being pointed out. :D
You're far from crazy. Totally legitimate fears and feelings.
 

Neesy

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Still waiting....

I know the actual date isn't important, I do. And some years I don't even think about it. I always think about my mom on Mother's Day, but I don't always think on the 9th....today's the day.

My other son's first baby was born on my mom's birthday. I thought that was nice.

My other fear is, if this baby is born tomorrow, someone in the family will post what it's an anniversary of.

~~~

Thank you all for not acting like I'm just crazy. Maybe I am....but I appreciate it not being pointed out. :D
Ya - you are nutz - definitely certifiable, but...

We luvs ya man!
;):m_loveu:

Let us know how the birth goes!
 

Becks19

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Still waiting....

I know the actual date isn't important, I do. And some years I don't even think about it. I always think about my mom on Mother's Day, but I don't always think on the 9th....today's the day.

My other son's first baby was born on my mom's birthday. I thought that was nice.

My other fear is, if this baby is born tomorrow, someone in the family will post what it's an anniversary of.

~~~

Thank you all for not acting like I'm just crazy. Maybe I am....but I appreciate it not being pointed out. :D
Sending you tons of hugs and calming vibes. Prayers being said for a safe delivery.
 

AnnaMarie

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Less than a week to go. The mid-wife agreed to induce at about 1 1/2 weeks over due. Normally she would wait a full two weeks, but that would mean inducing the day before the daddy graduates. Since all the signs are showing ready (baby dropped, cervix dilating and thin) I agree it's safe....not that they need my approval, lol.

But I jump whenever my phone rings.
 

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Less than a week to go. The mid-wife agreed to induce at about 1 1/2 weeks over due. Normally she would wait a full two weeks, but that would mean inducing the day before the daddy graduates. Since all the signs are showing ready (baby dropped, cervix dilating and thin) I agree it's safe....not that they need my approval, lol.

But I jump whenever my phone rings.
Best wishes to everyone for a safe, easy childbirth, and healthy baby!
 

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Less than a week to go. The mid-wife agreed to induce at about 1 1/2 weeks over due. Normally she would wait a full two weeks, but that would mean inducing the day before the daddy graduates. Since all the signs are showing ready (baby dropped, cervix dilating and thin) I agree it's safe....not that they need my approval, lol.

But I jump whenever my phone rings.
Whew - you're in the clear! My vote is for tomorrow or Friday - I like prime numbers and I really really like 13. Would you think Friday the 13th a bad omen? I don't. I think it would be a super special birthday.

Just a small note of thanks be to God. My niece, she's 8 now, was diagnosed with Stage 2 Neuroblastoma when she was 3. It was harrowing. Her life saving surgery was performed at St. Jude on Friday, May 13th, 5 years ago. That place is something else - just brilliant and amazing! So all her annual scans have come back perfect - she's celebrating 5 years cancer free. All good news.
 

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Whew - you're in the clear! My vote is for tomorrow or Friday - I like prime numbers and I really really like 13. Would you think Friday the 13th a bad omen? I don't. I think it would be a super special birthday.

Just a small note of thanks be to God. My niece, she's 8 now, was diagnosed with Stage 2 Neuroblastoma when she was 3. It was harrowing. Her life saving surgery was performed at St. Jude on Friday, May 13th, 5 years ago. That place is something else - just brilliant and amazing! So all her annual scans have come back perfect - she's celebrating 5 years cancer free. All good news.
Very good news.
 

AnnaMarie

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Whew - you're in the clear! My vote is for tomorrow or Friday - I like prime numbers and I really really like 13. Would you think Friday the 13th a bad omen? I don't. I think it would be a super special birthday.

Friday the 13th doesn't bother me I have no idea how the parents would be about it. Anything in Mohawk beliefs about it?

Was talking to her today. Last week, she was upset at the thought of having the baby on Friday the 13th. This week, she was willing to schedule induction that day. Lol

She's not being induced tomorrow...but she is willing.

She does have to go for an ultrasound tomorrow. Apparently, these days, when you are overdue they check the baby's movement, heartrate, amniotic fluid.
 

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Was talking to her today. Last week, she was upset at the thought of having the baby on Friday the 13th. This week, she was willing to schedule induction that day. Lol

She's not being induced tomorrow...but she is willing.

She does have to go for an ultrasound tomorrow. Apparently, these days, when you are overdue they check the baby's movement, heartrate, amniotic fluid.

I'm glad she's going tomorrow. Bet they will induce anyway. Hang in. So stressful for you! (and everyone!)
 

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Was talking to her today. Last week, she was upset at the thought of having the baby on Friday the 13th. This week, she was willing to schedule induction that day. Lol

She's not being induced tomorrow...but she is willing.

She does have to go for an ultrasound tomorrow. Apparently, these days, when you are overdue they check the baby's movement, heartrate, amniotic fluid.
Prayers
 

HollyGolightly

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Was talking to her today. Last week, she was upset at the thought of having the baby on Friday the 13th. This week, she was willing to schedule induction that day. Lol

She's not being induced tomorrow...but she is willing.

She does have to go for an ultrasound tomorrow. Apparently, these days, when you are overdue they check the baby's movement, heartrate, amniotic fluid.
:love_heart:Prayers for your daughter in law and baby! That's funny - when you get to those very last uncomfortable days of pregnancy, any day will do just fine. My youngest was breech and a scheduled c-section. The days the doctor could do it were Aug 19th or Aug 25th. I had just a moment's hesitation at 19 because of reading all the SK books. But then I realized that me and both of my girls would have prime number birthdays and the thought waiting 6 more days was unbearable.