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So I’m going to begin my trek to town to get to the hospital.
If I lived a mere 5 minutes from the maternity ward, I’d stay home much longer. But I have rush-hour traffic starting up soon on a 1.5 hr route that includes a tunnel and a bridge both of which routinely block up with some sort of road rage multi-car pileup.
It’s almost 6 am here and I’m rather tired as I couldn’t sleep last night and at 1 am I decided to finally pack my bag to bring to the hospital. (I tend to procrastinate about these things.)
I’ve been having these minor contractions for the last day or so and they are getting much stronger… owwww… one is happening right now. Of course, I’ve been too disorganized to time them… I’m really not a pro at this whole pregnancy and birth thing.
Okay, that contraction is over now.
So, perhaps I’m jumping too soon to hit the road, but my biggest nightmare is giving birth in a traffic jam. At least this way I should hopefully make it safely to the hospital, even if they do turn me away. If that’s the case, I’ll go shopping at the mall or something and walk around trying to get this baby moving. It’s time for her to come out and meet us all!
I’ll have Janice keep you all updated if anything related to serious labor begins.
(ps. I’d love your prayers that this delivery goes smoothly.)
UPDATE: This is Janice – I am just heading out to the hospital now. (Yes, Olivia is going to be at her cousin’s birth!) The last time we heard from Susan (an hour or two ago) her contractions were five minutes apart and she was only 3cm dilated. But since it takes so long to get into the city, I am going to leave now. I will update when I get home after Sophia arrives. Thanks for all your prayers and support!
Sarah says
I am praying now…even though I may have missed the labor part…
Dear Lord, I pray that you would wrap your loving arms around Susan. I pray that labor is going well…progressing…and that there is minimal pain 🙂 I pray that you will give her peace, and that all goes well. I pray that as little Sophia enters the world, you will give her strength, and help her to be healthy. I pray that there are no complications. I pray that you will be with both of them through recovery, bonding time, and the first few days of birth/post partum. I pray that you will be with everyone helping her. I pray for little Sophia that she will come to know you someday. Thank you for being such an awesome God! We praise you because, as Psalm 139:14 states: “I (Sophia) is fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I (we) know that full well.”
God bless you, Susan…and the little (BIG) miracle that God has blessed you with! He chose you for her! Happy Mommy-hood!
Tiffanie says
Your in my prayers. Hoping the labor goes smoothly!I can’t wait to see pictures!!!!
Brandie says
Praying for you and a wonderful delivery!
Rene says
Sending prayers!
casual friday everyday says
So much excitement in your family right now. Many blessings!
Sue Doe-Nim says
You’re blogging in labor?
Darlin’ you’re too much, I had the epidural inserted at 30 weeks and then I whined for 2 years straight.
Sheesh, yer setting the bar too darned high.
xoxo
Sue
P.S. Prayin’ for a pointy headed baby for ya.
Stephanie says
Sending prayers and thoughts your way! Can’t wait to “meet” your little one.
Amanda says
praying for a fast and easy delivery!! YAY babies!
Jenna says
Hope all is well! Blessings!
Danielle says
Praying for you and little baby Sophia. Can’t wait to see pictures of the newest arrival!
~Danielle 🙂
Crunchy Domestic Goddess says
thinking of susan today.
hugs to all,
amy
Pamela Kramer says
Hurray!!!!!
So excited and can’t wait to see her. Keep us posted and The Happy Panda staff is praying for a safe and swift delivery.
Paula says
Here’s prayers for a happy delivery!
Dawn says
how exciting! I have goosebumps! 🙂
Fifi says
You go girl….. that thought of giving birth in traffic would scare the bejeebers out of me too!!!!!!
All the best…… I love your blog!
Cole's Mama says
GOOD LUCK!
Lynne says
Best wishes for a smooth trip to the hospital and an even smoother delivery! 😀
Lu says
Sounds like you’re having a baby this weekend! 🙂 Congrats, good luck and lots of prayers coming your way!
Spencer at pinkbluecafe.com says
All the best Susan!
Spencer at pinkbluecafe.com
The Wooden Porch says
I’ll be praying for you! Yippie!!! 🙂
Carey says
Praying for a quick and smooth delivery once you get to the hospital. Im so excited for you!
Kandy Smith says
Loads of prayers and gentle hugs for you! praying for a quick, safe, and happy delivery 🙂
Melissa R. Garrett says
Woo-Hoo!! I have been waiting for this moment (as have you all, I imagine)! Definitely thinking of you 🙂
Tiffany Harper says
Praying for a quick, safe and easy delivery!!!! Congrats!!!
Shera says
I truly hope that today is the day for you! I will be praying for a smooth delivery of a healthy baby Sophia!
Heather says
PRayers for you from me too! CAn’t wait to meet her!
Jennifer says
Good Luck!! Praying you get there without incident!
Briana says
Praying for you now. I hope congrats are in order by the end of the day. 🙂
Heather says
Praying–and if all goes well your little one will be born on my son’s 6th birthday! 🙂
Beth F. says
oh wow! Best of luck and many prayers! I can’t wait to “meet” the little one!
Deb - Mom of 3 Girls says
Oh that’s great news – I pray that everything goes smoothly for you and little Sophia arrives safely and soon! 🙂
Jess says
Praying….congrats!! Hope this is it!
Wendy says
Praying for a safe and easy delivery for you and your precious little one. Woohoo!
Kari says
oooo how exciting
Praying all goes smoothly!
ktjrdn says
So excited for you. i hope everything goes wonderfully!
ChupieandJsmama says
Best wishes for speedy, pain free delivery! Prayers and hugs going out your way!!
Summer says
I hope the baby comes soon!
Heather says
Prayers and easy labor wishes for you!
Doll Clothes Girl says
Good Luck!
Capturing Today says
Prayers for you and yours and a safe delivery for mom and baby!
Adventures In Babywearing says
WOO HOO! Saying prayers!!
Steph
Laura says
Prayers being said. I hope today is the day!!
heather says
Praying that you have a smooth delivery and that mom and baby are fine!
Erin says
woohoo! congrats! Hopefully with the travel time you will get there in enough time to be comfortable and bring that little baby into the world quickly! ((Hugs)) Good Luck!
Ruth :) says
HOORAY!!! Prayers and thoughts with you guys today!!
Kathleen says
Go Susan! Go Susan! Go Susan!
Tina says
Oh my gracious!! Yay! Yay! Yay!
((((HUGS)))) and prayers being sent up for you and your girl!!!
Cats~Goats~Quotes says
Prayers and gentle ((Hugs)) coming your way!