Community› The Bump Month Clubs› February 2013 Moms
February 2013 Moms
New Discussion

Pregnant Forever

anncat831anncat831 member
in February 2013 Moms

39w2d.  I went to the doctor yesterday and she let me know that NOTHING is happening.  Now that I know this, I can't help but think that baby is not going anywhere and I will have to be induced in 2 weeks.  I stopped working a week ago and have run out of things to pretend I am doing! 

Any suggestions on keeping busy? What is the induction process like for those who had to go through it?

Report Reply to Post

Re: Pregnant Forever

  • nevada123nevada123
    I am 39 w 3 d, and I haven't changed in the last week either.  I am also on my 2nd week off from work, and the first week was torture.  I have been doing a lot of reading and catching up on TV shows because I know I won't have time to do this when the little one comes.  I wish I was more crafty because now would be the perfect time to get some crafting in, but I am not able to do anything of the sort.  I also walk around the mall or other stores just browsing to keep myself moving and to get out of the house. 
    Report Reply
  • Loading the player...
  • holly321holly321 member

    I know women who had no progress, and baby was born that day or the next.

    i was induced because my water broke and I didn't go into labor, all I needed was a pitocin drip, but things went rather smoothly and while it wasn't the ideal way to labor, it wasn't bad.  I had worse contractions in false labor than most I was having. 

    Report Reply
  • ThenCaliSaysThenCaliSays member
    I am in the same boat! I have been doing more shopping than anyone should.
    Report Reply
  • WinterBensonWinterBenson member
    Get on Pinterest! Lots of ideas to waste time on there! 
    BabyFruit Ticker
    Report Reply
  • tamarar5tamarar5 member
    I'm in the same boat too! Honestly, I feel like doing nothing but bursting into tears because this baby is NEVER GOING TO COME OUT!!!! After weeks and weeks of early contractions, now nothing is happening!
                    We're Going to be a Family of 5!

    Lilypie - (PaHE) Lilypie - (4noI)

                                   Lilypie - (2q9u)


    Report Reply
  • Runaway22Runaway22 member

    imagesecondaryPULSE:
    Try not to be too discouraged! You could go from no progress to baby very quickly. Hang in there. The end is the hardest!

    You and adamwife always remind us of this... and I, personally, find it VERY helpful. My OB has kind of sighed at my last two appointments. No dilation, no effacement, baby sitting high, mucus plug in tact. So, not only "no progress" from previous appointments, but "no progress" from the entire pregnancy lol

    OP, I somehow feel that I will be pregnant until I hit that 42 week mark. I really, really do lol 

    Pregnancy Ticker
    Report Reply
  • FemNik214FemNik214 member
    If you're interested in trying to help your body along go for daily walks, sit on a birthing ball or do some jumping jacks. I know it sounds silly but these little things can help get the baby down, and can give you something to focus on. I went to the 42 week mark with my first so don't be discouraged, it happens all the time. Keep your chin up and your new addition will be here before you know it.
    Baby Birthday Ticker Ticker Baby Birthday Ticker Ticker
    Report Reply
  • ohlordyohlordy member

    This exact thought has been running through my mind for the past week! Today, I am 40w 3d and I feel like I am going to be pregnant for the rest of my life. DH just said this morning that he has a feeling that I will have to be induced, as well.

    I have been keeping busy with light cleaning, sewing, watching Mad Men on DVD, baking, walking the dogs, and getting stuff lined up for work for when i'm ready to go back. Some days, I don't even leave home except to walk the dogs. It's been getting boring, but I think I focus too much on baby not being here. 

    I think (and seriously hope) that she will come on her own before 42 weeks. I want to put off a few errands for next week, but for all I know, my water could break in 5 hours and she could be here before we know it!

    Good luck to you on your quest to stay busy. Hope everything works out the way you want it to!

    Lilypie Second Birthday tickers

    Report Reply
  • kiri_angelkiri_angel

    With my son I was at zero with no effacement the morning of my due date and went into labor that afternoon. I think that's pretty common for first time mommas! I remember how frustrated I was, but now I'm at 2cm and 75% effaced at 39 weeks, 3 days... and feel like I should already be having her. :(

     Definitely feel like Ill be pregnant forever.

    Report Reply
This discussion has been closed.
Choose Another Board
Search Boards
"
"