I suppose pregnancy is preparation for the trials of motherhood. At least it prepares you to do things that you don't want to do, but have to. My husband even made the comment, "Erin, I feel sorry for you!" as we were waiting to see the doctor last week. To illustrate, I'll walk you through a typical weekly doctor visit. First, I get weighed -- everyone's favorite activity, especially post Thanksgiving and Christmas. Then I get to pee in a cup (yes, EVERY time!). Such fun. Then there is the usual blood pressure and stomach measurement - that's not bad. And we listen to the baby's heartbeat - that's the best part (no sarcasm there). But really the "best" part is (as always) saved for last -- the weekly (yes, weekly) pelvic exams. I suppose that's no surprise that the doctors need to do that, but it doesn't make it any more fun.
As far as progress goes, my due date is less than a week away. Last week my cervix had softened and the doctor thought the baby had dropped some. I have my next "fun" appointment today -- we'll see if there are any more changes!
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