Today I am 37 weeks and one day pregnant with our rainbow baby Nora. I had my last check up with the regular OB yesterday and everything looks good…not much progress in the labor department. I’m still dilated to 3 centimeters like I was last week. I did gain SEVEN pounds last week, which is mind boggling! How in the world did I do that? I really hope that was ME gaining those pounds and not Nora. My belly is just huge and draws stares and sympathetic/horrified looks everywhere I go.
Josh and I could not stop laughing at these pictures. My belly is not only HUGE but also weirdly torpedo shaped for some reason. It is hard to believe that this pregnancy is almost over and our girl is so close to being here. Josh and I are very impatient to meet her but part of me feels sad that the pregnancy is almost over. It is probably my last pregnancy and I’m trying to savor my last few days of baby kicks, swollen ankles, waddling and even the crazy stares from people. Even though it has been an incredibly stressful, painful and LONG pregnancy it has also been my most appreciated pregnancy because I know what a miracle it is now. I can’t believe that I got to do this again. I’m so thankful for this redemptive pregnancy and big, strong baby daughter of mine.
Nora has her last biophysical profile ultrasound tomorrow and, assuming she passes without any signs of trouble, I will be induced on Monday. If she is showing signs of distress they will do more monitoring and probably induce early. I will definitely keep you all updated!
Losing Lucy and Finding Hope 
Hooray! Hooray! Good job, Lord and good job Bethany and family!! Already teary every time I think about this long awaited day finally coming
Thank you friend! You always knew she was coming (even when I didn’t believe it.) You are the best
You look beautiful – so thankful for these beautiful posts and this miraculous story!
I had a torpedoed belly too, and my Dr. said my daughter lying was perfectly angled for a natural delivery. Prayers and more prayers for you and Nora for this final lap!
Haha, I’m glad I’m not the only one with a torpedo belly 🙂 Thank you for the prayers!
Rejoicing!!!
I lost a baby in October of 2012 and in my search for comfort in the months that followed, I stumbled upon your blog. I’ve followed your story ever since, and I can’t tell you how happy I am for you. Praying for an uneventful and easy labor & delivery Monday. Can’t wait to see her. 🙂
I’m so sorry for your loss. I can’t believe you’ve followed our story for so long! Hopefully our happy ending is just around the corner 🙂
Good luck & enjoy your last days of pregnancy. I’m happy for you & your family. Your Nora is a miracle and will make your life brighter! Thanks God!
A loving hug from Switzerland
Praying for you and Nora. sooo exciting