36 Week Appointment

Wow! I think I actually went through my first appointment without having something to worry about as I walked out the door.
So, Dr. Kindel came in and we talked a little about my thyroid stuff and then she measured me, which I am measuring at 35 weeks, so pretty good. Then she checked me and I am dialated to a 1 and 50% effaced. She said it could be 3 days or 3 weeks, but she said it would be a good idea to get everything packed and ready for the hospital stay. She also planned my induction date for Monday, July 28th. They are calling me with the time to come in, but hopefully I don't even have to worry about it. She then told me that she was going on vacation for a week starting Saturday, so I told her that I am sure I will go into labor next week and she will miss the whole thing. Isn't that really what happens? You go through all this medical history and medical problems with YOUR doctor and then when the time comes, some stranger comes in, delivers and everything is great! We talked about contractions which I have been having lots more of. She said they are probably really bad Braxton Hicks because I can for the most part walk, breath, and talk through them. But she said that helps me dialate, so BRING THEM ON!!! Hunter prayed to Jesus last night that he would bring his little brother TONIGHT! It was pretty cute. He was praying as he was licking the beater for a chocolate cake we were making. I have been baking almost every night, because I know in a few days, I will be on my post-baby diet. I did gain 2 pounds, so my count is 11 pounds right now. Pretty good if I do say so myself. I am sure the Upside Down German Chocolate Cake will add another pound...but I'm still saying it's ALL BABY!
I have another appointment next week. Please pray for dialation/labor and that Cooper and Mommy have a healthy labor and delivery and that everyone is healthy afterwards too.
Only 19 more days!!!!