Waiting on James Walker

I will officially be 39 weeks pregnant tomorrow. I go back to Dr. Hearn tomorrow for one last check-up before being induced on Thursday.  Jackson was born at 38 weeks, and Brooks was born at 39 weeks. I will be 39 weeks 2 days on Thursday.  I find it funny that my last pregnancy will also be my longest.

As we wait for James Walker, I am physically tired of being pregnant.  I just want to be able to bend over and pick stuff up off the floor.  My ankles are swollen, my face is swollen, and I don't think my stomach can stretch any more. I have gained 40 pounds which is the most I have ever gained. The number on the scale is very scary! This pregnancy has been full of ups and downs including the flu, a cough that lasted over 2 months, and now a sun allergy.

Before Brooks was born, I was most worried about Jackson.  I didn't want him to feel left out and like he was getting less attention and love.  I am not at all worried about that this time.  Jackson and Brooks will have each other.  I know that it will be difficult for Brooks, but I feel like Jackson will help Brooks.

This time I am worried about the exhaustion. This is the first baby I will have along with the thyroid condition. I am normally exhausted all of the time, so I am not sure how I will be able to physically handle it. I feel like James Walker is going to fit right in and roll along with our schedule.

I am not worried about labor and delivery, but I do hope it goes quickly.  Ignorance is definitely bliss with the first one. I know to what to expect so I am not sure if that is a good thing or a bad thing.

We still have a lot to do the next 2 days to get everything ready including installing the car seat and organizing the house.  We have to do that in between t-ball, swimming lessons, and church committee meetings. Thursday will be here before we know it!