General Updates

Dear Munchkin,
There has been a lot going on in Munchkinland during the past few days.
Sugars- I went to the doctor on Monday morning and received a nice pat on the back for controlling my sugar levels. Then, after Monday morning's reading, it was like the medicine quit working. My sugars are elevated (after eating standard meals) and I have been experiencing some mild cramping/tightening of my belly. I called the doctor yesterday because I know that something isn't right. He has doubled my dosage of medication in an effort to bring down my numbers. I started the new dosage this morning and so far so good. Breakfast reading was slightly higher than the norm, but it might take a while for the medicine to kick in. Due to the Strep B fiasco, I am slightly paranoid whenever my belly hurts. I am not sure if it is due to infection, stress, high sugar, or even the way I have to hunch over at my desk all day. Add that to my worry about rising sugars combined total lack of sleep and it makes for one very grumpy mama. I did take a Tylenol PM last night which helped my get a few hours of much needed sleep. I felt better this morning and perhaps all I need is this bump in medication. Hopefully that will be all it takes to get me back on track.
Massage- You Daddy surprised me with a gift of a prenatal massage yesterday. It's just what I need and couldn't have come at a better time. There is a lady who comes to Moses Cone to give little mini-massages once a week or so. She needed some help with her computer, so your Dad traded his computer skills for her massage skills. I just need to call her to set up the appointment after work or on the weekend. Your Dad is going on his annual golf trip the weekend after next, so I might schedule it then since I will have lots of "me" time that weekend. Yeah!
3rd Birth & Baby Class- We had our third B&B Class last night. As usual, it was very informative and slightly scary. I know I am learning a lot from these classes, but it's almost making me more nervous about labor & delivery. Part of it has to do with the fact that I have just pushed (no pun intended) the whole idea out of my mind and now I am forced to think about what will actually happen when you are born. But then again, it's one day. You will bring us a lifetime of joy. That thought far outweighs and any pain or discomfort I could possibly imagine. You in my arms. Me as your Mom. I can't wait! The class started out with some massage and breathing lessons. We talked about Lamaze and focus breathing during pushing. Then we discussed what will happen with you right after birth. One interesting fact I need to remember is that you need breastfeed right away even before your first bath and nursery visit. Once you have a bath and get all cleaned up, you might not breastfeed as well because you will get cold and have all sorts of new smells on you. It also makes for a special bonding time for our new family before everyone get their hands on you and passes you around. Once you and I are cleaned up, of course our family & friends will be welcome to see you. But I think it is important that the very first thing that happens is a bonding between you, me, and your Daddy. The last part of the class was spent discussing pain control during delivery. We watched a video on epidurals/pain management and looked at all the tools a doctor or nurse might use. It was comforting to know that the drugs will be there when I need them! Next week we tour the maternity ward. I know that will be fun and I am looking forward to it.
Love,
Mom