We are officially on baby watch. My daughter has been having light but regular contractions and has lost her mucus plug. A trip to the hospital confirmed she was having measurable contractions, is dialated to 1 cm and is 50% effaced. But, they sent her home to continue labor until it became stronger. Alas, it eventually stopped.
Regardless, my grandson is coming very, very soon. I spent today doing laundry and preparing meals to freeze for my daughter and her husband for those foggy, busy but joyful days ahead. I know they won't want to interrupt snuggles and cuddles to make a meal. Who would afterall.
Laundry done. Meals in the freezer. On call and waiting. I am going through the motions to be ready to go at a moment's notice trying not to think about the life-enhancing emotional impact this will make on our lives. I don't want to waste my emotions ahead of the big moment and introduction.
I can't even think about my daughter being in pain during delivery or the possible health risks. I know I will be a nervous and emotional mess while she is delivering. I hope that part goes quickly.
Who knows - my next post might be a birth announcement.
