Still No Baby and Not Much Running

Week 41- November 9-15

Sunday- 7 miles at 9:27 pace

Monday- 2 miles with Lucy at 10:06 pace

Tuesday- 0

Wednesday- 0

Thursday- 0

Friday- 0

Saturday- 3 miles at about 10:15 pace

Total miles: 12

Comments: Sunday, my due date, came and passed with no sign baby was on his way. I felt great on my seven mile run. At my doctor’s appointment on Monday, I was not dilated at all, which at that point I was happy about. That morning, while running with Lucy, she pulled the leash hard in an awkward way. I felt something pop in my upper left back rib. I could barely move the rest of the day, and it was excruciating to get up from a chair or a lying position. Ian ordered me Netflix, and demanded I not do anything. My sister, niece and nephew visited Tuesday, which helped me to be entertained.

I did not run the next four days to help it recover. It’s feeling better now, just like I’ve been punched in the ribs. This morning’s run felt wonderful, loosening up my muscles and getting fresh air.

On Wednesday, I started feeling what I believe are contractions. I mean, they aren’t too pleasant feeling. But they’re not consistent. I had a doctor’s appointment on Thursday for an ultrasound and non-stress test. Baby and I passed with flying colors. The doctor said it couldn’t be any better. I guess baby just likes where he is right now. I was dilated between 1-2 centimeters (progress, right?), and they estimated baby is about 7 pounds 13 ounces, though that’s give or take 1.5 pounds (Please don’t let it be a nine pound baby!).

Ian worked from home on Thursday, and took Friday off since I was having more contractions Thursday night. Our next doctor’s appointment is Monday for another ultrasound and non-stress test. The doctor said they would probably look to induce me Tuesday or Wednesday of next week, which of course I didn’t want to have to do, but will if it’s for baby’s benefit.