I've been trying out a few old wives tales to try and get things moving...
On Saturday my sister and I did a whole lot of walking at the Finders Keepers markets in Brisbane. Hands down best markets I have ever been too! There were so many amazingly talented designers and creators there. I picked up a print each for the boys' rooms from etsy seller Penelope and Pip.
The owl one that I purchased is a little bit different to this one and is for Max's room. When I showed it too him he said, 'that's so funny Mumma, owls don't wear hats' and then started to laugh. So cute!! When I asked for it back he refused to give it to me saying that it was his now :).
I also picked up this adorable monster bib from Columbian trio Amor Amor. I can't wait to get creative and colour it in!
While we were at the markets I also ate the best paella I've ever tasted and a ridiculously decadent strawberry sundae.
I didn't go into labour though...
On Sunday we had Max's bff and her parents over for lunch. I post about the two of them regularly (here and here most recently) and they really are just the cutest pair on the planet!
By that evening I was completely over being pregnant and soooooo uncomfortable so we tried out a few more 'labour inducing techniques', we went for a walk and I ate a really spicy indian curry (which was dumb because I hate spicy food).
I woke up this morning still very very pregnant and have resigned myself to the fact that the baby will probably come out when it's ready regardless of what I do...
Although if you have any suggestions for me I'm all ears.....
Those last weeks are the pits hey, especially when it's hot. I sent the last three weeks before I had Mia doing nothing but sitting on one of those fitness balls (some call them swiss balls I think) and two days before she was born I was already 3cms dilated. Not sure if that was coz of the fitball or I just had a really co-operative cervix but it's worth a try. Helps to keep bubs in good position too I'm told.
ReplyDeleteGood idea on the swiss ball Kylie, I've heard good things about them and will have to give it a go :)
DeleteNothing I ever did made the slightest bit of difference to five births...but hey, it's in the best possible place and obviously very comfortable..for the baby!
ReplyDeleteHopefully not so comfy that he's still in there at 42 weeks!!
DeleteNot long now !
ReplyDeleteWising you all the best for your little new arrival :)
Im bit the opposite at the moment as im so nervous, so telling her to just stay in my belly for a little bit longer hehe.
She is engaged which is a good sign, but still not experiencing the pre labour cramps.
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I know how you're feeling Gaby :) First time around it all seems like it's happening so quickly xx
DeleteGood luck!! Hopefully baby will be here soon :) I have no tips for you, but hope that all goes well as soon he or she is ready!!
ReplyDeletexo,
Kaitlyn
Thanks Kaitlyn xx
DeleteI never had any luck with coaxing my babes into delivery before they were ready but think trying methods at least makes us feel like we're trying. You're on the home stretch either way! Woo hoooo! x
ReplyDeleteI think that might be the case here too Holly, you're right though either way I'll be having a baby very soon!!
DeleteI'm on standby, work's on standby, its all systems go here! Thanks for the lovely weekend, can't wait to hit those markets again when they next roll around!
ReplyDeleteThanks J, you're the best!!
DeleteI'm no help sorry, I went six days over with Sam (in January) it was the slowest/most uncomfortable Six days of my life! Max is just the cutest! Best of luck x
ReplyDeleteThanks Kristin, I have a funny feeling I'm going to be the same :)
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