Induction Date Set for June 28-29!!

[FirstCub4Bear]

I just got back from the OB. I'm 38 weeks 3 days along. Last week I was 1 cm dilated, and this week, the same! :( Because of gestational diabetes and high BP the doc wanted to induce me at 39 weeks...so I was hoping to have the little guy early next week. But because I didn't dilate any further, she is setting my induction date for June 28-29. I'm going to be admitted to L&D on Sunday the 28th (at night) to get things started and have him on the 29th (Monday).
I'm a little bummed out that I have to wait longer (I'm ready to meet my bub!) but I am happy to have a date set and an end in sight! Also, hoping the extra time will make for an easier induction...
Of course, the BEST thing would be if the little guy decided to come on his own before the induction date!! So, if anyone has any ideas on how to get labor going (I've tried walks, exercise ball to no avail!) let me know! : )

xo, Heather

[FirstCub4Bear]

Cari - GD is the worst. I was a healthy weight before and during my pregnancy and I still wound up with it! I am very hard on myself w/my blood sugars and so I've been really strict about the diet, etc. But as the pregnancy progresses, the sugars are getting harder to manage and I'm getting sick of figuring out carb to protein ratios with every darn meal. My fingers are getting sore and I am dying for ice cream and other things I can have! It doesn't seem right to be pregnant and not be able to indulge in cravings! But, at least it's something I can manage. And I've taken good care of myself so it hasn't affected my little bub. At the last growth ultrasound (June 11) he was 6 lbs 11 ounces. So, he's not going to be TOO big upon delivery.Prob. 7 lbs and some change. But, most of the time those ultrasounds are off! Who knows!
All I know is, I'm ready to have him out and throw the GD diet and blood sugar meter out the window!  : )
I cried after my appointment because I had thought I'd be having him Monday or Tuesday and now I have to wait an extra week. It'd be awesome if he came on his own!
I'll try the rocking on all fours tonight. Ha Ha.

Everyone else, thank you for the well-wishes! I'll definitely keep you all posted! And you do the same!

[Tasia32]

Yay, congrats! I can't wait to see some pictures!

[GRose]

Yay!! That's a good day, it's my birthday lol!!  Good luck!

[carebear0202]

Hi Heather and yes the end is in sight! I'm in the same boat you saw! I'm worried to be induced...but I am ready to get this baby! I go to the doc on Monday the 22nd to get checked and he said we would get things going. So I asked what day do we do that on and he said anyday I want! So I would pick Monday night if I could, Tuesday would be swell also! I really didn't like the GD. I found it difficult to be so good all the time! I hope London is not a moose and tears me up right?! I do not know what his weight is...I heard sex and orgasm is good for getting babies to come!! If you feel like it right...I have been rocking on all 4's and walking and sleeping sitting up a bit because I am so uncomforable! I would like to have him on my own also, but I am so ready to meet him! At least you have a date and you can plan on it lady!!! Nothing but love and keep me updated and I'll do the same for you :O) Good luck, Cari