The Quest for Sleep

Is this God's way of preparing me for the days ahead of having a newborn and no sleep? I have absolutely nothing on my agenda today. I have no one to tend to. My house is as quiet as a mouse. The rain is pouring down. I could have slept until noon. But what time did I wake up? 8:15. Really?! So I thought I would get a bowl of cereal and feed the cats, and then I'd surely fall back to sleep. Nope! I've been wide awake all day!

My 33-week appointment this week was good. My doctor was pleased with my low blood sugar readings, so she said if they stay stable for one more week, I can reduce my testings to twice a day instead of four times a day- yippee!! Also, Helen Grace is still growing right on track, and her heart rate was 148. In the last few weeks, I have felt what I thought was her balling up, and I can just rub my tummy and she relaxes. But I learned from my doctor that what I have been feeling is actually Braxton Hicks contractions. It blows my mind that I'm far enough along for these- wow! I go back in two weeks for my 35-week appointment, and depending on if I'm beginning to dilate (SCARY!), I might start my weekly visits then.

My mind is racing with things that I need to be getting together. Two main questions are running around in my head, and I'd love your help with them.

1. I'm meeting with a potential pediatrician this week. What do I need to ask him?

2. I'm starting to think about packing a bag for the hospital for Helen Grace and me. What are the must-have's for the hospital that you wish you would have had with you?

I'd love any help you might be able to offer!