Frustration

I went in for my 41 week checkup today which included a non-stress test, ultrasound and cervical check.

We started with the ultrasound to measure the amniotic fluid.  It's definitely a boy and he's got lots of space to move around and plenty of fluid to swim in.

Then the non-stress test.  If you don't know what that is, it's where the mom-to-be has two monitors strapped to her belly, one to measure baby's heartbeat and one to measure contractions.  She's given a button to push every time the baby moves.  We passed it with flying colors since Baby Boy woke up very active during the ultrasound and continued to be a wiggle worm during the rest of the appointment.

And finally, the depressing part.  I've been having tons of painful contractions and cramping for two weeks now.  I kinda thought that might mean things were moving right along towards labor.

Guess what?

I'm one centimeter dilated and 0% effaced.  That's it.  All those contractions, all that painful cramping and that's all I get.

I stopped for Reese's peanut butter cups on the way home.

On the way out of the clinic, Hubby made a comment about me having some control over when I go into labor and I just need to "work" on it.  Have I mentioned that this is our third child?  One would think he'd understand how this process works by now.  But I did forgive him because he let me drag him to JoAnn Fabrics after the appointment. 

Oh, and my induction is scheduled for Thursday morning.  I AM having a baby this week!  Period!!!!