Reality set in today

We took our Birthing Basic Course today at the hospital we are delivering at. It was great and although I already knew most of the stuff they went over (stages of labor and such,) my husband found it very helpful and informative without being too much information at the same time. There was a range in due dates, anywhere from Feb 28 up through May something. I felt pretty big compared to the other women, however, I do have to say that I think that I moved around much better than them. It helped me realize that exercise, I think, has really helped me stay somewhat in good shape for getting up and down and just walking (OK running out for our lunch break) in general.

I am very happy that my hospital is very supportive of breastfeeding mothers and did go over basic information regarding possible sugar water and bottle feedings. They don't do it unless the blood sugar drops in the infant during the first couple of hours and they won't give the baby a pacifer unless you give them permission. The baby is clearly marked as a breastfed baby as well. I am also happy over some other things they went over regarding their policies from the moment you walk in to the moment you deliver to the moment you leave with your baby.

Honestly, I am happy that I took the class with the hospital that I am delivering at because I think it gives you a great perspective on what exactly to expect and how exactly they handle most situations.


Now, I just have to set up an appointment with a nearby pediatrician and see how that goes. I am hoping that it works out, because I could literally walk to the Ped's if I wanted to in the summer.

Knowledge is power Nancy. I felt exactly the same way after my first class. I felt a bit more in control of my fears and worries.

Now make sure to pay close attention! We never made it to our last class....that day Sophia was born! So you never know!!!!!

We took the all day class on Saturday, so we are done with the actual breathing/birth class. I have my breastfeeding class Feb 27th with the hospital. Hopefully I make it to that one...not only because I want to take the class, but my shower is the next morning!

I don't know if I feel more in control or not, but I think that I definitely feel like 'this is it and there is definitely no turning back now' Seeing the babies in the nursery sure does make you feel emotional (or atleast it did for me.)

We finished our class 2 weeks ago and I actually missed not going this week. More than anything, it was just a fun thing to share with DH. My BF class was much more informative and helpful - so I hope you make it Nancy!

I still don't feel like any of this is real... and I don't think I will ever feel ready Thank goodness we have LIW parenting for those 'what was I thinking/ what am I doing??' freak outs.