Considering I made it two weeks further than I was with Jack-Jack last time, I probably shouldn't be surprised by how less mobile I am today and the aches and pains associated with the final stage of pregnancy. Even seeing my Osetopath doctor weekly isn't enough to deal with the sore joints, painful bones and muscles that just creeps up after a short two/three day interval. I guess I shouldn't be too hard on myself, after all I am really carrying a watermelon around, and coping the best I could.
Now that we have really decided to go for a VBAC, I am also busy and anxious about getting prepared for the birth I wanted. We attended a birth rehearsal class so Mic can be equipped to help me through the birth process with natural remedies, hired my doula (all that drama and argument a month ago seems like such nonsense, we ended up hiring her anyway... now we just hope K#2 hangs in there at least until after December 27 so my doula will be back from her vacation to actually be there for birth support), and started reading up on birthing skills. I also sorted out all the Chinese medicinal ingredients I need for the confinement period and feel like I am as prepared as can be before her arrival.
Overall I am feeling quite relaxed, especially after being equipped with some knowledge about the birth and feel confident that I know what this is about the best I can before actually experiencing it. I just need to stay relaxed and focus on getting through the contraction until the point I need to push, and hope for the best.
