Well, I spoke to the nurse who told me not to panic. She said if I'm going into labour there's nothing anyone can do to stop it so just keep an eye on it and call back if I start getting contractions or my waters break. She also said it's not uncommon for it to come out two or even three weeks before going into labour. So now I'm hoping junior will stay in for as long as possible. In the meantime I've warned my parents, who will be the ones looking after DD, I'm packing my hospital bag and just getting on with life (but keeping my legs firmly closed).

Here's hoping he waits till the 20th!