Piper's POV
Today is May 16th and it's Alex's birthday. We are having a celebration in our home and we invited our friends to come over.
Nicky, Amelia, Lexie, Arizona and Callie are coming over. This is going to be Alex's first birthday in our new house and I am very excited. We're going to have a pool and barbecue party.
Yesterday we went shopping for decorations and we also did some grocery shopping. I want this day to be special for Alex so I went all out. I was tired after we got home last night that I didn't even bother taking a shower and I just went straight to bed.
Today when I woke up I felt some lower back pain. It didn't hurt so bad that I just ignored it, maybe I was just too tired from the other day.
Alex, is still treating me delicately and was so over protective that she doesn't want me to go to work, so I've been working from home these past few months.
I got up from our bed very slowly, my stomach feels so heavy now that's it's hard for me to move. I woke up starving so I made my way to our kitchen and Alex is nowhere to be found. She might've went out for her usual morning run. Nicky might still be sleeping upstairs because the house is so quiet.
I figure I'll make breakfast for us. I was half way through making our food when I heard the front door open.
"Alex?". I called and she didn't answer, but I can hear her footsteps coming towards the kitchen.
"Hey Pipes!". She greeted me when she enter the kitchen. She is dripping wet from her morning run and she looks kinda hot.
"Happy Birthday, Babe!". I said and reach my arms out to embrace her.
"No, no, no. I'm still yucky". She protested but lean closer to give me a kiss. I don't care if she's drenched in sweat, I still grab her and hugged her tightly. She didn't protest when I embrace her and she hugged me back.
I was the first one to break away from her.
"Happy Birthday! I love you".
"I love you too and thank you". She replied. "What are you making?". She said and examine the counter.
"I'm making some waffles and the bacon is cooking in the oven. You want anything else?".
"Coffee please". She said smiling. "You want help there?".
"Nah, I'm good here. Why don't you go get cleaned up and we'll have breakfast together when you're done". I suggested.
"Alright, I'll be right back". Alex turn around and walk.
She was half way out the kitchen when I called her back.
"Oh Alex?".
"Yeah?".
"Don't forget to wake Nicky up after your shower so we can all have breakfast together".
"Sure, babe".
I just finished making breakfast and was already pouring Alex's coffee when I felt another cramping on my lower back. It lasted for a few seconds and then it stopped completely. I'm not due until next week so It's probably just another braxton hicks.
It goes on through out the day and I didn't tell Alex because I don't want to ruin her birthday just incase it's false labor. It wasn't that painful and I rarely had to stop what I was doing since they were very bearable.
At around 3 pm our friends started coming over. Nicky and Amelia did a great job decorating the pool area. We also set up a table with all the food and drinks. So far this is the most relax party we've ever had.
We are all hanging out in the pool with blasted music and everybody seems to be having fun. Lexie and Callie are already here and Arizona is on her way.
I went for a quick swim in the pool to cool off my body. It is normal with my pregnancy hormones roller coaster that hot flashes is part of the ride. Not to mention the mood swings.
One minute I'm crying uncontrollably, and the next I'm laughing hysterically. I know it's part of pregnancy hormones, but still it's crazy. I'm so lucky to have a very supportive wife, Alex never complained and she was patient the entire time. That's why I don't want to ruin this day for her. She deserves this.
"Hey, Pipes". I didn't notice Alex came to check on me. She's holding a towel and an orange juice in one hand.
"Is that for me?". I asked smiling at her.
"It's actually for the baby, but you can share". She snorted.
It's getting late in the afternoon and some cold air blew and I shiver a little. "Okay, why don't we get you out of there so you can dry off and I'll get you something to eat".
Alex, is always so thoughtful and taking care of other people is second nature to her. She is that good and I can't help but think how lucky our daughter is going to be to have a mother like her.
She helped me get out of the pool and drape the towel around my shoulders and kissed the side of my head.
I felt another cramping on my lower back and this time it's hard to ignore. I wince at the pain and Alex noticed it.
"Are you okay?". She asked and wrap her arm around my shoulders protectively.
"Braxton hicks. I need to sit down". She helped me sit on the recliner and the pain linger a little longer than before. I close my eyes and wait for the pain to subside.
"I think we should get inside so you can change clothes". Alex suggested.
As we enter the house, Arizona just came in the front door, she's holding a bunch of paper bags.
"Hey guys!". She greeted us. "Happy Birthday Alex!".
"Arizona! I'm glad to see you!". Alex squealed and rush over and gave Arizona a hug.
"This is for you". She handed Alex her gift and crane her neck to look at me. "And this is for the baby".
"Awwww, thank you. You didn't have to do this". I said and another pain hit me, this time it's around my stomach.
I wince again and place my hand on my belly.
"Are you okay?". Arizona asked me this time.
"Yeah, I'm fine. Just another braxton hicks. I've been having them since this morning".
Arizona looked at me concerned her eyebrows scrunching together. Shit! This is bad. I shouldn't have said anything.
"Wait, you've been having them since this morning?". She asked.
"Yeah, but they're not that painful".
"She just had one actually, probably five minutes ago". Alex blurted.
"Really?". Arizona said looking at Alex.
"You know what? There is nothing to worry about. I feel fine. Really, Alex". I pointed out to my wife because she is giving me that suspicious look again.
"This is a party and we should be enjoying. Don't worry it's just braxton hicks, I'm not due until next week". I assured them both.
"I'm going to go change now and I'll see you guys outside in a bit". I reach over and touch Alex's cheek. She's still giving me that worried look. I left quickly before any of them say anything again.
I was out of breath when I reach the bedroom. I lock the door behind me and groaned. The pain is very uncomfortable. I think I'm having this baby anytime soon.
"Hang in there for a little bit Bells, It's still mommy's birthday". I talked to my daughter hoping she won't decide to come out now, atleast not after Alex's birthday. As much as I want to meet my daughter I also want Alex to enjoy this day.
I change into more comfortable clothes and went outside. I brought some pillow and blanket with me.
Some of the ladies are swimming in the pool while Alex and Arizona are in the corner talking. I went to one of the recliner chair near the pool and arrange the pillow.
"You want help there?". Nicky offered. She swims closer to the edge and got out of the pool.
"Nah I'm good. Thanks. You guys spoil me too much". I replied.
The evening progresses and everyone is having fun. Nicky and Callie already started the barbeque while I'm talking to Lexie. I missed her so much, I used to see her every weekend before when Alex was still in prison. She was my only friend and I felt a little guilty for not spending time with her anymore.
Alex, keep checking on me and asking me how I'm feeling. I keep assuring her that I'm okay and she has nothing to worry about. She also keeps giving me food and I take them even though I feel a little bit nauseous.
I felt another pain and I keep timing my contractions and everytime it's getting closer together.
I distracted myself by looking at Alex, she's still talking to Arizona when suddenly she stood up from her chair and strip her clothes. She is wearing a black two piece swim suit and I love how that color makes her skin glow. Alex has a very nice pale complexion and she has that nice curves and I just love her sexy long legs.
Gosh! I think I'm getting turned on when suddenly I felt something pop and followed by something warm trickle down between my thighs.
"Shit!". I cussed and examine myself.
"What's wrong?". Lexie asked.
"Can you help me get up, please".
"Yeah sure". Lexie pulled me up.
Did I just peed on myself and didn't know it? Jesus! This is so embarrassing. Then something hit me. I don't think I peed myself.
"Lexie, I think my water just broke". I said.
"Oh my God! Seriously?". Lexie yelled that everyone turn in our direction.
"Alex! her water just broke!". Lexie shouted.
In an instant Alex, was already at my side followed by Arizona.
Everything just went fast after that. Alex was very calm and the next thing I know we were already in the car speeding away going to the hospital.
Arizona was on the phone calling the hospital while I'm trying to hold myself not to scream but the pain is unbearable and can't hold myself and I groaned.