Janae is reading all of your sweet comments as she lays here at 9+ cm. Thank you guys so much!
It’s crazy to me that you could be so relaxed during this whole thing. Score a point for modern medicine.
I’ll keep you updated,
-Billy
Not yet… But it’s getting close… Keep the comments coming!
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251 comments
Brandi
Agh!! This is so exciting! :) Thanks for keeping us posted Billy!
Amy
Good luck!!!!!! lots of love
Amy
Gillian
Yay good luck you guys! Congratulations! So happy for all three of you! :0)
Anna @ Blissfully Banana
Sending lots of love and prayers!!!!! :)
So excited to see your little girl! She’s just testing your patience! ;)
♥
Tabaitha
Love The last picture of you and Billy holding hands. So excited for you two!!!!!!
Rene
We are so excited! Rylee was so concerned because she was afraid Billy wasn’t there. You’re doing great!
Brandy
So excited for you both!!! She is moving so fast! I’m dying to know baby girl’s name. Keep us posted!
Brandy
Heidi
Good luck and God Bless!!!
Robin
If I get in trouble at work I’m blaming it on you guys! ;) 9+ cm is where you want to be, woohooooooo!
Elizabeth
Yay! I am so happy for both of you. Cannot wait to see your baby’s sweet little face. Thanks for the updates, Billy! Hang in there, Janae!
Ali Nagy
Billy and Janae–Greg and I are so excited for you two! When you come back down to Orange County, we need to meet the little princess! Congrats!!!
Christy
So exciting!! Thanks for the update. the picture of y’all holding hands – you look like parents. almost there!
Brandi
So exciting!! Best wishes to you both!!
Good luck!
michele
Best of luck to all of you! Can’t wait to read the good news!
Kari @ Running Ricig
Posting on twitter and the blog during labor is some pretty solid dedication to blogging. We’re so excited for you guys!
Melissa
Janae!!! I’m a first time commenter but long time reader :) you are such an inspiration and I love your silly sense of humor!!! Praying that you are comfortable and that we get to see that precious baby girl soon!!! Cant wait to know the name you guys chose :)
And billy- hope you have sour gummy worms waiting for her after all this hard work!!
Molly
Wahoooooooooo! I’m so excited! I had to text my best friend and say “HRG in labor!!!” to which she replied “Just in time, she just got to Cali.” Rooting for you in Oregon Janae!
Michele @ Nycrunningmama
Aghhhhhhhhhh!!! I just saw the last two posts!!!!!!!!!!! YAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I am so excited for you guys!!
You can do this. Hang in there. The finish line is so close =) =) Can’t wait to see pics of your little beauty!! xoxoxoxox
Jen G.
I rarely comment, but congratulations! So excited for you both!
Alyssa
Good Luck Janae!!!!!!!!!
Heather @ Run Eat Play
Good luck! Keep up the good work, Janae :)
Hannah
I am sitting on the couch in my PJs and Janae looks 10x more beautiful than I do when she’s about to give birth right now. What the heck!!! You go, superwoman!!
Caitlin
Yay baby yay!!!! Can’t wait to see the next update! Stay strong!
Amy @Macncheesenpeas
Good Luck!!! Glad Janae is so calm:) What an exciting day!
Lora @ Crazy Running Girl
I think it’s from all the running!! :) You look great Janae!
Megan D
I love that you are keeping us updated :) You are almost there. You got this! I think you should listen to Salt and Peppa’s push it. Maybe that would speed things up??
Jamily
Congratulations!! The hard part is over -she will be in your arms in a matter of minutes and you will be the happiest two people on earth! Can’t wait to see her sweet face & know her name :).
Allyson
Yay! August 15th. What a great day to have a birth day! Can you believe that you’ll be meeting your daughter for the first time in a little while?!
Lisa
Hi Janae! I’m an avid follower, not an avid commenter :), but I have to say, I’m sooo thrilled for you! I’m a Mama of 3 and my youngest is 4. In all of my incredible moments as a Mom over the last 9 years, nothing has ever rivaled that moment when I’ve met my babes for the first time. LOVE! It will all be worth it! Wishing you all the best!
Brittany
These are the best updates ever… LOL!
Cannot wait to meet mini BOLT!
Jenny
Sending positive vibes your way for a quick delivery! Baby girl is almost here!
Allyson
Ps maybe you can have sushi tonight?!
april
good luck, janae! i hope you have a safe and quick delivery! can’t wait to see pics of hungry runner baby =)
Sherri
You two are so adorable! Can’t wait to see what little Billnae looks like!
shelly
So exciting!!!! You don’t even look you’re in labor!
Chelsa
I’m so so happy that you are keeping us updated! GO JANAE!!!
Sondra
So excited for you two! This is the best time! Enjoy!
Donna Porter
Reading comments at 9 cm? OMG You are my hero!!! :) Praying for a speedy delivery and recovery!! Come on baby!!!
Jess
How exciting!!! Good luck it will all be worth it to see that beautiful little baby!!
Lola
That is the sweetest picture–i hope all goes well and HRGB is with you soon!! thinking of you guys!!
adrian
I could cry right now! that last photo is sooooo sweet! <3
Stephanie
I can’t stop stalking your blog! It’s so exciting!
Leslie
Oh my gosh, I know everyone else has said it but this is making me so excited! I’m overjoyed right now and so happy that Janae got to Cali just before Baby J decided to finally say hello. Keep us posted, we are so pumped for you BOTH! :)
Sherrie
Oh the suspense! I keep checking back to hear the big news! So exciting.
cait
Yay Billy and Janae!!!Almost there…..so excited and happy for you both!!
Sarah
I am so excited for you guys!! GOOD LUCK!! :)
Tina
Wow! Congratulations guys! Praying for a smooth delivery and healthy baby! Janae, you are a rock star, and you look so gorgeous! Thanks for keeping us updated, Billy! You already look like a proud papa!
Kathi J
YOU GOT THIS! I can’t wait to meet little miss. Go Janae Go!
karen
Just think of all the swedish fish you are working off! And fro yo! do it for the sugar! Oh and the baby! Oh wait and SUSHI!!!!! Congrats! Whooo Hooo!
Janice
Yeah!!! My sister who is preggo, a long time reader and THE BIRTHDAY GIRL (today!) texted me to tell my you were in labor!! Hang in there and you’re at Mile 25!!! – Janice
Kim
Love that you are posting! Praying for a safe healthy little one!
Lori Kay
I feel like my BFF is having a baby! Keep the updates coming! So excited for you too!
Jen S. @Runnersaresmug
CONGRATS already, you got this…its almost mile 20. What wall?
Jaeme + Randy
Oh my gosh! That is awesome, yay! I’m not going to lie….I’m very jealous right now. HAHA. I am so happy for you guys, congratulations. And talk about timing, wow!
Meghan Rene
OMG! I just got a new computer (mine had a virus and was out of commission). This is so exciting!
Kathee
YEAH!! Good luck to you both and the little one! Epidurals are da bomb!
Jess
LOVE AND PRAYERS!
emily
you are SO close!!! baby girl will be here in time for dinner :)
Elise
Janae!!! I’m also not a commenter, but I read your blog daily! I have been praying for you since you got preggers and I said lots of prayers for you on my run today. Your little girl is going to have the best parents ever!!! You are so inspiring and encouraging! Can’t wait to see her beautiful face and find out her name!!!
shelly
Good Luck! I just found out I’m expecting too so I will be rereading all your running while pregnant posts for inspiration and info :)
marla bmarla b
With my kid #4, i FB during labor & it totally helped keep me distracted but also going! Get some tunes going & settle in for the end! Just like a race!
Jess
Millions of women have babies, very few run 3:02 marathons. You got this. Good luck!
Mara big happy family
Like any race… You never say “you’re almost there,” but the pain is worth it. Best finish line premium… Ever.
meghan
Yay Janae!!! This is so exciting!! So many people I know (IRL) or “know” (from blogging) having babies right now! I can’t wait to see your precious. I just got married almost three weeks ago and now I’m already more ready to have one than I thought I’d be!
Michele C
Yay!!! I dedicated my run today to you Janae! You’re in the homestretch!
Jenn @ RunItMyWay
Amazing.. haha I thought I was a multi-tasked – you two are pushing out a youngster/ playing support team (and based on what I’ve read about Billy from the blog so far, I’m sure he’s being a rockstar hubby right now!) – and you’re still updating the blog. Wicked!
THANK YOU for sharing all this – I can’t believe how excited I am for you, I’ve been checking for updates at work all day!! Thoughts and prayers for a healthy baby and that mama is ok!! xo
Taryn
Looking strong!! Your little girl will be out and running before you know it! So happy for the blessing you and your family is about to receive!
Beth @ Running with the Sunrise
Good luck, Janae! We’re all thinking of you and can’t wait to see photos of your little one!
Jill
Congrats to you both! Such an exciting day. Your lives will never be the same. Enjoy your baby’s birthday.
dawn
Long time reader and fan. Never commented but so exciting!! You will be great parents and can’t wait to see her cute face and learn the name’
Amber
What a crazy month of change this has been for you two.
I totally feel like this is the Truman show minus the cameras. Everyone here on internet land is cheering you (and Billy) on.
Just think 20 years from now (minus a few weeks) there might be a little HRG baby in the Olympics. I’ll be retired, playing hearts, with a mai tai in hand telling my old biddy friends about this! ;)
I hope everything goes smoothly for you both. :D
Jill
You can do it…best wishes, and can’t wait to hear the news!
Mendy
Prayers and love your way! …and a cork!…b/c my vote was August 27th. lol
Jan J
So happy for you, girl! (& Billy!) So close! Love the updates! :)
ChemE Runner
Congratulations! You really made it out there in the nick of time and so great that you and your husband are together for this. I am so inspired that you were able to run throughout your whole pregnancy and hope that I can do the same when my time comes. I will have to use you as inspiration.
You are about to get the best gift ever! Good luck!
Kacie
Come on, baby…get here already! Good luck to the both of you. What a champ, that Billy, keeping us all updated!
RunInBoise
I am so happy for you! Thank you for the updates. :-)
Jen Blake
I already commented, but I am like so excited I just wanted to encourage you so more! Hope it comes fast and she’s here in your arms ASAP! Sounds like it won’t be long! Can’t wait to hear what the name is, and see her sweet face! She will be a little doll!
Heather
So exciting! What perfect timing to arrive in CA just in time to be able to have the baby with hubby present. Best of luck. Can’t wait to see pics and hear the name.
Jessie
I am loving all these updates. I am so excited for you two, soon to be three! I can’t wait to see her!
C
So happy you’re on California time… more time to hopefully see your amazing new addition! 10 bucks she comes out with a ginormous grin like Janae! ;)
Shannon
Awwww….love the picture of you holding hands. Thanks Billy for all the updates. Janae you are so awesome!!!!! Thanks for keeping all of us posted…..there are a lot of readers out here that are so excited to meet the newest little running to your family!
Dolly
Last mile of the marathon!! Go Janae Go!!! Congratulations to you and Billy
Kara
Go Janae!!!! I’m thinking of you and your little girl can’t wait to hear the news!
margo
I am not sure I have ever commented before, but I have been reading for a long time. I thought about you on my run today and how you are such a superstar in how you run faster at 9 months pregnant than I do non-pregnant. I have been praying for you and your baby girl and Billy today! Hang in there and I hope she makes her appearance soon!
Katie
I keep checking back to see how my “friend” is progressing! I feel so excited for you even though we have never met! I cannot wait to hear her beautiful name! Keep up the great work and the best is yet to come!!!!!!!
Kimberly
Yall are doing awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Jen
One other thing…ice packs aren’t just for running injuries…make sure you get I’ve on that area ASAP after delivery! Trust me, it will help your recovery. Enjoy every moment!
Bess @ Bess Be Fit
BILLY!! Thanks for keeping us updated :) Hope everything keeps going smoothly…that precious lil’ baby will be here soon! Love to y’all!
Kim
OMG- Congrats you two!! I keep checking the blog for the first family of three photo!! Go Janae!!!! :)
Taralyn @ Keep Moving Forward With Me
Yay! I’ve only been following a few months and I love your blog! Congrats on your babe coming soon. So exciting.
Tina K
So exciting! Love the picture of you guys holding hands, what a wonderful bonding experience.
Stay strong and she’ll be here soon. Looking forward to hearing her name andseeing pictures.
Keep up the great work Billy,such great teamwork already!
Diane
Love how you are keeping us updated on this fantastic day in your lives!!!!
You are definitely a superwoman, Janae, with a very loving husband in the Billster.
Jackie Perkins
Congratulations! I wish I was able to hang with you while you lived in Utah… So sorry to see you go… I cannot wait to see the baby, you look awesome!
sue
Good luck and congratulations. What an exciting adventure you both will have as parents.
Jenna
Sending so many happy healthy vibes your way! Congratulations, super woman!
Langley
Good luck were praying for ya!!!!
Heidi @ Idlehide
Aww, this is so exciting. Keep the updates coming:)
Amylee
Bless that epidural! My husband was nearly passing out at this point, so extra points for Billy. So so happy he is there with you! Praying for a speedy, healthy, delivery. You will be a great mom! :)
tess
Seriously Chick. I have never seen anyone so freakin’ cute when they are in labor. You are adorable. The power of prayer kept that baby on hold until California. She couldn’t wait to meet you both! We are all holding our breath!
Elizabeth @ reads recipes runs
SQUEEEEE!!!! You’re going to meet your baby girl so soon!! I’m so happy for you two :) Soon to be three ;)
Danica @ It's Progression
love the updates….so many people are thinking of you and wishing you the best! can’t wait to see the update that includes a BABY!! :)
Liz
Ahh janae!! Keep strong I’m praying for you! I ll come to CA and bring you and baby some fro yo soon! ;)
Nicole
So, uh, do you wanna hang on another 4 days? I picked August 19 for the “birth date” contest, and uh, yeah, I’d really like to win the prize pack.
JUST KIDDING!! :)
Your little girl will be so happy to meet you and Billy! Oh, can you imagine the little fingers and toes you’ll get to see soon! Such a happy day!
Sandy
I am excited! It’s crazy how this little stinker wanted to be born in California and held on up until the day Janae made it to Cali! Can’t wait to see her and find out her name!
[email protected]
If you can rock a marathon you can rock this too :-) I am eating some Wheat Thins in your honor.
Shannon
She’s almost here!!! Enjoy every second :)
Ragan
So proud of you Janae! You and Billy are going to be blessed with the most precious gift in the oh-so-close future. Y’all are going to be wonderful parents and I’m so very happy for both of you.
Joy
You guys are the sweetest couple! Thanks for keeping us updated, Billy.
You two are going to be such great parents.
Hopefully not long now…
ashley
You’re almost there! So close!
Nicole J
This is so exciting! We’ll keep you in our thoughts and prayers!
Ragan
Yay! I’m so proud of you Janae! You and Billy are going to be blessed with the most precious gift in the oh-so-close future. Y’all are going to be wonderful parents and I’m so very happy for both of you.
Amy
Way to go mama!!!!
Allie
My first day of law school was nothing like this…congratulations!!
Jill
If you have an epidural, this thing is a piece of cake compared to a marathon! When I was scared about the pushing, I just remembered how strong my body was from years of running and mustered up all the strength I could! I did a lot of visualization during my childbirth much like I do with my races where I picture how awesome it’ll be to cross the finish line. Imagine that moment you will hold your sweet baby girl and how wonderful that will be! Sending you strength! Can’t wait to see her!!
AshleyT
Sending you ALL my strength, girl! You have got this! Home stretch!
news
You’re a real deep thinker. Thanks for sharing.
Holly
Love love love you Janae! You look AMAZING as always!! Just think…you are like at mile 24…ALMOST there, you can see the finish line!! Your little lady is going to be the CUTEST thing ever!!
Thanks Billy for the updates!!!
Mary @ Maresy Dotes
Totally coming out of the creeper closet here but I have no idea how I can be so excited for a baby that a (super awesome) total stranger is having! And you look so goregous in every picture! Good look and I CAN’T WAIT TO FIND OUT HER NAME!!!
Efo
Go, girl! Yay! You are such an inspiration (did you ever go for the light run this morning?!) and I love how calm/cool/collected you are handing the whole thing! Rock star! Your baby girl is almost here (if not already) :)
Nikki
You Rock Janae!! Thanks Billy!!
Carol
Wow, 9 cm?! It’s really getting close. I read your blog all the time, this is the first time I’ve made a comment. You are so inspiring. Thank you, and good luck!
Kelly Sites
ALL THE FOOD you want is waiting for you Janae- as soon as you have the baby girl.
Hang in there- enjoy every minute- it is the biggest blessing EVER.
Waiting to meet her!!!!!!!
Kelly in Michigan
Christy
Holy crap, perfect timing! A pre-congrats to you both!
Chels R.
God Bless you both! So very exciting!!!
Julia
I’m in medical school and just this week I saw about ten mothers acting more uncomfortable than that at 1cm! Janae is obviously handling this like a champ. I’m just glad baby waited until both of her parents were in the same place!
Holly
Oh my goodness janae! I’m so excited for you good luck. I can’t wait to see pics of you and your beautiful baby girl :)
meg
salt n pepper, push it ! ;) you can do it janae!!!
Mary
9 cm 2.5 hours ago I bet your pushing or holding you daughter!
(if not then soon!)
Lauren @ Sassy Molassy
Thinking of you guys!! GO Janae!
Phebe
way to go mommy and daddy! can’t wait to see little… banae? jilly? good luck and keep up the good work :)
Katie
Janae, you’re so cute lying there with your phone!!!!! i love this, i’m so happy for you guys!!!! wish i could bring you some fro yo :)
Jen
As odd as this may sound to you now, relax and enjoy labor. The shakes are normal. Feeling like you are going to pass out while pushing is normal. The feelings of love you will have for that little one and your hubby (more than you ever though possible) immediately after she arrives will be awesome too! Can’t wait for pictures”
Lauren
Hey Janae! It’s Lauren from RACEDAY books and Sam’s mommy! You look great and I can’t believe your little one will be here so soon! I’m so glad you made it to CA safely and you and Billy are able to be together for the birth of your daughter! Get ready for the best days of your life! Motherhood is awesome! Can’t wait to see her and find out her name!
Jennifer
It makes me jealous that you are having a baby. It will be the best time of your life!! Congratulations!!!
XLMIC
Just so awesome! Really excited for you two!
ali
Hey Janae! Sooooo excited for you and Billy! Can’t wait to see pics of your new babe! I can’t believe how fast this all seemed to happen (via the blog world) Seems I was just reading about your last day in Utah….and now look at you!
Best of luck cute girl!
BTW – I met you (and Billy) at the Utah Blogger Potluck that Janetha hosted :)
onlyhalfcrazy
Yay! Hang in there! You look beautiful and can’t way to see baby!
Nichole
So close….. Praying for a quick delivery and a healthy baby girl! So excited for you guys!!
Christen
So glad you are comfortable and things are going well! You can do it! :)
Emilie
Oh how exciting! Can’t wait until we all get to see your little girl! What timing- good thing you got out to CA when you did!!!! Sending lots of prayers for a easy delivery and blessings to you and Billy!!
jennifer
Best wishes to you and Billy, cant wait to see the little beauty!
Allie (Live Laugh Eat)
Weeeeeeee!!!! I’m way too excited for this baby to come out. Like more excited than I would be for my own baby. Keep it up, Janae! If you get tired, hang in there and just think about those Olympic marathoners.
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Thanks for keeping us up to speed, Billy! I love that pic of y’all holding hands. Just think of the teeny tiny hands you’ll be holding soon!
Juanita
Good luck, Janae & Billy! I can’t wait to see pictures of your beautiful baby girl!
Sarah
Oh my gosh I keep refreshing your twitter and my reader! I am so excited for you! What perfect timing. I am so glad Billy could be there with you!
Kelly V
Oh my goodness. I can’t believe little girl bolt held on just in time for you to be in Cali with Billy. What a blessing!! She will be one easy-going baby. Good thing you purchased the carseat, right? Good Luck this final stretch.
Angie
So exciting! Good luck. The baby knew to wait until you were together!
Lauren
Sending positive thoughts and prayers your way!! Can’t wait to see a pic of your little one!
Nicole
That second photo made me tear up! Wish you a safe and speedy delivery.
Donna
Almost push time! Good luck and give yourself a break from running tomorrow :)
[email protected]
YAY! Prayers and love your way <3