We're headin' into the final weeks of this pregnancy folks!My c-section is scheduled for Monday, October 12 - just one month away. Wahoo!
Overall, I admit that my pregnancy has been pretty good. Every pregnancy is hard by nature, but after hearing so many bizarre pregnancy stories, I feel like I haven't had it that bad. My nausea was icky for me, but luckily that only lasted 12 weeks.
There are still lots of minor ups and downs during these long 9 months:
Sometimes ... it's hard to sleep when pregnant. Don't you need all the rest you can get to gear up for nights with newborn?
Sometimes ... people who ask if "there's only one in there" just shouldn't have said anything at all.
Sometimes ... nice people say "I'm glad you're finally showing... what a cute baby bump." We likah you! We'll keep you around friends!
Sometimes ... it's really hard to bend over to get that toy car under the stove. But wait - there's more than just one car under there. That Max has been sneaking toys under the stove.
Sometimes ... I am out of breath just walking up the stairs. Can you say SQUISHED LUNGS!
Sometimes ... I wonder how I can get any bigger in the next 4 weeks. I'm certain I will though. If trends continue, this baby will be my biggest. Hannah was 7 lbs 6 oz born at 38 1/2 weeks. Abe was 7 lbs 13 oz born at 39 weeks. Max was 8 lbs 6 oz at 39 weeks. This baby might just be 8 lbs 13 oz being born at 39 1/2 weeks. That's my guess. We'll see!!!
Sometimes ... my family realizes they have an emotional and irrational mother on their hands. Poor them!
Sometimes ... it's just plain hard to walk with waddling hips.
Sometimes ... I really dread going through another c-section surgery and recovery. I certainly pray for emotional and physical strength to endure 6 weeks of recovery. My poor body has a hard time mending itself, I'm afraid.
but then Sometimes ... I remember that all the icky surgery and hospital stay and recovery is all worth it to have a new sweet babe for us all to love.
Sometimes ... I just love to read and put my feet up and drink water. It's good for the soul.
Sometimes ... I wish I had clothes that fit. Seriously - all my maternity jeans and shirts are shrinking. And my favorite pair of maternity pants won't stay up anymore because this belly is too huge.
Sometimes ... I wish hormones didn't exist. My emotions wouldn't be so up and down and all-around crazy.
Sometimes ... I wonder how I'll handle being mother to four tots. Hopefully with the Lord's help I'll be up for it! "I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me!" Philippians 4:13
Sometimes ... I wish this pregnancy seemed to go by faster.
but then Sometimes ... I wish I would treasure all the good things about being pregnant - the miracle of life... cute feet poking out the side of my belly ... baby hiccups.
Sometimes ... no - ALWAYS, always, ALWAYS! I'm excited to meet this new little baby boy to see what he looks like, to have some newborn snuggles, feel his soft hair and skin, and have a lovie from a sweet spirit straight from heaven.
4 more weeks!!!
6 comments:
The best pregnancy post EVER! So true and good for you. You're going to make it, Heath.
You are so cute!!! That makes me want to have a baby, but I don't think I should try now, I should wait for a husband :D You are such a great mom! Heavenly Father must be so excited to send a sweet baby to such a safe and pure environment!!! With my degree, I have seen too many sweet spirits get a raw deal in the parents department. You are amazing!!
yay donker! i hope that i look like the lady in the picture right after i have a baby, hee hee :) I also hope my baby is that tiny :)
Best post ever. ohhhhh pregnancy!
oh, I feel for you! Isn't it crazy that we go through all of this? But, what a reward!!!! It is all worth it in the end!
LOVED THIS POST! This all brought everything back to me. Can you believe Millie just turned 1? I am so happy for you...that you're nearing the end, and getting on with things because there are all kinds of lights at the end of the tunnel with each babe (as you know) Good luck with everything! Can't wait to meet him via your amazing blog. ((hugs))
Your post brings back so many memories! It is hard for me to believe that part of my life is over.....bittersweet for sure. Good luck with everything! After 5 c-sections........I can understand your apprehension, even though we know the end result is worth it! :)
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