The 2nd Trimester Begins!

Well, the second trimester has begun, and I'm feeling a lot better than before. Thankfully a lot of the nausea and the exhaustion is starting to weaken, which is an ANSWERED PRAYER! There are of course other symtoms going on, but you don't wanna read about that ;)

I'm just gunna put it out there, don't touch the belly. Don't think about touching the belly. Don't rub the belly. Just...stay away, :) thanks!

I spoke with my dear friend Becca today who is studying to be a doula. I expressed concerns how I feel as though putting all the responsibility on Zachary to be my rock during labor might be too much for one person to handle, much less possibly a male. She recommended a great book called "The Birthing Partner" that helps speaks to doulas/spouses/supporting role people about how to be active during labor, what to expect, etc. Suppose that will be the next book on the ever growing list to read.

We start our centering classes next Wednesday. Looking forward to connecting with other moms who are due at the same time and feeling a sense of community about this pregnancy.

Anyway, little bump starting, 14 weeks! Already wearing maternity pants, since my other ones no longer fit and the bella band is rubbing/digging against my ever growing uterus. Not much to look at, but heres to the future!

Heartbeat 155 and beating strong.

Little Blessings

Dear Baby,

While Zachary and I are beyond blessed and thrilled to have you in our lives in just a few months, I have to admit at first, I was nervous. Couples talk about having children and become overjoyed with excitement when the time becomes right, but once that test reads positive, I was scared. Not that I wasn't beyond blessed and excited for you, but scared of being a parent, being a responsible adult with someone relying on them.

As the weeks passed my fear came and went until about a week ago. It was during lunch and I was warming up my chicken noodle soup in the microwave and it suddenly clicked. In a few short months you will be our beautiful child. You will be a living walking real being and not just some sonogram blur.

I became overjoyed.

Walking back to my office, I shut my door for a few moments and thanked God for you. I thanked God for my wonderful husband who I cannot wait to see as a Dad. I prayed for your future, your strength and rest. I prayed for our family, my courage, my patience.

I thank God for you and cannot wait to meet you.

From someone who already loves you,
Mom (first time typing that word)

10 and 1/2 weeks

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Last Wednesday we had our first prenatal visit and ultrasound. It was a LONG appointment, around 2 and 1/2 hours, but in the end, we got to see the lil gummy bear and hear the heartbeat. The chambers even flash red on the screen - super neat.

(Isn't this onesie just the cutest thing ever. My dear friend Ashley Davis gave it to me when  I was up for her wedding and I about cried. Thanks hormones!)

Since the ultrasound, there hasn't been a lot of planning anything going on. School has really picked up and so has work for me, Zach has been out of town, and lately I've just been extremely sleepy, tired, sick, and forgetful. However, we are reaching the end of the first trimester, and I hear that a renewed energy is brought back in the next few weeks. It better be a WHOLE lot - I'm holding out for something good. Did I mention that I left the hairdryer on and left the room the other day - came back 5 minutes later and didn't even realize what I'd done? Pha. 

Instead of doing individual prenatal classes, the birthing center offers "centering groups" which is where they partner you with 5 other couples for a one a month meeting where you have your prenatal visit and you meet other couples in the area who are due your same month. What a great idea! In addition to this, we will also be taking the Bradley birthing center courses on Thursday nights for a couple months to better prepare/inform us first time parents. This all starts in December!

"Christmas break" will be filled with reorganizing the apartment (yes, we are staying in our one bedroom apartment, more on that later), buying fabrics and sewing, hopefully gaining an idea of what kind of bottles, car seats, strollers, cribs, etc. to buy, and reading the stack of books that have piled up on my bedside table.

I can't wait to see each of you and spend time with you! Please be praying for Zach and I as we near the end of the first trimester. Please also pray over our finances and for individuals to pass down lots of handy downs for our lil one.

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