For those of you that know me personally, you may be a little saddened that I have the time to sit and write a post today. For those of you that don't know me, you likely didn't think anything about it...so what's the big deal? Well, let's just say that the oven is hot and the bun is still cookin'.
I kept trying to talk our little one into being one of the 3% that is actually born on their due date, but no, she wasn't having it. Instead, I spent the entire night of sleep waiting for it to happen. I know that's totally ridiculous, but I kept thinking it was going to happen. I must have flipped a million times last night, feeling my belly, wondering if what I felt was a true contraction...no such luck. Instead, I woke up tired and wishing the sun didn't have to shine so brightly into our living room.
I want you to realize that I completely understand that this birth-thing is out of my control, but it seems to be the only thing that occupies my mind these days. Go figure. Every time I step outside for a walk or some other task, I am sure that my water will break (which apparently doesn't even happen that often) and I will go into labor right there on the sidewalk. This scares the heck out of me because, as you know, I live in Chicago, and our sidewalks aren't known for being super clean and sterile. Or what if I am at Target or the grocery store? Or worse, what if I am on the El? Yikes! Luckily, my train days are mostly over for the moment, so the train possibility is pretty slim...but still, what a nightmare that would be!
So hopefully this will be my last post before our bundle of joy arrives. After that, we'll see how random and discombobulated these posts will become. Until then, I will do my best to enjoy my final seconds, minutes, hours, and days of pregnancy!
Sunday, September 16, 2012
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
The Final Days
This is it! I am nearing the finish line of this pregnancy. Can you believe it? Neither can I! Well, yes I can actually because my body is telling me it's done. Nature certainly has a funny way of turning your thoughts from "I'm not ready yet" to "I am completely and utterly READY." Now, am I really ready? Of course not, no one ever really is, but let's just say I am more ready than I have ever been. On that note, I would like to share with you some of the things that have been occupying my mind as well as some things that are floating through my head. Hold on tight...this will be random, and totally meaningless.
1) What's the best part of going to the doctor these days? Glad you asked. It definitely has to be peeing in that little plastic cup. Every time they hand me that little cup I laugh to myself. I laugh because it is nearly an impossible feat. I mean it's a challenge to pee in that little cup when you're not pregnant, let alone when you are almost at your due date. Isn't there a better way???
2) I have gone from being completely scared by labor (no thanks to TLC's A Baby Story) to more of a mentality of "bring it on!" Again, I suppose this is nature's way of arming you for the big day. Luckily, as my mom pointed out, I have dealt with pain plenty of times...I never seemed to shy away from it before, so why start now? Pain means progress and pain = baby!
3) I am currently in the process of asking everyone I know that's ever been pregnant what they have done to trigger labor. From long walks to strange things that I won't post here, I have officially heard it all. Wanting to do my own research, I of course went straight to the most reliable source I know...the internet. Googling this topic has ended with mixed results and I am beginning to wonder if any of it actually works. I think this is another sign that I am ready.
4) I am wondering if I will ever be the smart, quick-witted person I was before I was pregnant. I am not saying I was a genius or anything, but man, I sure felt smarter 9 months ago. I didn't believe people when they told me I was going to lose my mind, but I am sure that I have and if you asked the husband, he would find some nice way of agreeing that yes, I have lost my mind. We both want to know when I will get it back...ever?
5) On a related note, I am a hot mess of emotions. I am usually not the type that cries at everything or has drastic mood swings, but these days, it's anybody's guess on how I am going to react to a situation. It's actually hilarious...not at the time of course...but afterward, when I've settled down from whatever "moment" I was having. Sometimes I don't even know what I was so worked up about...which is super fun for the husband I'm sure. I am fully blaming this on hormones!
Well, that's enough fun for now. Here's to the final few days of this pregnancy! It's been amazing and wonderful...but I can officially say with conviction that I am ready to meet my little one.
1) What's the best part of going to the doctor these days? Glad you asked. It definitely has to be peeing in that little plastic cup. Every time they hand me that little cup I laugh to myself. I laugh because it is nearly an impossible feat. I mean it's a challenge to pee in that little cup when you're not pregnant, let alone when you are almost at your due date. Isn't there a better way???
2) I have gone from being completely scared by labor (no thanks to TLC's A Baby Story) to more of a mentality of "bring it on!" Again, I suppose this is nature's way of arming you for the big day. Luckily, as my mom pointed out, I have dealt with pain plenty of times...I never seemed to shy away from it before, so why start now? Pain means progress and pain = baby!
3) I am currently in the process of asking everyone I know that's ever been pregnant what they have done to trigger labor. From long walks to strange things that I won't post here, I have officially heard it all. Wanting to do my own research, I of course went straight to the most reliable source I know...the internet. Googling this topic has ended with mixed results and I am beginning to wonder if any of it actually works. I think this is another sign that I am ready.
4) I am wondering if I will ever be the smart, quick-witted person I was before I was pregnant. I am not saying I was a genius or anything, but man, I sure felt smarter 9 months ago. I didn't believe people when they told me I was going to lose my mind, but I am sure that I have and if you asked the husband, he would find some nice way of agreeing that yes, I have lost my mind. We both want to know when I will get it back...ever?
5) On a related note, I am a hot mess of emotions. I am usually not the type that cries at everything or has drastic mood swings, but these days, it's anybody's guess on how I am going to react to a situation. It's actually hilarious...not at the time of course...but afterward, when I've settled down from whatever "moment" I was having. Sometimes I don't even know what I was so worked up about...which is super fun for the husband I'm sure. I am fully blaming this on hormones!
Well, that's enough fun for now. Here's to the final few days of this pregnancy! It's been amazing and wonderful...but I can officially say with conviction that I am ready to meet my little one.
Thursday, September 6, 2012
My Showstopping Bump
The newest, most sure way to get noticed these days? Get a baby bump!
No, I am not kidding, I have never received so much attention in all of my life. These days I feel like a celebrity...except no one is taking my picture or asking for autographs. Seriously though, this baby is kind of a big deal for everyone.
No matter where I go these days, the bump gets some serious gawks. On the train yesterday on my way to the doctor, a nice woman asked me if I would like her seat and then she went on to tell me how great I looked...she couldn't get enough of the bump. On a walk later that evening, the husband informed me that a couple across the street were staring and smiling at the bump...he confided in me that it was a little creepy. Indeed, it can be creepy having all of these people staring at my belly...but let's just say, I have gotten used to the staring since I carry the bump with me wherever I go!
What's funny is that I am absolutely, 100% sure that I am a baby bump gawker myself. I know that I have stared at many a pregnant belly in amazement and awe. It's truly a fascinating feat of nature and I suppose, that most people, like me, just can't help themselves.
So, I'll take the bump stares and cheeky smiles all day...because it seems to bring everyone great joy....just be sure to ask before you even think of taking one picture!
No, I am not kidding, I have never received so much attention in all of my life. These days I feel like a celebrity...except no one is taking my picture or asking for autographs. Seriously though, this baby is kind of a big deal for everyone.
No matter where I go these days, the bump gets some serious gawks. On the train yesterday on my way to the doctor, a nice woman asked me if I would like her seat and then she went on to tell me how great I looked...she couldn't get enough of the bump. On a walk later that evening, the husband informed me that a couple across the street were staring and smiling at the bump...he confided in me that it was a little creepy. Indeed, it can be creepy having all of these people staring at my belly...but let's just say, I have gotten used to the staring since I carry the bump with me wherever I go!
What's funny is that I am absolutely, 100% sure that I am a baby bump gawker myself. I know that I have stared at many a pregnant belly in amazement and awe. It's truly a fascinating feat of nature and I suppose, that most people, like me, just can't help themselves.
So, I'll take the bump stares and cheeky smiles all day...because it seems to bring everyone great joy....just be sure to ask before you even think of taking one picture!
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