Twenty Four Weeks
Twenty Five Weeks
Twenty Six Weeks
November 13, 2009
Twenty Four Weeks
It's been fun feeling you move lately. You kick in frequent little bursts, little reminders that you are on your way. Drew didn't really kick that way...so that is one difference in the pregnancies so far. However, this pregnancy has really been easy almost easier than the first. Especially these last few weeks. I guess I am in the honeymoon period, but even bending down to get something hasn't been too uncomfortable yet. I have had very little aches and pains, but I remember getting frequent back rubs from my husband by this time for the first go around. It's fine with me! The only symptom I've really suffered from has been that I get winded so quickly. That's a little annoying, but I can handle it. It's just temporary.
November 20, 2009
Twenty Five Weeks
Kick Kick Kick! You sure are a kicker. And you're growing too. This last week walking has all of sudden been a little more intense as I feel the weight of your little body tugging on my lower abdomen. Indicative of the fun yet to come!
I made updates to the 'tips' page today adding in some of my own recommendations and experiences.
I thought it'd be funny to show what I see from my vantage point. As my belly grows, my viewpoint of things gets a lot slimmer. As you can see, I can't see my own feet unless I bend forward. So don't laugh when the pregnant ladies show up with two different shoes on! And it also provides an excuse for that messy house. I just can't see what's at my feet!
December 2, 2009
Twenty Six/Seven Weeks
Thanksgiving! I feel full...full of life. Full of baby, full of anticipation and joy. Full of blessings. Being pregnant and the anticipation of baby equates to love, joy, a sense of permanence, anticipation, pleasure, happiness, laughter, light-heartedness, exploration and intense emotions all over the richter scale.
Andrew and I have flown across the pond to Maui for a little vacay/work function. Grandma and Grandpa are staying with Drew and taking good care of him while I sit here listening to the sound of waterfalls and see the full moon shine on quiet ocean waves. I miss my Drew terribly (we just got here yesterday) but it's given me much needed time to really ponder No2. Thinking about him while being a mother already, I know I can look forward to warm memories, fun, laughter, and a fulfilled life with him/her along with the other special ones who share our life.
Different from my pregnancy with Drew, I do feel bonded with No2 already and a great sense of pride and motherly affection. I feel like I've entered a new stage of the experience, too - one of sentimental reflection on not only the emotional side of a pregnancy, but also of the spiritual aspect. It's a greatly spiritual experience drawing me closer to God. He allows me to be a participant in creating something profound---a life. Wow. It's hard to fathom.
December 11, 2009
Twenty Eight Weeks
Our trip was lovely. It did go nice and slow, but it was good to get home.
No2 sure is a mover. I think I've said it before, but he/she sure moves a lot! Kicks, punches, etc. I've felt pretty great through this pregnancy. Not suffering from any of the aches and pains I had before with the first. But, reflux is constant! Oy.
We're busy thinking about names for No.2 Names are so hard. One that you love one day, sounds so ordinary the next. I don't know if I've just oversaid them or what, but I really want something special and it's so hard to be objective about it. I usually have to hear it randomly out somewhere before I know if I like it or not. Well, we've got 12 weeks. Probably the name I'm leaning toward now won't be a favorite then. Again, time will tell.
And I can't believe it, but my preferences for a certain gender have dissolved. I think I will enjoy either one, and I know that there are many pros to each one. So we'll be blessed with whatever you are, little one. The only thing it will change however, is the possibility of more. Two boys may require an attempt for a girl...but a girl and a boy - well, then we've replaced ourselves and probably won't need to have another.
