Now that I can be honest... =)
I AM HAVING A BABY!
I am so excited... a little scared, but mostly excited.
I am about 8.5wks pregnant right now. Right in the midst of the infamous 1st trimester. (I feel like I sound insert a 'dunnn...duhnnn...nunnnnn' sound effect.)
I have decided that I am probably going to have every side effect possible, even if only for a couple of days. Not that I want them, but they seem to like to visit me.
Fatigue: I started very tired. I don't think I have my regular energy back, but I do not have to nap every day before cooking dinner anymore, so we are improving.
Morning sickness: I have had pretty bad morning sickness... well, all day sickness. It comes and goes with no particular pattern. Some days are better than others, and I am hoping the worst is behind me. There were a few days that kept me bound to the couch and bed, but it's been a week or so since one of those days. I do not think eating helps much at all. In fact, sometimes I feel worse after eating. =/ No vomiting, only nausea.
Food Aversions: I can't drink coffee anymore. It is gross to me. (Honestly, I am sad about this. It used to be such a comfort.) Last week I had a really difficult time thinking of anything I could possibly put in my mouth. Sometimes just the thought of a certain food or drink sent me gagging in the toilet. I found that if I didn't think about the food in advance and just ate, I would be okay... I couldn't even really think about it while I was eating, just shove it in. Ha! This week seems a bit better.
Stinky Feet: I know, you are thinking, "What?" However, early in my pregnancy, when my hormones (any time I say hormones, I want to say 'hormonies' like 'My Big Fat Greek Wedding') were all out of whack, my feet stunk. I didn't put two and two together for a little bit, but finally I read on-line that it is not all that uncommon. What can you do but laugh? So many embarrassing things come with pregnancy, might as well add one more! Thankfully, I believe that is over. =)
Sciatic Nerve: I have not gained any weight. None. And yet my sciatic nerve in my bum is already feeling strained. I am nervous for the future. I read that my uterus has gone from the size of a plum to the size of a grapefruit already, and can be putting pressure on the nerve, yes, even this early. Boo! When I do much activity, I feel like I pulled a muscle in my bum. Lovely.
Emotions: I am a crier. I always have been. I like to be in touch with my emotions. Now, I think I cry even more. Sorry, Jon! Sometimes I am not even sure why the tears won't stop, or why they even started. Thankfully, I can usually laugh at the same time, completing the look of a crazy person.
Spotting: I had one scare of a little blood when I went to the restroom. I cried a bit, nervous something could be wrong, but quickly realized, other than resting, there was nothing I could do about it. So, already, the Lord is teaching me to hand my child over to Him and trust Him.
There are a few other things I will spare you details on, especially since I may have some men reading this, however, I am quite certain this little child in me is well worth some discomfort. I keep telling myself that a sick Mama normally means a growing baby, so all is well!
I'll post pictures when I start showing. For now, no one can tell anything. Boo! My mom tells me to enjoy not having a belly because it will come soon enough, for long enough... probably true. I guess for now I'll enjoy all my regular clothes.
I am about 8.5wks pregnant right now. Right in the midst of the infamous 1st trimester. (I feel like I sound insert a 'dunnn...duhnnn...nunnnnn' sound effect.)
I have decided that I am probably going to have every side effect possible, even if only for a couple of days. Not that I want them, but they seem to like to visit me.
Fatigue: I started very tired. I don't think I have my regular energy back, but I do not have to nap every day before cooking dinner anymore, so we are improving.
Morning sickness: I have had pretty bad morning sickness... well, all day sickness. It comes and goes with no particular pattern. Some days are better than others, and I am hoping the worst is behind me. There were a few days that kept me bound to the couch and bed, but it's been a week or so since one of those days. I do not think eating helps much at all. In fact, sometimes I feel worse after eating. =/ No vomiting, only nausea.
Food Aversions: I can't drink coffee anymore. It is gross to me. (Honestly, I am sad about this. It used to be such a comfort.) Last week I had a really difficult time thinking of anything I could possibly put in my mouth. Sometimes just the thought of a certain food or drink sent me gagging in the toilet. I found that if I didn't think about the food in advance and just ate, I would be okay... I couldn't even really think about it while I was eating, just shove it in. Ha! This week seems a bit better.
Stinky Feet: I know, you are thinking, "What?" However, early in my pregnancy, when my hormones (any time I say hormones, I want to say 'hormonies' like 'My Big Fat Greek Wedding') were all out of whack, my feet stunk. I didn't put two and two together for a little bit, but finally I read on-line that it is not all that uncommon. What can you do but laugh? So many embarrassing things come with pregnancy, might as well add one more! Thankfully, I believe that is over. =)
Sciatic Nerve: I have not gained any weight. None. And yet my sciatic nerve in my bum is already feeling strained. I am nervous for the future. I read that my uterus has gone from the size of a plum to the size of a grapefruit already, and can be putting pressure on the nerve, yes, even this early. Boo! When I do much activity, I feel like I pulled a muscle in my bum. Lovely.
Emotions: I am a crier. I always have been. I like to be in touch with my emotions. Now, I think I cry even more. Sorry, Jon! Sometimes I am not even sure why the tears won't stop, or why they even started. Thankfully, I can usually laugh at the same time, completing the look of a crazy person.
Spotting: I had one scare of a little blood when I went to the restroom. I cried a bit, nervous something could be wrong, but quickly realized, other than resting, there was nothing I could do about it. So, already, the Lord is teaching me to hand my child over to Him and trust Him.
There are a few other things I will spare you details on, especially since I may have some men reading this, however, I am quite certain this little child in me is well worth some discomfort. I keep telling myself that a sick Mama normally means a growing baby, so all is well!
I'll post pictures when I start showing. For now, no one can tell anything. Boo! My mom tells me to enjoy not having a belly because it will come soon enough, for long enough... probably true. I guess for now I'll enjoy all my regular clothes.
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