Had our first appointment this morning. I am so glad for midwives! They really are all about you making your own decisions. They do not force any tests, procedures, ideas, etc. on you. Very comforting to know you don't have to fight for what you want.
Still having some issues, but overall feeling great! Despite the tummy bulging, I've only gained about 3 pounds. Now comes the fun part, the midwife actually told me to eat more so that I wouldn't feel sick at night from low blood sugar. Yippee!!!!!!
So my sister and brother-in-law both showed up to pick up Alexis today. So while we waited for the wee one to wake up they lent me their car to run a couple of errands. The goal: spices at bulk barn. But wouldn't you know it, right beside the bulk barn was a Great Canadian Bagel, and they really have awesome cream cheese. Just had to stop in and buy my favourite spinach lite. But, man, look at that veggie lite right beside it! Needless to say I came home with both. Just following midwife's orders! :-) Can't wait to see what she wants me to indulge in next month! (Oh, and I did eventually get the errands run successfully too, in case you were worried. I know you were truly interested!)
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Not childless.
One of the strangest things to get used to these days is that we are no longer defined as the couple who can't have children. No matter what, we have been blessed with a little life. As I mentioned before, we have a lot of friends and acquaintances who have not had this blessing and who would like to. We pray for them daily.
I remember so vividly when a friend would become pregnant. You are so genuinely happy for them, and yet it also causes you a degree of pain because you have not been able to. Does it sound silly to say that I never want to forget what that was like? I really don't. There are so many who haven't had children, and many assume it is because they don't want to. The nicest thing a minister's wife said to me at the feast last year was, "Do you not have children because you don't want them, or because you can't have them?" Just the phrasing of that question made the world of difference between bracing to answer the question so the asker does not feel badly for asking, and being able to answer her openly, and sharing with her our story. It was a gift in a question. I am thankful for that gracious gift.
I remember so vividly when a friend would become pregnant. You are so genuinely happy for them, and yet it also causes you a degree of pain because you have not been able to. Does it sound silly to say that I never want to forget what that was like? I really don't. There are so many who haven't had children, and many assume it is because they don't want to. The nicest thing a minister's wife said to me at the feast last year was, "Do you not have children because you don't want them, or because you can't have them?" Just the phrasing of that question made the world of difference between bracing to answer the question so the asker does not feel badly for asking, and being able to answer her openly, and sharing with her our story. It was a gift in a question. I am thankful for that gracious gift.
The life of a foodie on the wagon!
I love food! No, make that, I LOVE FOOD!
Needless to say, pregnancy has put a definite damper on my indulgences. I am so not in my element. Take for example the most annoying part, which is, whatever I have eaten thus far, the next day I can't stand the thought of. My husband took me for a burger last week that I had been craving for weeks, but since then the last thing I want is a burger; my sister also makes amazing hummus. Had the family over for dinner, and ever since I've not been wanting to touch hummus. And it's not just one thing here or there, but literally everything I eat! So my choices for nourishment are rapidly dwindling!
The worst thing I've lost all desire for is my absolute favourite food: Cinnamon Rolls! (yes I capitalized it, I like them that much!). But I was in the mall the other day and smelled the most wonderful smell. Walked into Laura Secord to find out they were making fresh waffle cones. The guy behind the counter said no one ever asked him to just buy the cone before with no ice cream on it! Ah well, such is the life of the pregnant woman!
Also, I've discovered that my prenatal vitamin is not agreeing with me. Have been off it over a week now and have been doing great, only to go on a folic acid supplement and have the same issues. So I've decided to go off all prenatals and stick with my greens. I mean, if you really think about it, women have had children for millenia without taking supplements. Will just forge ahead as they did!
Needless to say, pregnancy has put a definite damper on my indulgences. I am so not in my element. Take for example the most annoying part, which is, whatever I have eaten thus far, the next day I can't stand the thought of. My husband took me for a burger last week that I had been craving for weeks, but since then the last thing I want is a burger; my sister also makes amazing hummus. Had the family over for dinner, and ever since I've not been wanting to touch hummus. And it's not just one thing here or there, but literally everything I eat! So my choices for nourishment are rapidly dwindling!
The worst thing I've lost all desire for is my absolute favourite food: Cinnamon Rolls! (yes I capitalized it, I like them that much!). But I was in the mall the other day and smelled the most wonderful smell. Walked into Laura Secord to find out they were making fresh waffle cones. The guy behind the counter said no one ever asked him to just buy the cone before with no ice cream on it! Ah well, such is the life of the pregnant woman!
Also, I've discovered that my prenatal vitamin is not agreeing with me. Have been off it over a week now and have been doing great, only to go on a folic acid supplement and have the same issues. So I've decided to go off all prenatals and stick with my greens. I mean, if you really think about it, women have had children for millenia without taking supplements. Will just forge ahead as they did!
Writing for no-one in particular.....
Tim & I have many friends who have wanted family for a long time and are yet to be blessed with the miracle of one. However, we do know one couple who have been married for 5 years now, and have waited for a child, and are now eagerly anticipating the arrival of their little one. She is currently 13 weeks along. In fact her due date is exactly 4 weeks before ours.
That's right, after 12 years of marriage, and 10 years of waiting for a family, God has finally blessed us with our own little bundle of joy! We decided to only let know as many as we absolutely had to until we've reached the 3 month mark. After reading Melinda's blog, I have been itching to start one of my own that we can share with all of you when we let the cat out of the bag.
Needless to say, the past 9 weeks have not been what I would call "easy". I have been very fortunate to not have experienced morning sickness, or complete exhaustion on a daily basis. However, there have been some issues that have had us relying on God for the protection of our child. He has been completely faithful in preserving this pregnancy, for which we are truly grateful. We can see His hand in the absolutely perfect timing of this blessing. Something we also had realized might not be in our future. But how merciful and loving a Father we have!
That's right, after 12 years of marriage, and 10 years of waiting for a family, God has finally blessed us with our own little bundle of joy! We decided to only let know as many as we absolutely had to until we've reached the 3 month mark. After reading Melinda's blog, I have been itching to start one of my own that we can share with all of you when we let the cat out of the bag.
Needless to say, the past 9 weeks have not been what I would call "easy". I have been very fortunate to not have experienced morning sickness, or complete exhaustion on a daily basis. However, there have been some issues that have had us relying on God for the protection of our child. He has been completely faithful in preserving this pregnancy, for which we are truly grateful. We can see His hand in the absolutely perfect timing of this blessing. Something we also had realized might not be in our future. But how merciful and loving a Father we have!
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