Hey there, strangers! I'm sorry it has been so long since I have blogged, but I guess I've been scared. I've been scared that if I blog about this pregnancy, something will happen and I will jinx it. Obviously I know God is in control and the plan is already set in place, but it still makes me so nervous. Plus, I have so many friend in real-life, and on the blogging world, who are struggling with fertility, and I feel like my posts are just slaps in the face to them, which doesn't make me feel good. I feel like I am stuck- I want to embrace this special time, yet I don't want to "brag" or seem like I don't hurt for the rest of my friends- which is why I haven't blogged much. I want to document this time, so I have decided to complete the weekly surveys I've seen everywhere online. I can't guarantee they will always happen, or that I won't change the questions, but at least it is a step in the right direction.
Please know that my heart goes out to everyone struggling with infertility. Whether you're suffering in silence, through your blog, or a mixture of both, please know that I pray for you every.single.day. I hurt alongside you and I mourn the loss you are feeling. I will never feel offended if you can't read my blog, but just know I am praying with all of my might for you and your precious heart.
How Far Along: 16 Weeks
Please know that my heart goes out to everyone struggling with infertility. Whether you're suffering in silence, through your blog, or a mixture of both, please know that I pray for you every.single.day. I hurt alongside you and I mourn the loss you are feeling. I will never feel offended if you can't read my blog, but just know I am praying with all of my might for you and your precious heart.
How Far Along: 16 Weeks
Maternity Clothes: My mom and I went shopping and she bought me a few shirts, but I'm not wearing them, yet. My jeans still fit, but the maternity jeans are so much more comfortable!
Sleep: I'm usually up about three times to go to the bathroom, which is an improvement from the first trimester!
Best Moment of the Week: Seeing our beautiful little baby on the ultrasound screen and having my parents there to witness this miracle! He/she even waved to us :)
Miss Anything: I would give up everything for this moment! Regardless, I do miss deli meat!
Movement: No, but I am so ready for it!
Food Cravings: Fettucini alfredo, tator tots, and apples
Unusual Symptoms: Heartburn! I've never had heartburn before, but during week 14, I had heartburn so bad it was unreal... I almost felt like I was having a heart attack. However, after listening to some of my friends who are experts on this, I did get it to go away.
Anything Making you Queasy or Sick: The garbage, perfume, and my toothbrush
Gender: Only God knows :)
Labor Signs: I sure hope not!
Happy or Moody Most of the Time: SO happy! I will say that I did get a little moody with my 9th graders who were being way too dramatic on Tuesday and one of them said, "So, with this pregnancy business does that mean you are going to be moody?" I guess I was moody that day!
Looking Forward To: Thinking about the nursery and hearing what my friend Brittany is having- I vote girl!
Countdown: 167 days to go!
Yay!!
ReplyDeleteKatie Jeanne, we've been matched up for Jessah's mug swap! I am not only happy to participate in that with you, but to also be introduced to your blog. I am now 26 weeks pregnant with twins, but I know exactly what you mean about being scared. I can't help but worry on a daily basis and pray that we make it home with both babies, both healthy. How do we not worry after everything we've been through to get where we are at right now? Congratulations to you though, and I will be adding you to my prayers for a healthy pregnancy with a happy ending! My email address is pantheramber@gmail.com I am looking forward to shopping for a new mug to send you!
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