Most women tell me that they're so in love with their child once they finally meet him, that they don't have time to miss being pregnant, but just in case, I thought I'd make a list of the things I'm looking forward to after delivery - aside from actually having my child in my arms, that is!
In no particular order, I'm looking forward to:
- being able to put my underwear and pants on without having to sit down
- being able to sleep on my stomach
- getting in a good cardio workout
- turning over in bed/getting out of bed/getting up off the couch without pain
- getting a massage while lying on my back and stomach
- wearing my super cute shoes again
- drinking a glass of red wine (that'll be a while after delivery, but still really looking forward to it!)
- walking without a limp/waddle
- eating soft cheeses without worrying if they're pasteurized
Heidi and I went for a walk this evening, and had several people ask me when my baby was due. It was very weird to respond, "Yesterday!" One older woman in a wheelchair suggested I wash my hair in the sink...that's one I haven't heard before.
Right now I've taking my doula's advice and have been alternating 5 minutes on and 5 minutes off the breast pump. It was helpful to figure out how it works before I actually need to use it to pump milk, and I've learned I really need to invest in one of those hands free pumping bras, so even if it does nothing, it has been helpful. But it has caused a few Braxton Hicks contractions, and one much stronger contraction, so let's hope it's making my cervix dilate like it's supposed to!
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Ahhh!!! So exciting!!! I could not be happier for you. What's the about-to-have-a-baby equivalent of "break a leg"?
ReplyDeleteI have missed being pregnant at moments since delivering...I actually felt phantom movement in my belly the 1st few days after Elena was born.
ReplyDeleteAny time now Shannon! :)
ReplyDeleteWaiting with baited breath (in between bouts of feeling extremely sick)!
ReplyDeletesooooo excited for you!!!!
ReplyDeleteare you glad that you are getting some time to enjoy being pregnant before Chiquito comes? any last minute projects... or just R&R?
anyway, i hope you get all the goodness out of that silver lining (since i know you want to deliver already) that you can!
What I miss is being able to go to work and still have my baby right there, feeling him kick as I go about my job.
ReplyDeleteBut about hands-free pumping bras - just buy a cheap sports bra and cut holes in the front for the cup. I made a hands-free thing for something like $6, instead of spending $40 on a regular one.
I loved being pregnant too. People are so nice to you. They ask some crazy questions and give unsolicited advice, but everyone is so nice. You feel special all the time. And I loved feeling those little kicks of another little person in my body that I would soon meet.
ReplyDeleteI'm so excited for you, Shannon, and I can't wait to read the birth story.
I hope your next blog post contains Chiquitito's first baby pictures. :)
ReplyDeleteKeeping my fingers crossed that he doesn't keep you waiting much longer!
I can imagine how exciting it will be to return to greater physical freedom and being able to do so many more things. And how special it must feel to be pregnant and carry baby with you everywhere, being so in tune with movements etc. Thinking of you and sending good wishes!
ReplyDeleteLots of love, lots of hugs, and lots of "Go Chiquitito Go!" thoughts your way while we wait for his Grand Entrance. :)
ReplyDeleteGabby
So exciting, Shannon! Any minute now....
ReplyDeleteLove the list you put together. A great reminder of things to come, most especially seeing your little Chiquitito's handsome face. (and of course a glass of wine!)
Thinking of you everyday :)
I thought I would miss pregnancy but I really don't most of the time. I still miss sleeping on my stomach some nights but thats cause Jett likes to sleep on it for me!
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