I knew it was coming. I knew since the loss of my last pregnancy when we talked with my doctor about what we could do differently next time. I knew since my first prenatal appointment with this pregnancy, and again my doctor brought it up. I have know for weeks.
However, after today's appointment when my doctor set the date for my surgery, and therefore bed rest, it really hit me that I don't have very much time. Everything is going to happen next Friday! I have already started making a list of meals that I can make and freeze. I am also going to be using our local library's online catalog a lot.
Although it is going to be a challenge, I already have lots of support and things to be thankful for. I have a husband who is already planning how he can be of help and support to me during this time. Both my mother and my in-laws will be coming in October and November to help while my husband is out of town. I have a great doctor that is going to check everything at least once a week. I have already seen the specialist who said that everything looks great right now and we are on course to have a successful pregnancy. Every day that I am able to make through is another day closer to holding my babies. I need to hold on to these positive thoughts.
My hope is that I use this blog a lot during that time, and mostly not to complain or whine (although I know I will need to from time to time). So truly, the countdown and preparation has begun!
I bet this isn't something you want a huge countdown ticker for right? But you can make one for your blog... just look up little gadgets!
ReplyDeleteI feel excited for you because bed rest does mean a better way to keep those little babies healthy! And I feel concerned for you because I bet the view from your window gets very boring.
Love you!
Oh, maybe you should create a subheading in your blog for other posts so you don't have to have pressure to look on the bright side. Maybe "The Crappy Side"?
ReplyDeleteWishing I lived closer to you so I could help you while you're in bed! I'll be praying that the time flies by!!!!! :)
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ReplyDeleteDeanne Smallwood-Thomas said...
ReplyDeleteyou will have to blog daily, ann! plus you and bethany will be able to watch dancing with the stars together (depending on the months....?) via telephone. you can read books, you could take up a hobby like knitting. you can write letters to your babies, or just journal for yourself.
as for your entry on ways to relax (which can also be used for your bedrest time), at my worst times i found painting to be a soothing outlet. nothing fancy, just watercolors or acrylics. painting random geometric designs. or coloring books. or just about anything! also i always enjoyed beadwork. making necklaces and bracelets with infinite color combinations. or anything else kind of crafty :)