I don't know how we have gotten to this point but here we are. I remember during college when you only had six weeks left of the semester it just seemed as though time flew. I have learned alot the last eight months, and I know this is just the beginning. We are headed to a bBreastfeeding and Infant Care class tomorrow and next Saturday we are taking a Child Birthing class.
I spent a lot of time debating over whether to take classes from the hospital or not. I have read a ton of information on child birth and just wasn't sure quite what to do. I am the type of person that may over prepare and I always want to have all of my bases covered. The biggest thing holding me back was the cost, but after deciding that education is expensive, I bit the bullet and signed up for both classes. I will let you know if they were worth it and if I felt like they were essential for me as a first time mom.
So far, I think I am over my nervousness of everything. I am just ready to have her. She moves alot and her movements have become pretty strong. It is incredible to feel her and I am always grateful for the reminder that she is doing well. Justin and I are are very excited to meet her.
Sleeping is becoming more difficult. I wake up about every 2-3 hours to use the bathroom. A body pillow has been a major blessing the last couple of weeks, along with going to bed early. I have to say I have learned how much work it is to make these bodies for the spirits that come to this earth and I am so grateful my Mom chose to do it seven times. Exercise has been a huge help for coping with the muscle and joint stretching and pains of pregnancy. I have incorporated walking, resistance training and yoga into my daily activities. These last six weeks I am definitley going to focus more on the relaxation techniques with yoga and walking. I am starting to crave a good run. I can wait though.
Belly pics to come next week.
Justin and Ruth Blazzard
Your bedding is so cute! We just barely broke down and bought Kasila's crib last week. We had borrowed a cradle for the first little while. You're probably getting a lot of advice, but put your lil one in her own room as soon as you're comfortable. Both Scott and I slept so much better. We can still hear her "come get me" cries but not her little noises.
ReplyDeleteI loved my body pillow! It and my chiropractic appointments kept me feeling good up to the last week. Yes I want to know what you think of the classes. I opted to not take them so I'm curious. You're almost there! :)
:) so exciting!!! And I think you'll love the classes!! Even though I ended up with an emergency c-section, what I learned in class still helped me out, helped me stay calm and breath. I also loved the breast feeding class, but not until I had Blaikley and needed to use it. I was always comfortable and excited to breast feed, but the class helped me figure it out that much quicker. Congrats again! Can't wait to see you're beautiful baby!!
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