The Worry Wart

When my doctor told me that I would have to have a c-section I immediately, and magically, turned into a worry wart. I watched videos (not recommended), read mommy blogs, asked my mom and my friends about their c-section experiences, etc. Sleep never came easy and my brain seemed to never stray far from the thought of a c-section. I tried to look on the bright side...but I just couldn't. I didn't want a c-section...and so I did what every grown woman should do...I pouted :)

*Side Note: It is not a pretty sight nor is it productive to pout...*

I pouted for about a week or so...then I got a grip and just started praying. I prayed that my baby would be happy and healthy and beautiful. I told the Lord that I didn't care anymore how he got here I just wanted him here safely. If I had to have a c-section then so be it. 

I had an ultrasound yesterday to determine (once and for all) where that crazy placenta was.

*Another side note: If you haven't read the other blogs...my placenta is stubborn. It has not moved one bit over the past 7 1/2 months*

And wouldn't you know...IT MOVED!!!!! It is completely out of the way. In two weeks...the impossible happened.

How good is our God?

I keep a journal for Eddie. I share with him my excitement, my joy, my pregnancy experience (the boy version), and lessons I have learned along the way. I tell him about his family and my friends and our God. Today my lesson was simple:

"Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you."

1 Peter 5:7 

Even when things feel impossible..."with God all things are possible." (Matt. 19:26)  I want him to know that the Lord is always in control. Even when we don't feel like He is even there, He is always watching our back. He is the ultimate parent.

So, dear friends, there is no need to be worry warts. Warts are not pretty, productive or necessary. Our Daddy always takes care of us.


Blessings

The Kicking Machine

 

YAY! finally got it working! Enjoy...

And, yes, that is Grey's Anatomy playing in the background :) I had to do SOMETHING for that 1 hour 1/2! :)

30 Weeks and Counting

Today I went for our 30 week check up. Momma and Baby look GREAT! :) I have gained 10 pounds (very impressive...or at least I think so!), Eddie's heartbeat is good and strong, my blood pressure was a little higher than normal...but nothing to worry about, and I am measuring perfectly.

I go back next week for another ultrasound to check on the placenta. They say there is still a chance for that stubborn thing to move...so please be praying it moves! Because I have been watching c-section videos...and that is NOT something I want to do :)

Other than that...life is good. I am feeling great (better than EVER!), Ed is loving his new job, Shira is being herself and Eddie is kicking/turning like crazy lately.

Thank you for all your support and your love. I cannot wait for everyone to meet this precious child!



P.S.
I actually caught Eddie on camera the other day! Every time I want someone to see or feel him kick, he decides to be shy :) So after about 1 hour 1/2 of filming my belly, I finally caught him moving. As soon as I figure out how to edit the video (because I seriously doubt you want to watch a film of my belly for 1 hour 1/2) I will upload it!