Hi baby E,
Man, you are hopped up. You would think I was feeding you a mixture of caffeine and sugar. Oh wait, I do... :) Just kidding you. I normally have less than 1 diet soda a day and surprisingly, our sugars haven't been too bad. Normally, you are pretty quiet unless I am laying down. But, the last few days, you are moving when I am laying, sitting, standing and walking. I still vote it is because you are screaming "Get me out of here...." I doubt the doctor will agree with me tomorrow but that is my vote.
I have been reading a pregnancy board of people who are all due in January. They were all discussing how they were feeling and I started feeling guilty because I have it pretty darn good - even though I whine all of the time. So, let's discuss the good things about this pregnancy. Obviously, you are the number one good thing about this pregnancy but that is a given.
1) I have no major medical issues. No high blood pressure, no preeclampsia, no placenta previa, no low amniotic fluid, no bedrest, no hospitalization, etc. I would say that my diabetes is pregnancy induced (since I was in remission) but I was predisposed to that anyway. Besides my cerclage, I am pretty darn well off.
2) I don't have any other little rugrats to worry about. When I am tired, I can rest. I don't have to worry about the care of other little ones or neglecting them.
3) I work from home. Most pregnant-moms have to wake up, shower, get dressed, drive to work, work all day (some even standing all day) and then collapse when they get home. I don't really have to shower (until your dad goes "You stink) if I don't want to, I didn't have to buy work maternity clothes and I am definitely not on my feet.
4) I am not overly concerned financially. Yes, things are going to change but I don't have to decide between formula and electricity. I have to decide between vacations or shopping trips and stuff for you. Big difference.
5) Your dad is a big help and is understanding. Not once has he ever said "Buck up." Not once has he ever said "No, Elijah does not want me to get him a glass of water." Not once has he ever said "Get out of bed and do something woman." Finally, not once has he ever missed a single doctor's appointment. (Let's take one moment to note that if he ever did think about saying "Get out of bed and do something", he would be very, very sorry afterwards)
6) I read about people with sciatic nerve problems, back problems, leg problems, vision problems, etc. Yes, I am uncomfortable and yes, sometimes I do have aches and pains but overall, I think I am in normal pregnancy mode and nothing too terrible.
7) I know I tell you this over and over but I have good insurance. I hope that when you are older, you say "Why did she keep talking about insurance?" Well, it is a bad economy and people are losing their jobs in addition to losing their healthcare insurance. Also, it is very expensive if you are not employed by a major corporation. But, I have good insurance. I am able to go to a high-risk perinatologist who takes excellent care of you. He lets us come see him just because I am a freak and am worried about you. We see you on ultrasound EVERY visit. Some people see their babies twice during a pregnancy. Some people don't even get to see their babies in 3D. Can you imagine the horror of that? :) We are very blessed.
8) Even though weeks 1-16 pretty much sucked, some people had it worse. Some people are hospitalized for dehydration or inability to keep anything down. It was bad but it could have been much, much worse.
9) I have a big support system. I am not going to be a single mom - unless your dad has a fatal heart attack during delivery. I am geographically close to a ton of family and friends who are mostly all willing to help with you. We had a great shower that helped support you financially and get us all ready for your arrival. We are definitely not lacking for help - when you make me at my wits end, I have a long list of people that I can call and say "COME TAKE CARE OF THIS MONSTER." :)
As you can see, your mom (and dad) are doing pretty darn good in this pregnancy and are grateful for our blessings even though I take every opportunity to whine to you about how horrible it is. I would kind of like to raise you like that - it is ok to complain about things every once and awhile as long as you are truly grateful for everything that you have going for you.
