24 Weeks
Hard to believe it that I’m 6 months pregnant already. The first trimester seemed to creep by but now the time is just flying. I think that Christmas has something to do with that. All of the busyness makes the weeks just go faster and faster and when it is all over and the slower days of January come along I’ll be in my third trimester…wow.
I had my usual midwife appointment this morning and my blood pressure is going up. She told me that along with the contractions that I’ve been experiencing my body is warning me to slow way down. I argued that is easier said than done at this time of the year with 3 children at home all day (and a husband!) but she made her point when she said…well, you can take some control and slow down on your own at home or you will have that taken away and be forced to slow down while you spend several weeks lying in a hospital bed. So, please pray that I will find a way to take life a little easier and keep a proper perspective of my own limits. I don’t want to wind up in the hospital trying to avoid preterm labor or worse yet, have this baby prematurely…especially this prematurely.
December 16th, 2009 at 7:24 pm
Slow down sweet friend. Rest. Make the time. Change things. Let things go. There is nothing that can’t be left to be done later.
Try some crock pot meals, things you can pop in the slow cooker and forget. You won’t feel guilty and everyone will still have a hot meal.
Hugs to you. Praying that your little one stay put in your womb until full term!
January 18th, 2010 at 1:42 pm
I’ve been thinking about you and wondering how you are. I often look up to your house and lift you up in prayer. So great to read about how the Lord is continually blessing you and your sweet baby. What a beautiful name!! Remember Romans 8:24!!! I have spent a lot of time praying on Hope and my Hope in the Lord. He is faithful and will always bring us through. I have loved reading your blogs about this new baby. Please let me know what I can do for you. I do hope you are really slowing down and lying down more. This baby needs you to take care of you and her. If ever I can help with a playdate for the kids, etc, don’t hesitate to ask!!!
God Bless you and your little one–praying God’s continued peace reign in your heart and soul!
January 21st, 2010 at 10:15 am
How about an update, just wanted you to know you are being thought of and prayed for.