12 more weeks....

When I went in for my last ultrasound I was discussing with my Doctor how these braxton hicks contractions are killers. I barely remember them with my others, but at times these can bring me to my knees. He smiled and said well you need to realize you are out of the fun phase. You are going to be pretty miserable and need to be aware that your body feels like you are full term. So you need to be extra cautious and aware of what your body is telling you. Looking over the last 28 weeks I have had a smooth pregnancy up to almost 26 weeks. I would wake up each morning make breakfast and my kids and I would do our chores together. At 26 weeks I woke up one morning sick to my stomach and spent most the day in bed. The next day I went to the hospital for contractions and was happy to hear I was not dialating and all was well. At my last appointment everything still looked great. However contractions are a common thing for me now. I am feeling frustrated because I have a to do list that would have taken me two days to finish but is taking me a lot longer. I have to take several rest breaks and if contractions begin I lay down for a few then try to start cleaning again. I am blessed to have my husband work from home because I know this would be impossible without him here to lend a hand.

I am blessed for this opportunity and try to count my blessings on days that I feel discouraged. My goal is to avoid bedrest so if taking a million breaks everyday is what I have to do then I will do it.