Last night I said goodnight to the baby and pat my tummy three times in a row. The baby promptly high-fived me in the exact spot where I had placed my hand. So, naturally I did it again, and he did his thing again too, and we went back and forth like that for about five minutes. It was amazing! Sleepy Don was able to keep it going for a bit too, until he pooped out and fell asleep with his hand on my belly, leaving the baby back to entertaining himself for the night.
When I was at the doctor's office last week she asked me if I had felt any movements yet. I reminded her that I felt movement over ten weeks ago, and she seemed surprised. I was so confused why she would ask that. Sometimes he kicks so strongly that I feel seriously startled! Is it possible some women are just starting to feel movement? Does this mean I am going to have an extremely active, and mobile child? Probably. Great. It's looking like he will most definitely take after his dad, who according to my mother in law was practically out the door by the time he would walk. It's also looking like I will most definitely be worn out chasing him all over the place for the next few years. Good thing I will have Marley to help me baby sit! She is going to be the best nanny ever.
I got my 26 week baby gram today. Apparently the baby is more than a foot long, and weighs over 2 pounds. I can't believe it! He's bigger than an eggplant already! Wednesday night Don and I went to a class at our church and one of the pastors asked me if we were ready yet for the baby. We laughed and joked together, and then Don and I left to go home. About one minute into the car ride on the way home, I realized how not ready we are, and I started to cry. I can't believe my mom was only 21 on her first go. I wish she lived closer!!! Needless to say, we decided this weekend to have a date at the Library and to rent a few DVD's on baby care, and Lamaze. I think that will help a lot.
Missing you all!
That's such a beautiful time.. write letters to the baby.. you won't remember all these things your feeling now... There will be many more amazing feelings once they place that baby in your arms. You will be ready for it, regardless of what preparations you've done or haven't done! Sarah was extremely active in the womb and well, you know Sarah! :) Kevin was not so active "inside" but he's as busy or busier than Sarah ever was. Not sure if you can tell ahead of time. No matter, when you meet that little one, you will feel your heart grow a thousand times in ways you can't even imagine. :)
ReplyDeleteJust remember that you are changing as the baby is growing. You will all adapt to each other and life will work itself out...You don't have to even try to have it all figured out because you cannot predict this precious individual. He is completely unknown to all, save God. And your gift is discovering who he is and knowing that he will bring some wonderful changes to your lives...nothing to fear if you always remember he is God's gift to you. So relax and enjoy the journey! Can't wait to meet this little fellow.
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that is SO cool that the baby and you are already communicating in the patty cake way! WOW - I've never felt that :) praying for you! love you too :)
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