Hello, World.
I know when I found out I was pregnant - I was anxious to see the doctor. Something about hearing it from a 'professional' makes it really set in that it's "real." (Of course, your missed period and 3 pregnancy tests confirm it, but trust me when I say that it becomes even more real when the doc tells you so!).
I thought the visit would go like this:
I'd go to the doc with my hubby. I'd be sitting on the "bed," with hubby holding my hand next to me. The doc would bring in this machine, rub some type of gel on my tummy that would feel cold and uncomfortable, and bring up a visual...showing me that there is something actually in there! I thought, at the very minimum, the doc would do a blood test. Measure my HCG levels. Call me in again to see if they've doubled and everything is normal.....
Was I wrong!!
My first doctor's visit was at 6 weeks.
I walked in, they checked my weight...had me POS and confirmed my pregnancy. Ok, that wasn't what I expected. What about the heartbeat? What about the visual? I already knew that the stick would change color and give a positive! Duh!
The nurse then lead me to the gyno's examining room, where my doc did a regular Pap Smear - and I totally hate those. After she had completed, she said my hubby and I can meet her in her office. She gave me a bunch of paperwork, regarding the doctor's fees, the different types of tests which can be performed and when, etc. She asked if we had any questions (umm, you think?!), congratulated us, and sent us on our way.
I definitely felt kind of frustrated. I was expecting so much more! So, at this point, all I had were very light cramps. No other symptom. Oh, and a positive pregnancy test. I didn't "feel" pregnant. I wanted proof that there was something was growing in there. Tough luck! I'll have to wait til my 2nd appointment (which is usually at 11 or 12 weeks). Even then, my doc will use the Doppler instrument and let us listen to the baby's heartbeat. No visual! I believe when I get some of the tests that I've opted for, performed, that is when I'll get the first ultrasound, after which the next ultrasound will probably be at 5 months. After some researching, I found out, that in normal pregnancies - that is the total amount of visuals you get from the doc! Boo!
Anyway, at this point I do "feel" pregnant with my occasional nausea, feeling of chubbiness around my tummy, and cheese cravings. But, if you don't have a high risk pregnancy, you can rest assured that you're doc isn't going to do anything but perform a normal POS pregnancy test. ;)
I'm really looking forward to 6/4 - when I get to hear the heartbeat and when I get to tell all my family and friends officially :)
Ciao for now!
-M
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Monday, May 24, 2010
Month 2
This month was definitely filled with many more symptoms than the previous month!
Week 5 & 6:
I started getting slight cramps - which completely scared me, needless to say. They were very light (lighter than PMS cramps), but still did keep me restless. The doctor said it was perfectly normal, as long as there was no blood associated, or the cramps weren't painful...both of which were not in the picture. So far, so good! The only other symptom I had was my frequent trips to bathroom...and it wasn't because I was drinking too much water! I had to go literally every 20 minutes...and even wake up in the middle of the night twice. Fun stuff.
Week 7 & 8:
Still had the frequent urination. Felt bloated and chubby - felt much of that during this timeframe. The cramps were now just very rare occurances. But, I did go on a cruise...and it did seem like every thing I was eating was now STICKING to me. So, I did feel and look chubbier already! I vowed to begin walking as soon as I got back, which I did - and it worked wonders. I ended up losing some of that extra weight, which made me feel much better! Other than that - the nausea did kick in. I'm thankful it isn't too bad though. I do occasionally get the nauseated feeling, but don't actually vomit...most of the time. There have only been 3-4 times that I think I've actually vomitted. But, it really isn't bad at all. The nausea feeling is actually good - let's you know everything is normal, and I think it occurs because of the fluctuation of the hormones. So, I do have the feeling, but thankfully I'm not spending 80% of my time in the bathroom! ;) Physical changes - my breasts have gotten heavier and aerolas bigger. Even though I lost 5lbs of that "extra" weight, I can still feel a little chubbiness around my tummy.
I've started trying to go on walks every other day. I walk for about 2 hours - from my house to the front of my complex, at a normal speed (while talking on the phone and catching up with friends/family). The walks and fresh air def do help me to not feel as bloated!
Diet: I'm trying to keep total control of my diet. The cruise had me eating a lot of things which were really fattening, but it's all in control now! I'm eating "normally"...and do give in sometimes to some 'cravings.' I don't know, actually, if I would call it cravings, but there are times that I really feel like eating something in particular. For example, one day I felt like eating a Bean Burrito from Taco Bell (with lots of gooey cheese!), and another day I felt like eating Breadsticks with cheese from Pizza Hut! Yup, cheese is on my fav list...as is chicken. I'm not really craving any sweets, which is strange because usually I love sweets/chocolate! I have always loved spicy food, and continue to love it now :) My MIL also came within this timeframe, and is here making yummy food - from Punjabi Kadi to Paranthas! My baby has it made :) I'm trying to eat home-cooked food everyday, besides the weekend, as I usually do...so that I can continue to keep my weight in check!
That sums up the 2nd Month. I've now started Week 9, so I will try to keeping this updated in "real time" so that I do not forget any of the nitty-gritty details!
For now, I'm going to try and stay healthy & happy above all! :)
-M
Week 5 & 6:
I started getting slight cramps - which completely scared me, needless to say. They were very light (lighter than PMS cramps), but still did keep me restless. The doctor said it was perfectly normal, as long as there was no blood associated, or the cramps weren't painful...both of which were not in the picture. So far, so good! The only other symptom I had was my frequent trips to bathroom...and it wasn't because I was drinking too much water! I had to go literally every 20 minutes...and even wake up in the middle of the night twice. Fun stuff.
Week 7 & 8:
Still had the frequent urination. Felt bloated and chubby - felt much of that during this timeframe. The cramps were now just very rare occurances. But, I did go on a cruise...and it did seem like every thing I was eating was now STICKING to me. So, I did feel and look chubbier already! I vowed to begin walking as soon as I got back, which I did - and it worked wonders. I ended up losing some of that extra weight, which made me feel much better! Other than that - the nausea did kick in. I'm thankful it isn't too bad though. I do occasionally get the nauseated feeling, but don't actually vomit...most of the time. There have only been 3-4 times that I think I've actually vomitted. But, it really isn't bad at all. The nausea feeling is actually good - let's you know everything is normal, and I think it occurs because of the fluctuation of the hormones. So, I do have the feeling, but thankfully I'm not spending 80% of my time in the bathroom! ;) Physical changes - my breasts have gotten heavier and aerolas bigger. Even though I lost 5lbs of that "extra" weight, I can still feel a little chubbiness around my tummy.
I've started trying to go on walks every other day. I walk for about 2 hours - from my house to the front of my complex, at a normal speed (while talking on the phone and catching up with friends/family). The walks and fresh air def do help me to not feel as bloated!
Diet: I'm trying to keep total control of my diet. The cruise had me eating a lot of things which were really fattening, but it's all in control now! I'm eating "normally"...and do give in sometimes to some 'cravings.' I don't know, actually, if I would call it cravings, but there are times that I really feel like eating something in particular. For example, one day I felt like eating a Bean Burrito from Taco Bell (with lots of gooey cheese!), and another day I felt like eating Breadsticks with cheese from Pizza Hut! Yup, cheese is on my fav list...as is chicken. I'm not really craving any sweets, which is strange because usually I love sweets/chocolate! I have always loved spicy food, and continue to love it now :) My MIL also came within this timeframe, and is here making yummy food - from Punjabi Kadi to Paranthas! My baby has it made :) I'm trying to eat home-cooked food everyday, besides the weekend, as I usually do...so that I can continue to keep my weight in check!
That sums up the 2nd Month. I've now started Week 9, so I will try to keeping this updated in "real time" so that I do not forget any of the nitty-gritty details!
For now, I'm going to try and stay healthy & happy above all! :)
-M
Month 1
I'm on a roll today, in terms of writing these posts :)
I used the Clearblue Easy Fertility Monitor to conceive - and also charted my temperature. The temp thing didn't work too well for me, since I didn't really see a "peak" - but it did help determine if I was pregnant :) We tried on the High and Peak days as per the monitor and voila, I got a positive in Month 1 :) I was hesitant to spend so much on this monitor, but after reading all of the great reviews from those who had conceived within the first 3 months of using the monitor, I thought there is no better investment than this if you're ready - which I was. And I was right! I'm so glad I got the monitor (which was suggested by my friend, Sheena).
Let me try and recap what I felt during Month 1.
I found out on Friday, 4/16 that I'm pregnant :) Before even taking the pregnancy test, I "knew" I was pregnant. I took my temperature that morning, and it was elevated beyond my normal temperature (which is a sign of pregnancy!). And...I just "felt" like something was different. I promised myself, though, that I would not take a pregnancy test until Monday. But, that promise didn't really hold through...(no patience whatsoever!). It was day 26 of my cycle (and I usually have a 24 day cycle).
I took the test that afternoon, after I couldn't take it any longer and just wanted to know! :) I POS, went back to my laptop...and remained patient for 5 mins ;) A part of me was thinking not to get so optimistic; after all, it was only the first month we had really "tried." However, when I went back into the bathroom, I was pleasantly surprised to see a BFP!!! (Big Fat Positive!). Hubby (S) was the first person I called, of course, and I literally cried tears of joy :) He was ecstatic as well. Below is a snapshot I took of the Positive Pregnancy Test - yes, I wanted to remember it!!! After all, I had been waiting for this day! ;)
I called Anu & Mansi after that...just to "try out" how it would feel telling everyone. Jokingly, I said I was pregnant. Mansi believed me, and was very happy (and shocked!)...as was Anu. I told Mansi it was just an April fools joke...and she bought it ;) Anu, however, did not! So of course, after she made me swear, I had to tell her it was actually the truth...so that is how Anu was the first to know :) The next to know was my MIL - she asked me if I was pregnant, and I said no...and then she said that if I am, and lied, that it won't be good...so I had to tell her the truth ;) Little did I know that the rest of the family would find out soon thereafter! Good news travels fast :) But, my plan was to tell the rest of the family later into my pregnancy since it was too soon at that moment and of course...you do get a little scared after hearing all the horror stories!
From my friends, Pooja was the first to know. I spoke to her daily about what I was feeling, and what "fun" I had to look forward to ;) Of course, she had the perfect pregnancy, so I was prepared to take things she said with that in mind...since I had the feeling that I would probably be the complete opposite!!!
Symptoms - again, everyone and every pregnancy is different. But, I honestly didn't feel anything. My aereolas did become bigger towards the end of the 4th week, but that is about all I felt. No other symptoms yet, but of course...it was still way too early! :)
That pretty much sums up everything that occurred during the first Month!
Woohoo - Baby is on the way!!! YAY!
-M
I used the Clearblue Easy Fertility Monitor to conceive - and also charted my temperature. The temp thing didn't work too well for me, since I didn't really see a "peak" - but it did help determine if I was pregnant :) We tried on the High and Peak days as per the monitor and voila, I got a positive in Month 1 :) I was hesitant to spend so much on this monitor, but after reading all of the great reviews from those who had conceived within the first 3 months of using the monitor, I thought there is no better investment than this if you're ready - which I was. And I was right! I'm so glad I got the monitor (which was suggested by my friend, Sheena).
Let me try and recap what I felt during Month 1.
I found out on Friday, 4/16 that I'm pregnant :) Before even taking the pregnancy test, I "knew" I was pregnant. I took my temperature that morning, and it was elevated beyond my normal temperature (which is a sign of pregnancy!). And...I just "felt" like something was different. I promised myself, though, that I would not take a pregnancy test until Monday. But, that promise didn't really hold through...(no patience whatsoever!). It was day 26 of my cycle (and I usually have a 24 day cycle).
I took the test that afternoon, after I couldn't take it any longer and just wanted to know! :) I POS, went back to my laptop...and remained patient for 5 mins ;) A part of me was thinking not to get so optimistic; after all, it was only the first month we had really "tried." However, when I went back into the bathroom, I was pleasantly surprised to see a BFP!!! (Big Fat Positive!). Hubby (S) was the first person I called, of course, and I literally cried tears of joy :) He was ecstatic as well. Below is a snapshot I took of the Positive Pregnancy Test - yes, I wanted to remember it!!! After all, I had been waiting for this day! ;)
I called Anu & Mansi after that...just to "try out" how it would feel telling everyone. Jokingly, I said I was pregnant. Mansi believed me, and was very happy (and shocked!)...as was Anu. I told Mansi it was just an April fools joke...and she bought it ;) Anu, however, did not! So of course, after she made me swear, I had to tell her it was actually the truth...so that is how Anu was the first to know :) The next to know was my MIL - she asked me if I was pregnant, and I said no...and then she said that if I am, and lied, that it won't be good...so I had to tell her the truth ;) Little did I know that the rest of the family would find out soon thereafter! Good news travels fast :) But, my plan was to tell the rest of the family later into my pregnancy since it was too soon at that moment and of course...you do get a little scared after hearing all the horror stories!
From my friends, Pooja was the first to know. I spoke to her daily about what I was feeling, and what "fun" I had to look forward to ;) Of course, she had the perfect pregnancy, so I was prepared to take things she said with that in mind...since I had the feeling that I would probably be the complete opposite!!!
Symptoms - again, everyone and every pregnancy is different. But, I honestly didn't feel anything. My aereolas did become bigger towards the end of the 4th week, but that is about all I felt. No other symptoms yet, but of course...it was still way too early! :)
That pretty much sums up everything that occurred during the first Month!
Woohoo - Baby is on the way!!! YAY!
-M
My Best Friends
I definitely need to have a seperate post for my best friends, Falak and Ayesha. This is to you both!
I'm telling you the big news via this post: You both are going to be Massis :) You can go back and read my other posts to catch up...but I thought I should have something especially for you both to give you the news and to apologize...for not being able to share it sooner!
First off, Sorry!!!! I know both of you are going to be very mad that you're finding out much later into my pregnancy, but I had forewarned you of my 'superstitious beliefs' in advance :) You know I love you both!!! Seriously, I loved the way you both "guessed" and kept saying I'm pregnant, and that I'm hiding it. I wish I could've admitted it...but you both were right :)
Ayesha - HA! Now you know why I had gotten chubbier ;) No, I was not just becoming FAT. I had a reason! LOL...so I guess you can't officially tease me. Although, with the way you were grilling me and questioning me, it was VERY hard not to tell you!
Falak - Now you know why I was so persistent in giving you my tips and telling you they actually work :) I got pregnant the very first month I started 'trying' those things :) So, I hope that encourages you as well now!
You guys can now go back to my original post - "The Beginning" and read through it. Or, you can now IM me and yell at me for not telling you sooner ;)
Either way, be sure to leave a post so baby knows he/she is loved by both my best friends!
Love you guys...
...and love you my little one :)
-M
I'm telling you the big news via this post: You both are going to be Massis :) You can go back and read my other posts to catch up...but I thought I should have something especially for you both to give you the news and to apologize...for not being able to share it sooner!
First off, Sorry!!!! I know both of you are going to be very mad that you're finding out much later into my pregnancy, but I had forewarned you of my 'superstitious beliefs' in advance :) You know I love you both!!! Seriously, I loved the way you both "guessed" and kept saying I'm pregnant, and that I'm hiding it. I wish I could've admitted it...but you both were right :)
Ayesha - HA! Now you know why I had gotten chubbier ;) No, I was not just becoming FAT. I had a reason! LOL...so I guess you can't officially tease me. Although, with the way you were grilling me and questioning me, it was VERY hard not to tell you!
Falak - Now you know why I was so persistent in giving you my tips and telling you they actually work :) I got pregnant the very first month I started 'trying' those things :) So, I hope that encourages you as well now!
You guys can now go back to my original post - "The Beginning" and read through it. Or, you can now IM me and yell at me for not telling you sooner ;)
Either way, be sure to leave a post so baby knows he/she is loved by both my best friends!
Love you guys...
...and love you my little one :)
-M
Baby - Introducing Your Family!
This post is to my baby...to let him/her know about their loving family and all of the excitement going on in the "background" to prepare for his/her birth!
Daddy:
Since you already know what Mommy is feeling from the previous posts, let me tell you about your Daddy. To say that he is on top of this world, would be an understatement. He loves kids. So, when he found out that you're on the way, he was happy and excited from Day 1! We even have some names short-listed. He doesn't care whether you are a boy or a girl - because the only thing he wanted was a little one of his own to love, cuddle and play with. Your Daddy is looking forward to having someone play video games with him, to spoil with all the latest toys and gadgets, someone to hug him and kiss him and someone he can love to no end! Every night, when we lay in bed, regardless of whether I'm awake or sleeping - your Daddy rubs your home (my tummy) and says this is his way of loving you before you enter this world, so I can't complain! He started doing this when you were the size of a letter on this post, so you can only imagine how much he will love you once you are in this world. :) Your Daddy will always have a soft spot for you no matter what - and if you're old enough to read this, make sure you go and give your Daddy a hug right away! :)
Naani & Daadi
So, little one, you should know...that your Naani & Daadi love you very much! They both have been waiting...and sometimes, not patiently, for this day!!! Haha :) Yes, after 6 years, their prayers were answered and news that you were going to be their grandchild was delivered to them both. Both of them were so excited! Your Naani literally screamed (and proceeded to share the news with your Naanu), and your Daadi booked a ticket the next day to come and take care of me (and feed you!) lol. Your Daadi is literally making me eat "AMLA KA MURABBA" (it is TOO sweet, and doesn't taste good) EVERYDAY! She is also making you yummy meals...sometimes before I can even think of what I feel like eating, she knows...so it seems like you two have a connection already! Your naani calls me to lecture me on the do's and don'ts, and most importantly to remind me to stay happy so that you are happy, too :) She is also always asking me what I would like to eat! You are blessed, little one, to have such loving grandmothers :)
Naanu & Daadu
Both your grandfathers are very down-to-earth, but both are geuninely excited and awaiting your arrival! Your naanu was in shock to hear that you're on your way :) Your daadu was a little more reserved, but happy just the same!!! Although both your grandfathers aren't as expressive right now, I can guarantee, they will be the ones to spoil you to no end...even more so than your grandmoms :)
Massi
Your Anu massi was the first to know about you!!! And needless to say, she is constantly asking me about you..."Howz chota doing?" hehe. She has nicknamed you "chota" meaning "little one." She is the one that will be throwing your baby shower (along with your Naani & Mansi Massi!) and is so excited to plan for everything around you. :) She is excited to be a "real" massi, and ready to play with you already!!! She was even planning on taking off from work to take care of me (before she knew that your Daadi will be here). She kept a 'chaliya' during which she also prayed for you to be here...and then once she found out that you're on your way, she prayed for your well-being everyday that she went to the Gurudwara. See how much your Massi loves you! :)
Naani & Daadi
So, little one, you should know...that your Naani & Daadi love you very much! They both have been waiting...and sometimes, not patiently, for this day!!! Haha :) Yes, after 6 years, their prayers were answered and news that you were going to be their grandchild was delivered to them both. Both of them were so excited! Your Naani literally screamed (and proceeded to share the news with your Naanu), and your Daadi booked a ticket the next day to come and take care of me (and feed you!) lol. Your Daadi is literally making me eat "AMLA KA MURABBA" (it is TOO sweet, and doesn't taste good) EVERYDAY! She is also making you yummy meals...sometimes before I can even think of what I feel like eating, she knows...so it seems like you two have a connection already! Your naani calls me to lecture me on the do's and don'ts, and most importantly to remind me to stay happy so that you are happy, too :) She is also always asking me what I would like to eat! You are blessed, little one, to have such loving grandmothers :)
Naanu & Daadu
Both your grandfathers are very down-to-earth, but both are geuninely excited and awaiting your arrival! Your naanu was in shock to hear that you're on your way :) Your daadu was a little more reserved, but happy just the same!!! Although both your grandfathers aren't as expressive right now, I can guarantee, they will be the ones to spoil you to no end...even more so than your grandmoms :)
Massi
Your Anu massi was the first to know about you!!! And needless to say, she is constantly asking me about you..."Howz chota doing?" hehe. She has nicknamed you "chota" meaning "little one." She is the one that will be throwing your baby shower (along with your Naani & Mansi Massi!) and is so excited to plan for everything around you. :) She is excited to be a "real" massi, and ready to play with you already!!! She was even planning on taking off from work to take care of me (before she knew that your Daadi will be here). She kept a 'chaliya' during which she also prayed for you to be here...and then once she found out that you're on your way, she prayed for your well-being everyday that she went to the Gurudwara. See how much your Massi loves you! :)
Mansi Massi is also very close to your mommy. Mommy spends almost every day talking about you, her thoughts, her feelings to Mansi Massi...on chat...while working ;-) Mansi Massi is really looking forward to your arrival - so much so, that on many days, she is feeling my pregnancy symptoms ;) That's called "sympathy" symptoms...goes to show how close we are!!! :)
Chachu and Chachi
Varun Chachu and Vani Chachi were among the first to know as well...and the news was shared by your Daadi to them, since she couldn't contain her excitement :) They just called me as well to share their happiness and excitement! Your chachu has always wanted to come to the US during Winter to see the snowfall, so you've given him the perfect excuse! Your chachi has already spoiled your mom with the latest kurtis (in maternity wear sizes!) so your mom can look all trendy while you're in her tummy :) Your Vani chachi has also kept a 'chaliya,' going to the Gurudwara and Mandir to pray for your well-being and good health.
Baby, you are blessed to have each one of these members of your family. Just remember, no matter what, each one of these family members will always remain by your side and will love you for who you are! Always try to make everyone in your family proud, because you mean the world to each one of us! :)
Chachu and Chachi
Varun Chachu and Vani Chachi were among the first to know as well...and the news was shared by your Daadi to them, since she couldn't contain her excitement :) They just called me as well to share their happiness and excitement! Your chachu has always wanted to come to the US during Winter to see the snowfall, so you've given him the perfect excuse! Your chachi has already spoiled your mom with the latest kurtis (in maternity wear sizes!) so your mom can look all trendy while you're in her tummy :) Your Vani chachi has also kept a 'chaliya,' going to the Gurudwara and Mandir to pray for your well-being and good health.
Baby, you are blessed to have each one of these members of your family. Just remember, no matter what, each one of these family members will always remain by your side and will love you for who you are! Always try to make everyone in your family proud, because you mean the world to each one of us! :)
-M
Thursday, May 20, 2010
The Beginning...
Beginnings are wonderful, aren't they? The butterflies you feel when you begin a new journey...the way your heart beats when you think about the future...the way your skin gets goosebumps when you know something is going to change...for the better. Yes, beginnings truly are wonderful :)
I decided to create this blog to capture the moments of what is said to be the most beautiful and precious time in a woman's life - her pregnancy. This phase is considered to be a right of passage into womanhood - just like marriage. However, although marriage brings together two souls, this phase of a woman's life is said to be the most important - a woman is next to God in bringing forth one of His beloved beings into this world. What an amazing thought! A woman is housing within her, for 9 months, a living being that will one day make her smile - and cry - make her proud, and perhaps hurt her at times...but, will always remain a cherished part of her being and soul. She is carrying within herself a little piece of heaven. And so here I am...with an angel growing inside me...and appropriately due on Christmas :)
I want to remember each moment. Time flies by so fast. It seems like only yesterday that I got married - and it has actually been a little over 6 years! And yet, although the journey has been memorable, I can only remember the highlights ;) Therefore, what better way to jog your memory in this day and age, than with a blog! One day, my child will be much older, able to read these posts, and I want him or her to know that there was love in my heart for them since the very first day that I knew I conceived. My baby love...I love you.
A little more about me: So, you know now that I've been married 6 years. My husband is wonderful, and is as excited as I am for this new arrival in our life :) We spent these years of marriage focusing on US...our marriage, our growth as a couple, and our growth as individuals - progressing in our careers to the point until we felt we were 'ready' for a baby in our life. I know - you shouldn't plan everything; after all, isn't it the spontaneity that makes it worth living? But, no harm in having some goals and milestones. I had always planned that even if I got married early (which I did at 22 - and yes, that means I am 28 now!) that I will do my MBA. Definitely glad to have that out of my way - I graduated in June 2009. Career-wise, I'm at the point where I wanted to be by the age of 30. I wanted to be a homeowner, which I am, and I have to say...it is my dream house! My husband is well-settled in his career - a business owner. Yup, I'm exactly where I wanted to be at this point in my life - with our little one now on the way! Life is good - and I thank God everyday for each one of my blessings!
I'm going to aim to use this blog as not only a profession of my love to my little one, but I do want this to be helpful to other expectant mothers or mothers-to-be. Everyone is different - and every pregnancy is different - so the symptoms and feelings I describe are to be taken with that in mind. I'm hoping to keep this updated weekly throughout my pregnancy (and thereafter!).
I'm currently in Week 8 - so I'll create a new post capturing what I've felt so far in the first 2 months of this pregnancy.
Stay tuned :)
-M
P.S.: Love you, my little one :)
I decided to create this blog to capture the moments of what is said to be the most beautiful and precious time in a woman's life - her pregnancy. This phase is considered to be a right of passage into womanhood - just like marriage. However, although marriage brings together two souls, this phase of a woman's life is said to be the most important - a woman is next to God in bringing forth one of His beloved beings into this world. What an amazing thought! A woman is housing within her, for 9 months, a living being that will one day make her smile - and cry - make her proud, and perhaps hurt her at times...but, will always remain a cherished part of her being and soul. She is carrying within herself a little piece of heaven. And so here I am...with an angel growing inside me...and appropriately due on Christmas :)
I want to remember each moment. Time flies by so fast. It seems like only yesterday that I got married - and it has actually been a little over 6 years! And yet, although the journey has been memorable, I can only remember the highlights ;) Therefore, what better way to jog your memory in this day and age, than with a blog! One day, my child will be much older, able to read these posts, and I want him or her to know that there was love in my heart for them since the very first day that I knew I conceived. My baby love...I love you.
A little more about me: So, you know now that I've been married 6 years. My husband is wonderful, and is as excited as I am for this new arrival in our life :) We spent these years of marriage focusing on US...our marriage, our growth as a couple, and our growth as individuals - progressing in our careers to the point until we felt we were 'ready' for a baby in our life. I know - you shouldn't plan everything; after all, isn't it the spontaneity that makes it worth living? But, no harm in having some goals and milestones. I had always planned that even if I got married early (which I did at 22 - and yes, that means I am 28 now!) that I will do my MBA. Definitely glad to have that out of my way - I graduated in June 2009. Career-wise, I'm at the point where I wanted to be by the age of 30. I wanted to be a homeowner, which I am, and I have to say...it is my dream house! My husband is well-settled in his career - a business owner. Yup, I'm exactly where I wanted to be at this point in my life - with our little one now on the way! Life is good - and I thank God everyday for each one of my blessings!
I'm going to aim to use this blog as not only a profession of my love to my little one, but I do want this to be helpful to other expectant mothers or mothers-to-be. Everyone is different - and every pregnancy is different - so the symptoms and feelings I describe are to be taken with that in mind. I'm hoping to keep this updated weekly throughout my pregnancy (and thereafter!).
I'm currently in Week 8 - so I'll create a new post capturing what I've felt so far in the first 2 months of this pregnancy.
Stay tuned :)
-M
P.S.: Love you, my little one :)
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