Begin at the beginning.

Oh, now where do I start……yes, at the beginning…..pregnancy!

For those of you currently pregnant, congratulations!
Savour these days, enjoy as much peace and relaxation as you can. Soon your days and nights will be occupied with someone wholly dependant upon you. Sound scary? It sure did to me. Turns out it’s not so bad after all *smiles*. Hell, I did it twice :-P

Despite the usual pregnancy discomforts, yes, I had severe morning sickness (try not to go on a holiday that encompasses 3 flights, I was adept at securing all the sick bags in a 10 foot radius within 5 mins of boarding >.<); the tender heavy breasts as well (I remember carrying them down the stairs, so painful) and, haha, there always had to be a toilet within waddling distance in the last few months. But hey, with the bad comes the good. I had no migraines for nine months, well worth it, I’d say!

Oh the joys of pregnancy……and the woes, those size 10 jeans had to go to the back of the wardrobe along with the little summer dresses. A word to the wise ladies, get measured up and buy a good bra, if it’s the only concession you make, do it. You’ll be happy you did later on. *Looks down* Hmm, wish someone had given ME that advice.

I went along to antenatal classes, mostly to try and meet other pregnant women as my friends were all working and after the baby was born, I knew I would need adult company as I had no family around to help and advise me. Sadly, I didn't meet anyone I clicked with, but nonetheless I learnt how to breathe properly :-P

So, my pregnancy progressed and I enjoyed it. That incredible feeling when the baby moves within you and you see a little hand or foot push against your skin. I was in love with that child already. I sensed I was carrying a boy so agreed with my hubs that I would choose the boys name and he could choose a girls.

Work was great those last few months, people are so courteous, I think half of my ‘bump’ was coffee/tea/food filled as my colleagues really looked after me. Kept me fit running to the loo though :-P
I finished work 2 weeks before my due date, shopping time! Last minute preparations, the hospital overnight bag ect…I rested well, did as little as possible. I remember lying on the couch watching my bump kick oranges off my stomach.

Then, before I knew it, I was in hospital one evening and son1 was on his way. I had opted for a waterbirth but it wasn’t to be. So I rather ungracefully lay on a giant beanbag on the floor and grunted and groaned my way through. Gas and air, don’t you just love it!! Sure makes you forget how yr hair is sweat plastered against your head, those awful grunting noises you make and how yr nightwear is around yr waist and suddenly everything seems totally hilarious. But let's not to forget the pain. It truly is amazing, just when you think you can tolerate it no longer, it fades away. Only to return seconds later. It’s never totally unbearable though :-)

That first look at son1 melted my heart. He was so perfect! I kept him within sight from that moment, even while I was being stitched back together. The nurse was great at making smalltalk whilst doing an A1 sewing job. However, all pain was forgotten, I was on a high and a new era had begun………