The dentist I work for lives in Vancouver and his kids have spring break this week, so I am off this week instead of last. I have been looking forward to this week for a while now, I love having several possible "lazy" days in a row. Not so much lazy, more just the type of days where I can go at my own pace and not have to be anywhere. Well this morning I was especially grateful for not having to be anywhere since my nausea is in full swing. Andrew didn't have to work until 11 so he was here throughout the morning, wondering where I disappeared to. I had gone back to bed! He off course probably thinks I will spend the whole day there, but of course I won't. The thing that struck me was when he came in to check on me he kind of hopped on the bed and "bounced" his way over to me. I was like, "don't bounce the bed!" He seemed unaware that this would be able to cause me some form of discomfort. This incident led me to a memory of my mother. I was lucky enough to be present for the births of my siblings Noah, Taylor, Hayden, and Autumn. And there are a few things I learned really quick. When my mom is in labor DO NOT touch the bed, in any way shape or form. I am sure it has less to to with nausea and more to do with contractions, but for a brief moment this morning I felt a new connection to my mother. And so I re-issue the warning to my husband: do not bounce the bed!
3.31.2008
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I hear ya. When I'm pregnant and sick *any* motion throws me off. I sure hope that you will be feeling better soon! Enjoy your week off, the best you can anyway :)
I love the nine months, sickness and all. I love feeling this little being growing. Im so excited for you!
My doctor always told me that sickness is a sign of a healthy prenancy:) If it gets really bad you'll have to ask your dr. for some Zofran, it makes things so much more bearable:) Hang in there!
Sorry you're feeling icky, oh how I remember those days! I finally remembered the stuff that worked for me- EMITROL. It's kind of a sweet syrup. I was totally laughing about your mom in labor, my big thing was wanting everyone to be quiet- no music no nothing- just concentrating.
I love that you wrote about having a new connection with your mom. Once I had Ben...the mother/daughter relationship changed. The bond became so incredibly strong and I saw her in a whole new light. Enjoy every minute :)
I just want to say that the whole bed thing I am sure is because I had no drugs and any break in concentration I could feel the pain - that said I am so excited for you and you know I will be there beside you all the way:)
that makes me nauseous just remembering that. I hope it passes quickly for you, and congrats!!! BTW I love that little count down to baby thing on your page...too cute!
Toshia, Congratulations on your pregnancy!! I have not read blogs in forever and didn't realize you were expecting. Horray! I hope you feel better soon though.
So the funny thing is when it's over I only remember the good parts, I wish this for you. Isn't it wonderful to be growing a new little person.
lazy days are so nice during pregnancy! i hope you get over your nausea soon! i like the little countdown of baby you have, so cute :)
Hey I was so dang sick I had to go on medication-so I totally know how fun being totally sick is (sarcastic tone there). I sucked on popsickles, that really seemed to help. And there is an herbal tea that helps also......but I don't remember what it is called.
I remember the morning, or actually all day, sickness and my heart goes out to you. That's why I'm not too eager to get pregnant again - it's not the funnest thing in the world, but of course the end result is so worth it. Anyway, I hope you start feeling better soon!!
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