Let's just say that my body and pregnancy do not go well together. That on top of getting 2 colds, the stomach flu, and now spending the last week with another flu/cold all since getting pregnant has made me feel like I'm just surviving day to day.
There are times in life when you feel great- clean the house, get in shape, be super mom, etc. and then there are times you just survive. We are going with the latter. I hope to feel more like my productive, energized self again soon :)
We were able to get me started on the progesterone shots which has been a huge blessing. I really hope that they will help me reach full-term. They are some nasty shots though. Think hormone (the hormone that gives you morning sickness which is why at almost 22 weeks I still have almost constant nausea) mixed with castor oil... so the shot is super thick and has to be injected over at least a minute.
And... Steven is my nurse who gets to give them to me. Ha. The first shot he gave me was pretty brutal but he has gotten much better. Coming from a guy who is not a needle person at all, I am proud that he is willing to do that for me and our little girl.
All in all... other than the sickness my pregnancy is going fairly well. There are some signs that point to pre-term labor and possible bed rest, but I am hoping that being optimistic will allow us to avoid that. Our baby girl is measuring perfectly, and is beautiful and healthy in every way. I can't wait to meet her and I love to think of the sweet end result that comes after enduring pregnancy.
Anyways... I hope that didn't sound too much like complaining. I am very blessed. I just wanted to document and remember why we haven't really done anything lately. On a good note... my mom came to visit!!
She was only here for two days, but it was just what I needed. We took Aubrey to the Palo Alto Childrens museum, went shopping, went to Ikea, the park, and had a great time. She left today and I miss her already. But, just like moms do.... the house is clean, the laundry is done, the cupboards and cars are full... and I feel like I can tackle life again!
