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Pregnancy Recap

As I'm sitting here with the baby next to me I couldn't help but think all the hard things I went through in order to have my angel. I'm not writing this so people can think awe poor Perla but I'm doing for myself and for journaling purposes. It's easier for me to type things thant to write them. Yesterday for Fathers Day Timothy and I surprised daddy with a new outfit, a video with our favorite pictures of 2011 and baby pictures, we also made him a book, and breakfast of his choice. It ended up being a 17 minute video because I have so many pictures lucky for me Chris didn't mind because he is just that loving. As I was going through the thousands of pictures I have already taken I couldn't help but realize I can't belive how fast 38 1/2 weeks went by and I am extremly grateful. That's why I'm inspired to write about a recap of the entire 9 months. This had to be one of my biggest trials that I've ever experienced. Let me explain. The first trimester I was feeling nausceous, i throw up many times, and I had a hard time eating good. I was also working and taking classes. I was busy busy and it made it hard for me to get my rest and feel good. I hated how smells made me go crazy and always had the feeling of wanting to barf even though I couldn't. After I got through the first trimester things got better and second trimester was awesome! I wasn't too big and I could eat more things and not feel like throwing up all the time. The weather was beautiful and I was able to sleep normal again. In between second and third trimester I got some pretty upsetting news. I was diagnosed with gestational diabetes, drs scared me so bad and I had to go on a very depressing hard diet. It's even harder to do it while your pregnant and hormonal. The reason doctors scared me was because they told me I would have to get insulin right away because I had some record highs with the glucose drink test. I had to meet with a diabetes specialist and then do NST tests twice a week, as well as do a fluid check once a week. IT WAS DREADFUL! I hated my doctors office not the first one (Dr. Tutt) but the second one is called PPA (Phoenix Perinatal Associates) I will never go back!!! Hated it with a passion. They were the most unorginized ridiculous place ever. Appointments could take anywhere from an hour to 4 hours. YEAH not even kidding either. Try doing that twice a week I wanted to blow that place up. It was so hard to wake up early on those days and want to go. I have to say I never missed an appointment no matter how tired, or sick I felt. After this experience I felt like never wanting to get pregnant again but then I had my little one and I can tell you that I want lots of little ones because it's totally worth it. They truly are a peace of heaven.

Two Months already?

He is growing too fast and is already going to be two months this week! Time is going by too fast and I want my baby to be small and cuddly forever. I am cherishing all the time I can with him and I absolutely love being at home with him and getting to know him more and more.

Last trimester

In the last trimester I had many struggles but once I got used to going to the dr twice a WEEK, being on a diet, and being so big I have to say looking back time really does fly. I can't believe Im no longer pregnant and now I have my baby napping. AMAZING! I have to admit my life has changed so much and it's been hard at times but I am loving him so much. Chris and I are so happy and feeling extremely blessed. I can't believe this baby grew in my stomach and then came out as a healthy little baby boy. Truly an amazing humbling experience. Although it was hard and I complained during my pregnancy I know I am going to do it again someday and hopefully try to have a baby girl ;)

You're almost two months

My goodness I've been so busy with the arrival of Timothy that i havent kept up with my blog. BOOO!!! And here I wanted to document everything so I can read it to you one day. Sorry I just understand how people have time to blog every now and then let alone every day. I've been so busy trying to learn everything there is about being a good patient loving mom. So far I'd have to say we're off to a pretty good start.

The last two weeks

Dearest Timothy,

I am so blessed to say I am almost done with a full term pregnancy. This week I turn 38 weeks and I am so excited, anxious, and nervous to meet you. I have so many thoughts running through my mind. One of the many questions I have is I wonder if I'll be good enough to raise you. I hope so. I want to be the mother I can be to you. I want to hold you in my arms and give you a million kisses. I am completely ready for you. I think you're running out of room in my belly! I am also sooooooo sick of going to the Drs Office twice a week. I am excited I will no longer have to be back to that horrible office that I will never return to. I need you here so I can vent to someone else besides Chris, haha. I think he's getting sick of me complaining about being so pregnant and big.
Just so you know you have so many people that love you and can't wait to meet you. I hope you make an appearance anytime soon. I love you and I know we are going to have so much fun together. We anxiously await your arrival.


Love,
Your Mommy

Running out of time

I can't believe I have six weeks left!!
Time has gone by super fast as of lately. The first months were definitely going slower than they are now.
I am kind of surprised that I am approaching the due date. I thought it would never be here. My baby shower is coming up and I am so excited. I am excited to see everyone.
I keep trying to imagine what Timothy will look like but I honestly have no idea. I just want him here already so I can hold him, squeeze him, and kiss his chubby cheeks.
I still have a huge list of things to get but I hope to get them all this month. We are running out of time but I know we will be fine.
:)
I will post some sweet pictures very soon.