Thursday, October 4, 2012

36 weeks preggers: the countdown is on!

It's finally October! I'm so excited for bebe's arrival, yet so nervous about labour! I hope everything goes well. I had a check-up today and my doctor says everything is fine. I've gained 7 pounds total so far, and the baby is facing downward, gearing up to enter the world. I wish I knew definitely what day she will be here, but at least I'm finished work now so I have time to rest up and prepare for when she does decide to join us!

I had a restless sleep lastnight as my mind was racing thinking about everything. We're basically ready for baby to get here, aside from a few little things- bathtub, baby wash, diapers and wipes. I'm just anxious wondering how it's going to be having her at home. I am constantly wondering about how I will manage as a new mom. I haven't really had much experience with tiny babies, so it's all going to be such a huge learning experience. But I guess it's like that for every new parent.

Aside from feeling a bit anxious, I'm pretty hopeful and motivated that things will go smoothly. We are in the midst of finding a bigger apartment for the three of us, which I'm hoping we find what we are looking for at a decent price. We want to stay in the same area so we will be close to certain amenities like WalMart. I can't wait to decorate the baby's room! It will be nice to have a bigger place that will fit us better than where we are now.

The only thing that's disappointing is that my sister probably won't make it down for the birth. I guess I'm just upset that she had pretty much 9 months to save up for a week long trip to see her first niece, but I guess it's not that important to her. I know I was the one who moved away from everyone, but why not try a bit harder for your family? Oh well, I guess everyone will have to wait to meet her until we can manage to go for a visit.

All that's left to do now is continue preparing for baby and make sure I stay well rested and stress-free. I can't wait for our little family to be complete!