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The Pregnancy Merry Go Round - The Home Stretch
by Brenda Hyde of SeedsofKnowledge.com
I am in the final two months of my pregnancy now, and I can finally say I more relaxed about the babies health now that I have had two ultrasounds, many doctor's appointments and good strong movements each day.
Of course, now the other Mom concerns are creeping in. Will breastfeeding go smoothly? Will our families support my decision to breastfeed and keep comments to themselves? Will my 5 year old be traumatized when he is no longer the oldest? How long will my husband's parents stay with us when the baby is born? Yes, the questions are flooding my mind now that I feel more confident about the babies health.
I have made it through some very rough emotions the last 7 months. I feel stronger and more sure of Motherhood than I ever have before. However, some comments just make me shake my head and wonder what people are thinking. I found out I was anemic last week, and was told by a relative "Maybe your body is telling you it's too old to have babies". I was speechless, and I think I just laughed, but I'm not sure if I did or not. During the holidays my tummy was rubbed, touched and commented on by relatives, my husband's co-workers and friends. I just wanted to be home where my stomach is only touched when I want it to be.
I realize now that I am getting closer to the birth of our baby that it's time for some changes. I need to learn to be more assertive when it comes to my wishes, and what I want for my children. I am fortunate to have a very supportive husband who is involved in every aspect of raising our family. However, we have two sets of Grandparents, and two Great Grandmothers that have very different attitudes towards the care of babies and children. In the past I have given in to some things, but during the last year when I didn't get the support I needed after the miscarriages and during the beginning of my pregnancy, it made me realize that my husband and I are strong, loving people who make good decisions for our family. People can give us opinions but ultimately we know what is best for each other and our children. Perhaps I should have learned this long ago, but late is better than never.
Physically, I feel worn down this month and have had several infections that are common in pregnancy. Mentally, I feel stronger than ever. I sit here and listen to my children playing, my husband snoring on the couch, and I feel my new baby inside me and I know that my life is good, and I am in control when I let myself be.
| Brenda Hyde, is a Mom, a wife and a writer. You can see her articles and many other resources and features on family memories and traditions at The Village of Thyme, including her online magazine
Seeds of Knowledge. Brenda can also be found each week in the "Did You Ever Notice?" column on the WomanLinks Weekly Update |
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