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FATIGUE!!!

March 20, 2017        15:07

I am seriously fatigued. Fatigue is one of my least favorite symptoms of the third trimester. My issue with fatigue during pregnancy is that it's unshakable. There comes a point where no amount of coffee or sleep can quell the daily spells of exhaustion. Fortunately, everyone does not have fatigue during pregnancy. Unfortunately, the differences in other people's experiences can sometimes be alienating. My least favorite question is, "How are you feeling?" I'm happy that others are concerned, but how often can I keep up the act by smiling and saying I'm ok. I'm not ok and I don't like to be a "Debbie Downer." I answer honestly from time to time and say exactly what's happening. I just don't see how it's helpful most of the time. It's almost impossible for me to verbalize my discomfort and overall feeling that I'm not " myself." Ironically, I'm starting to forget what "feeling like myself" is  and anticipate for "feeling like myself" to be absent until I'm done having children. All in all, I don't think pregnancy is awful , but I also don't feel it's a time I particularly enjoy either mentally or physically.  
The diagnosis of Gestation Diabetes has also added a layer of annoyance to the complexity of pregnancy. Emotionally, I am more concerned about the labor and the possibility that I'll have to have another c section. I can't say I've fully put this in the Lord's hands like I know I should and it's probably because I'm more discouraged than I'd like to admit. For my last 8 weeks before the due date I'll work on chilling out and letting this situation go. I'll be out of work soon, and hope I'll be able to enjoy the time off in a way that helps me reset.

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