Excited Again

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...

February 22, 2017      11:08 I'm not sure if my second pregnancy feels shorter because I've done this before, I'm super busy, or a mixture of both. I can't believe that I'm already in the third trimester. My memories of third trimester include extreme fatigue, blowing up, preggo brain, baby showers, and the ultimate climax of labor. I thought that this would be a good blog entry to go through ideals that I had during my first pregnancy and how they have changed. Eating Habits and Pregnancy Before: Eat what you can... You already don't eat as much Now: It's beyond moderation... Time to diet My views have changed mostly because I have been diagnosed with gestational diabetes. It was a big bummer. I failed the 1 hour as I had my last pregnancy,  but failed the 3 hour test this pregnancy.  For the last week and for the rest of my pregnancy,  I will be controlling my glucose levels through diet control. The low carb diet is interesting because I can eat all...

February 13, 2017  8:01 Welp... I failed my 1 hour glucose test and I'm in the lab to take the 3 hour test.  These glucose test are annoying to say the least.  As a health professional,  I don't scoff at the importance of checking for gestational diabetes.  However,  I can say my attitudes have changed since being in the patient role. I find myself chalking it up as, "who cares if my baby is a little big." In reality I know the risks are complications before and after pregnancy,  high birth weight for the baby, low glucose of the baby at birth, increased risk of C-section, and death of the mother and baby.  With that said,  I'm not worried.  I've taken these glucose tests before and wasn't surprised that I I'm in the same position as last time.  My only dread has been drinking these awful glucose preparations.  They make me feel queasy and give me a headache.  I'm praying for good results today.  I don't want anythi...

January 1, 2017 I'm 20 weeks pregnant. It feels like this pregnancy is going by quicker than the last.  Some speculate that I feel it's going faster because I'm busier. I couldn't imagine being busier than I was my first 2 years of residency. However, any year of residency plus Felicity trumps all years.  I'm at work most of the day, but when I'm home,  I'm all about getting the house in order and being mom. I feel exhausted at this point, I but with continue to prevail. In terms of the pğregnancy,  I'm continuing to have bizarre symptoms. First, I have been itching.  No rash, no redness, nothing except an itch that won't go away. I thought that it was probably the cold weather, but it's unrelenting. I've also experienced acid reflux quite a bit earlier than I had before.  TUMS are once again my best friend.  Aside from fatigue I feel more physically weighed down.  Our little one may one be 12 ounces, but I think I'm starting to feel e...

12/11/16        11:33 I don't know if it's because it's my second time around or that I'm more busy with work and Felicity,  but the time is surely flying.  I've had so much to blog about, but have been caught in so deeply in the whirlpool of life that I haven't thought to share my experiences.  First, me and the baby are doing well.  It's crazy,  but I'm just as scared about something wrong happening as I was with Felicity. I actually was more frightened this time around because I had a scare on Black Friday.  Thanksgiving night, I started to feel lower abdominal pain,  lower back pain and cervical pressured. These were sensations that I hadn't experienced until my third trimester when I was ready for Felicity to enter the world.  This baby was not yet welcomed. Me and Arlinton rushed to the emergency room only to get the diagnosis of progression of pregnancy and round ligament pain.  Treatment : Get some ...

11/1/16         20:36 My sister in law will be induced tonight.  I am beyond exited. First, because I can't wait to see my new niece and second because I love labor. Yes... I love labor.  Labor is work and like  work it can be hard, exhausting,  and depleting. However,  just like work, it can also be rewarding,  positive, and purposeful. They say you get amnesia during the subsequent pregnancies, so bear with me. My possibly skewed view of birth is that it was the greatest test of teamwork in my family ,  it allowed me to focus on God like never before,  and it showed me humility in ways that I cannot explain. My extended family's consensus is that trying for another med-free birth is nonsensical.  Without saying my decision, I will say that there is nothing more retrospectively beautiful than the process and work of labor. You basically turn animalistic and reach into depths that otherwise would not h...

October 18, 2016    19:33 I'm on night float now and it's such a task.  I am worn out and so tired.  I was told that everyone feels that way on night float. That sounds reasonable,  but the pregnancy is also bringing me shortness of breath and back pain.  I have lugging around a rolling suitcase to protect my back.  It was definitely helpful when doing regular walking, but the stairs have been relentless.  I'm going to buy a smaller rolling bag to try to get the best of both worlds.  The positive note is that some things are improving.  My nausea had lifted for the most part.  Weird smells and gross things still make me gag, but I've been able to withstand the day without the burden of unprovoked nausea. I'm also able to complete the majority of my work.  Some things are not ideal, but I'm not completely behind. All in all,  I'm blessed and fortunate to still stand.  I have so much to be thankful for in the mid...