July 16, 2009

Off to the Doc

I have a doctors appointment today. Typically they don’t see women until 2 periods have been missed, but since I’m on anti-depressants they agreed it would be a good idea to get in right away. It hasn’t really sunk in yet. I want to be excited, but I’m cautious. Perhaps confirmation from a Doctor rather than 2 pink stripes on a stick will make this feel more real. I’m not in the physical shape I wanted to be to get pregnant nor do I have my mental health in a great place (it is getting better though), but I feel if we were to wait it might never happen. I’m not the fattest person in the world to ever get preganant, so hopefully with some good advice about nutrition & a balanced diet I can bake a healthy baby and get myself some healtier before hand too. No more cake for dinner I suppose. This mioght just be the best thing to ever happen to me – it’s not just about me anymore and what I want – it’s bigger than that now. It’s about a being growing inside of me. WOW! This is crazy stuff.

Human Punk

July 17, 2009

Its a lot to wrap your mind around I guess. Best of luck, you’re going to be an amazing mom!

I have seen several women over the years who have actually lost weight while being pregnant because they have made such a conscious effort to eat healthy while being pregnant (and they were overweight to begin with). As long as the baby is growing within parameters, don’t worry if your weight doesn’t increase. If you have any concerns about medications you’re on or chemicals you may be exposedto, you can always contact the MotherRisk program at Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto. It’s free and they have a 1-800 number available … (sorry, I don’t seem to have it handy in this office …)

http://www.motherisk.org/women/index.jsp Man, I love the internet!

*The Edge of Reason

I think you’ll do fine! And like you said, it’s the best excuse EVER to get healthy since a whole little person is depending on you! Great motivation. I hope the dr goes well!

Raven E

July 18, 2009

Exciting!!!

Juliekins

July 20, 2009

Hope it went well at the Doctors. I saw your note regarding Chris Daughtry and it got me thinking about you and your appointment. Hope all is going well Take care! Jules