Last night we had our 4th class at REX. This time it was focused on newborn care. It was SUPER helpful - as you learn about how to change diapers, care for the belly button after birth, give baby a bath, take care of baby boy's circumcision, etc.
G handled it like a champ. He didn't practice the diaper change on our doll, but, he did watch very carefully. He did practice the swaddle. He's a total pro at this now - he enjoyed it so much I am surprised he didn't offer to swaddle me in a blanket last night. He also didn't even blink an eye when it came to all the other stuff. I think the closer you get - and you realize that this will be YOUR baby you're doing these things for (read: rectal thermometer) - you can handle it.
Only two classes left to go - next up, a breastfeeding class on Tuesday and then the final Childbirth class on Wednesday. Plus we have a baby shower this Sunday at our church - another one with G's family next Sunday - and finally something here at work that Tuesday. Overwhelmed with all the fun stuff happening!
I can't help but feel a little anxious and nervous about the upcoming weeks. Like, will I know if I am in labor? Will I be at work and be able to drive myself? What if I have this baby so fast and Greg isn't even there? What if my water breaks in the grocery store? What if I forget something at home that I really need while at the hospital? What if I run an errand and forget baby in car? What if I can't breastfeed? What if baby doesn't like us? What if we have serious compilations? These are just a couple of the thousands of questions I keep asking myself.
I won't say that I am not scared straight when it comes to birth, labor, pain, recovery, etc. because I totally am. It's not that I don't want to experience it all - I really do - I guess there is just so much unknown. I keep telling myself that God built my body to handle this and He also gave the doctors the knowledge to handle any problems that could occur. So, keep me, G and baby in your prayers as we quickly approach birth of Baby Lane. Our countdown is officially on - 39 days till our EDD. Cannot even believe we are this close.
Those are all questions I asked myself (and still am doing some this pregnancy, no lie.)
ReplyDeleteGod made you to do this, and He will give you the strength and peace to make it through!
And that sweet boy is going to love you SOOOO much!