Monday, July 23, 2012

Bed Rest....still...

I have been on bed rest for two weeks now.  I have made a real effort to take things easy, but it is just so hard.  I am used to being busy and taking care of things myself.  I have really struggled with letting others help me.  I am fortunate to have family and friends that are more than willing to help in any ways possible.

All in all, I have felt pretty well.  When I am up walking for any extended time, I definitely feel lots of pressure and discomfort down low.  I guess that is the baby's head pushing downward.  Also, for the past two nights, I have not been able to eat dinner.  I am starving when I wake up each morning, but by afternoon/evening, I have no appetite.  And, sleeping has become sparse.  I guess my body is preparing for the night time feedings that will be here soon.  This morning, I actually woke up at 3:30 and felt well rested.  I never really went back to sleep.  I am hoping tonight I sleep a little longer.  I want to savor these nights of not getting up because I know they are coming to an end until baby Luther is sleeping through the night.

Tomorrow, I have a doctor's appointment.  I am into my 36th week of this pregnancy.  I am hoping for no change when I am checked.  I really, really want to make it through this upcoming weekend so I can be at Kathryn's birthday party.  More info to come... 

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