My Third Trimester 

Boy, this is going by fast… I have really mixed emotions about it. I have loved being pregnant. Of course I had the usual symptoms at first, some morning sickness, fatigue, and I was extremely tired. I also had migraines for about three straight months. But after that I have to say it’s been pretty smooth sailing. I keep telling this little boy inside of me how nice he is and what a good boy he is. And he seems to be listening! I have enjoyed every single kick. They make me laugh. I’ve never experienced such immense joy in my life. It’s so difficult to explain… I can only imagine what it will feel like when he’s wiggling outside of my body!

Now on the flipside, I’m a little bit sad. This little man has been with me for the past eight months on every car ride, every hike, every yoga class and every time we go to sleep. There’s something so comforting knowing that when he’s inside of me, I have complete control over his life, his safety and I feel like I’m able to protect him. When he is outside of me, I will do the exactly the same thing, but I will have so much less control. I guess this is going to be one of my major life lessons to learn. Letting go of control, trusting God to protect my son, and truly knowing that we are safe and that he is safe. He will make decisions that he believes are right for himself and for the path he wants to take in life. That’s not very easy for me to swallow, but I will do my best! I want to be a mother who trusts her son’s judgment, his choices, and the way he chooses to live his life.

I’m really going to miss my bump. Now that may sound silly to a lot of you, but when I look in the mirror it’s normal for me to have a swollen belly. When I see a woman with a slender beautiful body, it just doesn’t seem to make sense LOL! I know once I give birth and settle into my new life, I will enjoy having my old body back. But right now the thought of it honestly upsets me. My husband tells me not to miss my bump while I still have it. He’s a smart man! I’m not dwelling on it, it’s just something I’ve really been thinking about. It’s interesting because I’ve seen a lot of comments on Instagram or on baby center of women saying that they miss their bumps. So it’s nice to know I won’t be alone. Do you miss your bump?

This journey has been so full of love and light and truly the most exceptional experience of my life. I thank God every day for my baby’s health, and my health, and the health of all of my loved ones. I’m so grateful that he is a happy and healthy strong little boy growing inside of me. I’m ready for this next chapter. I think!

Please share your stories! I would love any advice, any words of wisdom, and for you to share your points of view as well. Let’s use this for him to chat and talk! But please remember to keep it kind and loving.

Thank you so much for listening. Here are some fab maternity dresses that have made my pregnancy a total JOY 🙂

XOXO Amy