Sept. 2nd, 2021
It’s me & you.
For 10 years, you’ve been a figment of my imagination. You’ve been a beautiful unknown that I’ve prayed for.
6 years ago, I met your dad and knew he’d be the best companion to raise you with.
For 4 years, we’ve built a life to comfortably bring you into.
You had me at your first ultrasound wave to us. The tech jokingly said you’re showing off but my heart knew you were saying hi I’m okay, everything will be okay.
And now. It’s me & you. Forever. My body will be your home for a short while but I’ll always be your home. Your place of comfort & love.
I always knew. I always knew I wanted to spend my days and nights with you. Re-living my childhood with you. Raising you with the values and culture we hold closely. Creating a life of comfort and chaos together. Learning together. Growing together. Every. Day.
It’s me & you. Dad will be there as much as he can, when he’s not saving lives. Oh, you have the best dad, I chose him very carefully for you. He’ll be present and make the most of every second he gets with you. And you have the best village, oh you’ll be so loved.
So for now, keep growing & come to our arms healthy in March. ❤️
Dec. 2nd, 2021
[Week 23] Grace & gratitude. My two words to get through the rough days & appreciate the good days. 🙏🏽💛
I used to think that pregnancy was the coolest thing in the world. I remember looking at pregnant women and thinking they are magic. Growing a human inside, from scratch? Like what’s cooler than that?
And now that I’m more than half way through, I have a way different perspective.
It’s magical and oh so cool, but it’s hard. So hard. The nausea, the food aversions / cravings, the constant need to go to the bathroom, the back / hip / body aches, the swelling, the looking in the mirror and not recognizing yourself, the stretch marks, the hormones, the emotions, the doctor appointments and testing, not knowing what to expect next since every pregnancy is different, the million unknowns, the prepping for labor and life with a newborn — it’s A LOT. Mentally and physically.
But it’s the kind of hard that’s so worth it, you know? The kind that you know won’t matter once you hold that little life in your arms. The kind with a million unknowns but hope that everything will work out. The kind of hard people pray and dream to experience. The kind that, over time, makes every challenge seem doable, all over again. So yes, I’d climb every mountain and swim every ocean, just to be with you 🥺🥰
I think my biggest lesson thus far has been to intentionally empathetic towards my fellow women. We may be super heroes but we’re all facing battles (internally and life) we don’t share. Everyone’s story is different. And that is okay. I’m here cheering you on in whatever season you’re in! 😌
Dec. 7th, 2021
Dear little babe,
24 weeks. You’ve been mine, inside me, for 24 weeks. Wowza. It feels like time is flying but it also feels like forever. We are nesting & anxiously waiting for your arrival. This is currently my favorite corner of our home. Your dad & I finally finished it over the weekend and it’s just perfect. I just sit here daydreaming about holding you.
The two things I never want to forget are the joy of ultrasound days & the feeling of you moving inside me. You’re a thumper and keep me company all day long, it’s the best. The rest of all pregnancy stuff, well, it’s not glamorous but I get through each day because I know it means that I’m closer to meeting you. Kissing and cuddling you. Raising you. Spending my every day and night with you. Loving you. My heart just can’t freaking wait. Your dad and I have been waiting for you for a long time, ever since we committed to a lifetime together & we just can’t wait to welcome you home, very soon. 💛
We’ll continue praying you stay healthy in there & come to our arms healthy this spring. 🙏🏽
PS. I’m not quite ready for the sleepless nights so thank you for giving me 7-9 hours of sleep every night 🙌🏼 (with multiple bathroom breaks, of course, lol.)
PSS. we have to be healthier as a team so if you could stop craving alllll the sweets alllll day long, that’d be really helpful. 🙊
Love you,
Mummy
Feb 2nd, 2021
Dear little babe,
8 months, 32 weeks. That’s how long I’ve been using every cell in my body to create you. Some days are harder than others but they all serve the purpose of bringing you healthy in my arms and well, for that, I have nothing but gratitude for my growing body.
I had an outfit change today to capture your 8 month bumpdate but I also wanted a picture of reality. Of what it’s really like when me and you are hanging out all day together. Messy bun, glasses & comfy clothes. Always.
One day, I’ll tell you all about how much we prayed for you. How many decisions we made before you even made your way into my belly. How we have enjoyed preparing our homes and hearts for your arrival. Oh, I’ll tell you everything.
My mama bear instincts have kicked in. My urge to nest won’t let me sit. And my heart is ready to grow double in size in 2(ish) months.
Being pregnant with you has been really hard for me, physically and mentally. But the thought of loving you, for the rest of my life, has helped me get through each day. Some days, motherhood seems daunting, especially fourth trimester…but then I think about the life beyond that. And it’s so clear, that is what is meant for me. This is my dream come true. 💫
I love you. I’m ready for you. Your village can’t wait to love you. Just a few more weeks. 🤍
Love,
Mom
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