So what does week 12 bring me: Headaches, panic attacks, more nausea and sleepless nights.
Let's start with the headaches - I personally think it's due to my lack of wearing glasses. YES I am suppose to wear them ALL the time but I don't - why? Cause they give me headaches. I need to go in and see my specialist. I try to keep my water intake up but regardless how much I drink, I still get headaches.
Panic Attacks: UGH! I hate these! I had them with J too. I get so worked up about everything that I go into a panic and can't breath! This is why I was put off work with J at 6 months. Well it was a combo of stress, anxiety and depression. I'm really hoping to keep my spirits up this time, but if my blood pressure stays up that's it's. No more worky for this mama.
Nausea: I would VERY much like this symptom to hit the road!
NO SLEEP!: Ok well I do get some sleep but it takes forever!! C and I have a crappy old bed that was given to us by my nana and papa...and our bed before that was from his grandparents.. so we came up with a solution - We bought a NEW bed. WOOHOO. Here's hoping for better nights sleep.. the ONLY issue is it doesn't come till next week so I have to endure the S@!$ bed for another week!
My belly has clearly popped and I can no longer hide it! C and I have started to guess what it is: We both say girl... so we will be finding out on June 8th!!
I had my midwife appointment yesterday - It was a fun one! NOT - I hate paps.. they are just- BLEH! But the midwife (Debbie - whom I LOVE!! was super nice about it) We talked about whats been going on and she gave me some comfort. I just have to say that I am so thankful that I went with a midwife this time around. I feel like I matter.. if that makes any sense. I also got to hear the heartbeat! At first I didn't hear it. I could only hear my own then Debbie found bub and WOW - I forgot what that sounded like. I was in awe! To hear my own heartbeat and then babes was just amazing.
So that's what's been up so far. C is finished school in a couple of weeks and I cut my hours of work down. We have a wedding coming up at the beginning of May and then we will be going on our first Vacation to Osoyoos!! I am SO looking forward to that!!
Much love
xoxo
Peppermint essential oil for the headaches. You can get a good one at Saje (http://saje.ca/all-natural/remedies/natural-healing/headaches) Or just pick up peppermint by itself at voyageur. (http://www.voyageursoapandcandle.com/)
ReplyDeleteAlso, I think ive said this before but eat often and drink lots of water. As well as maybe get new glasses?! ;)
A good way to avoid anxiety is knowledge. The midwives will provid you with a lot of info, by email and through you asking questions, but the more you know, the less you have to wonder and worry.
You can always message me if you have questions or just want to chat :) We still should plan a playdate sometime!
Thanks Sacha - the anxiety is coming from work.. I've established that. I just wish I could stay home with J all the time and not have to worry about work! You've been SO helpful and supportive! XOX
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