I’ll never forget taking the pregnancy test before church and seeing that little line appear. I had a hunch that it might come out that way and was beyond thrilled to see the confirmation. How special it was to share that morning with Pearce and to spend the day thinking about what our future with two littles in tow would look like. Now we’re almost to “go-time” and Sister Millie will be here soon. She could come in July or August as my doctors have conflicting due dates so we’re running with a “window” instead of a date. Sometime between July 28-August 10 sister Millie will join us.
We’re both wearing Baybala! A new-to-me brand that’s put together some of the cutest mama and me coordinating outfits! Everything is beautifully made!
Much like my pregnancy with Alba Grace, the first trimester was tough tough tough and the start of the second was pretty challenging too! All-day nausea, fiery heartburn, and now some not-so-fun pelvic pain and those dang braxton hicks contractions. And to top it off it’s hotter than hot outside and I feel like I’ve stepped into a sauna whenever I leave the house or get out of my car. I have to confess that when I hear about women who loooove being pregnant and don’t experience the challenges that I do, I am completely jealous! I love being pregnant because I love babies but my goodness it’s difficult! It’s definitely been an unusual pregnancy with the move, and now the second move/renovation and of course the COVID-19 pandemic and all of the changes to our lifestyle that have come with it. While I don’t want to complain or lead anyone to believe that I’m not grateful for this absolutely incredible blessing, I also want to let the ladies out there struggling know… you are not alone! The journey isn’t always easy – pregnancy or motherhood, but it’s truly beautiful. Being a mama is the most precious gift!
Honestly, I’m feeling a bit all over the place these days (I think a lot of us are!) but trying to keep my attention on truth and focus on preparing for the sweet blessing of another daughter! I am giddy thinking about life with TWO little ladies!
Let’s recap!
Name: Amelia Paige but we’ll call her “Millie!” Amelia after our hometown and the beautiful island she gets to grow up on, and Paige after my mom. Alba Grace’s middle name is Elizabeth after Pearce’s mom.
Maternity Clothes: Still wearing a lot of the clothes I linked in this post, also a lot of Stretchy Lilly Pulitzer dresses I picked up during the After Party Sale. I recently snagged this seersucker maternity swimsuit. Ihope to get more use out of it soon!!!
Looking forward to: Moving into our new house (praying that happens by the end of next week!) and settling in before Millie arrives.
Celebrating: Passing my glucose test after I had to go back for the three hour. And we celebrated baby girl today with a “sprinkle” thrown by family. So glad we got to do something “normal” in the midst of all that’s going on.
Missing the most: Energy!!!! Growing a baby is exhausting. Haha! I have to have my one cup of coffee a day – I don’t know how some women go an entire pregnancy without caffeine! I feel like I have to sit down every five minutes to rest! Definitely grandma status at this point in my pregnancy. Hot flashes, sit breaks and (when possible) a very early bedtime!
Movement: Tons! All day everyday. Part of me is convinced that I’m actually having twins because I don’t think Millie ever sleeps. And these aren’t just little “kicks” we’re talking about. She’s a little gymnast!
I know lots of expectant mamas read my posts, so if that’s you – please know that I’m praying for you and here to chat!!! Since March I have felt led to pray for the other mamas pregnant and bringing home new babies during this pandemic. It’s a weird time with lots of unknowns but that doesn’t mean the enemy gets to rob you of your joy! I’d love to add you to my list and pray for you and baby by name, so please drop me a note with your name and due date! xoxoxo
