To make a long story short (and without going into too many dirty details), I’m pretty much on bed rest for the next three weeks. Nothing serious happened … my body just started acting like it was ready to go into labor way before this baby girl needed to come out. If you want to know specifics, you can email me.
So I’m on “take it easy” orders – no cleaning, no bending over and picking up stuff 748 times a day (which is nearly impossible with a preschooler, but we’re working on it), no lifting my girl or any other heavy objects, no running marathons … you know, stuff like that.
Yep, that’s how she sits. Head down, feet up, rib crunching, belly bursting. I still feel really really good, though.
Total weight gain: 20 lbs with no stretch marks (I feel like this should be celebrated)
And no, I don’t use any lotions or potions or oils or voodoo magic on my belly, so it truly is just luck of the draw or genetics.
Luckily, Emma hasn’t gotten too bored, yet. I can still play with her on the floor, so I spend a lot of time brushing and braiding My Little Pony hair, but if anything, this has forced me to really spend more quality time with her.
And when we’re not playing together, she’s dealing with her little addiction to the iPod.
Overall, I’m bored out of my mind, because I’m nesting at the same time I’m supposed to be resting. And that is really REALLY hard. I just want to clean and organize and scrub and toss and donate and paint and move and get totally ready for her arrival.
But if taking a break means getting Miss Thang to full-term, then I am willing to do it. After all, it’s only three weeks.
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Thanks for sharing … you look great! You get your rest … there will be plenty of time for nesting when that precious bundle arrives! :)
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Ahem? 20 pounds? That’s a little unfair, don’t you think? Genetics have been kind to me too – no stretch marks, but I gained more than 20! Not much longer for ya! You look great! :-)
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I’ve been praying for you both! Take care of yourself and try not to go too crazy!
Sorry, Keli! I know that must be frustrating with that nesting instinct in full swing. But really, really, truly – ENJOY THAT REST! Life with 2 babies is wonderful and fun, but there’s probably not a lot of resting in your future. :) Read, edit pics, blog, read, sleep, read – do all you love now with no guilt. Have fun! Prayers on the way.
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Take care. I know it’s hard on you to stay still but keep the end in sight. I like Casey’s advice – enjoy because once baby girl arrives, it will be busy.
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Keli – hoping baby girl stays put until 42 weeks ;)…. no seriously, praying for you and #2 – hang in there!
Thinking of you and your girls, Keli! Rest up and hope all goes well (and you don’t go too crazy with boredom). Hugs and love…
Yuck, I remember being on bedrest… It was so hard! I recommend lots of Netflix, web surfing and a good book.
Congrats on no stretch marks and only a 20lb gain. You are my pregnancy hero…
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Oh Keli….sounds like my Bridget!! She had contractions at 32 wks… tested for preterm labor…baby was only showing about 5 bls at 36 wks. on ultrasound. She had to work hard to hold it till yesterday!! 2 weeks early but all is good! Good luck… wish I could help you with Emma!! Hang in there little Miss Thang!!
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YIKES! I’m glad it’s not too emergent, but still a little scary!
But 20 pounds??? WOW! I was well over the 40 pound mark for both of my boys-of course, the fact the first was 9lbs 10oz and the second was 10lbs 3oz may have something to do with that! But I escaped with no stretch marks as well! Not that my mid-section will be seeing the light of day anytime soon, but it still feels good!
Hang in there! Miss Thang will figure it out. And if not, keep the iPod charged!
you can do it. resting is hard for us doers. be well and that sweet little one inside there will surely thank you.
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you? she? are adorable. Soon my friend, soon.
you are beautiful. She is adorable. I want another baby. Take it easy my friend, good things to come!
~emily
thinking of you, Keli!! Its all worth it, but I know it has to be frustrating. And I’m super proud of you!! 20 lbs?? Amazing!
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