March 16th, 2008
I’ve embarked on my 30th week of this pregnancy. It feels like it’s completely flown by now even though at 8 weeks I was praying to The Porcelain God that it would be over faster.
For me, this pregnancy has been far more difficult then I had anticipated. Sure, they’re all not the same, blah, blah, blah but I wasn’t will to accept that fact. I thought I was the model candidate for pregnancy and it was just natural for me - that’s how it felt when I was pregnant with Carter. I thought that I was just one of those people that was meant to be pregnant and I cold pull this off without any major hiccups. Who knows, I still could be.
My first pregnancy was - as my doctor put it - “textbook”; everything went well, there were no hiccups and no difficult times. This time? It may still be text book, but of all the mild complications one could have: morning sickness, fatigue, illness throughout, etc. I knew in my gut that this amount of fatigue, rapid heartbeat, dizziness and all around weakness wasn’t that normal though.
I was right.
My latest blood test results where available on Friday, at my last prenatal appointment and they showed that I have pregnancy induced anemia: my blood pressure is a little on the low side as well. I’ve already been taking iron supplements because we knew early on that I had low iron, but now it’s progressed to full on anemia and I have to double the iron intake and possibly leave work earlier then I had anticipated.
My planned last day of work was to be May 9th: my Dr. is suggesting that I seriously consider 36 weeks or earlier if I can (36 weeks would be 6 weeks from now!) Seems so soon and I haven’t a thing done for the nursery or Carter’s switch over yet.
Okay, so not entirely true. I have bought bedding for the nursery (from Etsy.com! I am totally addicted to that place now, I could buy just about everything I see there. I wish I had only a portion of the creativity some of these people have. ) but since I’m not revealing The Baby’s sex, I can’t show it to you just yet.
I’ve ordered prints for Carter’s room, from an online print store, of characters from CARS since he adores that movie. I’m not going all Disney with it though and will pass on the comforter and wall stickers..but we’ll have some nice framed prints and he’s got the bed sheets so instead of the comforter that accompanies the sheets, I’ve opted for a plain red duvet cover.
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Paint colours are still a little up in the air since Mike is going to provide some input as to which he prefers, but we’re going to do sheen striping.
I haven’t decided which is my favourite yet:
Half the wall is white wainscoting so the blue and striping won’t be too overbearing, along with the bunk beds that will take up one wall.
His shades are these:
And I think I’ll be adding white shears over top.
At this point it’s all having to be done in baby steps: I’m just hoping that I don’t get too tired to complete a lot of the stuff I have envisioned for the rooms prior to The Baby’s arrival.
Though, Mike has been great and really stepped up since I told him the results of my visit.
I wasn’t faking after all.
But, I did decide to keep my victory dance and “I told you so” to myself.
Sorry to hear about the anemia! I felt so bad reading some of your posts, but had not dealt with any of that myself….I am glad you know what has caused you to be tired and out of sorts, and are getting it taken care of!
Sheen striping sounds awesome….though I don’t think you could pay me to put a flat paint anywhere in my house!
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March 16th, 2008 at 2:14 pm
I’m so sorry to hear you have anemia. At least Mike is helping out!
Good luck getting all that stuff done. I’m sure you can do it…you are a motivated person and I know you will be able to do it.
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March 16th, 2008 at 2:24 pm
It sounds like his “big boy room” will be wonderful. I was anemic also and I know how you can feel exhausted when you wake up
If I lived close by, I’d come do the nursery for you.
March 16th, 2008 at 5:17 pm
OH! We did sheen striping in our living room. It’s gorgeous!! The blue’s you’ve chosen are really nice. I was going to say pretty but I’m sure Carter would not like that.
Funny you mention the sex of the new baby. As soon as I logged on it occurred to me that I might have missed the post where you revealed it. Now I see you are keeping us on tender hooks until the very end
I’m so sorry you’ve felt so bad all this time. But the end is in sight!! Hang in there. I’m so jealous that you will soon have infinite chances to sniff that intoxicating new baby smell. There’s really nothing like it.
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March 16th, 2008 at 9:00 pm
Devilish Southern Belle: What’s so bad about flat paint, huh? *wink* I think I’m gonna use the flat enamel, it has a little sheen and is more durable then plain flat.
I’m glad to know what it is too, and that it’s not too dangerous as I had silently worried it may be. The minor heart palpitations had me most worried.
Brenda: I really hope I can get it done - baby steps… Now that Mike KNOWS I’m not faking *roll eyes* he’s been a pretty big help and won’t let me do some of the tasks that I was taking on before. Though I hate that it took my doctor saying so, I’m glad that he’s better about the whole situation.
Shania: Thanks Shania! It’s hard to convey just how hard it is with this anemia. I slept for 12 hours on Saturday and woke up feeling exhausted and wanted to sleep more. I do one simple task and I’m winded and need to sit and rest. My heart rate spikes when I even walk up stairs!
Pam: Oh good! I’ve seen it done once before - but they used just the glaze to make the stripes. I really think that it will look great, and won’t be too little boyish.
Yup, gonna make you wait it out. Maybe we’ll have contest closer to the due date. LOL
I think I’ve felt even worse because on top of this anemia I’ve been battling cold after cold. I’m completely run down, already. I just fear what it’s going to be like once I have a newborn and a toddler.
March 17th, 2008 at 10:16 am
I developed anemia after having my daughter, and I had to take crazy amounts of iron! I’m glad you got a diagnosis though, so it can be treated.
That room is going to look great!
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March 17th, 2008 at 10:32 am
Elizabeth: Thanks Elizabeth! That’s been my other concern - AFTER. Honestly, how were things once you brought your daughter home and you were dealing with the fatigue? I know we’re tired already and not getting enough sleep, but being compounded by this iron deficiency scares me a little more.
March 17th, 2008 at 10:36 am
Glad you finally found out the problem. Men are good at thinking you aren’t really as bad as you say you are, HA. Take it easy and let him do most of the work. I think the room will look great, looking forward to a few pics.
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March 17th, 2008 at 1:21 pm
Take care of yourself, girl!
I *love* the Cars prints…Oliver LOVES Cars. I have half of it memorized.
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March 17th, 2008 at 1:22 pm
You take care of yourself girlie. Don’t overdo it.
*wags finger*
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March 17th, 2008 at 2:06 pm
justmylife: Thanks! Ya, it’s funny how the tune changes once someone has verified what I’ve been saying along: Take it EASY!
I hope the room turns out, there will be pics - if it does! LOL
MamaT.: We were on a bender for a while where we had to watch the movie daily. Now it’s about once a month… but he asks for his sweater all the time and doesn’t let go of his toy cars. I really hope he likes the room!
I’m really trying to take care of myself, I just wish I hadn’t procrastinated so long!!
J.: Yes mom. :p
March 17th, 2008 at 2:44 pm
Glad you found out what it is! My second pregnancy was way tougher than my first too (this leads me to believe you are having a girl, since I had a gender switch and the pregnancy was tougher
)
I love that sheen striping! I’ve never heard of that before. Cool. Might have to try it.
Take it easy and take careof yourself. You don’t want to be put on bed rest. Not even partial bed rest. Trust me.
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March 17th, 2008 at 8:17 pm
Bless your heart.
My first pregnancy with princess, was ideal.. perfect. The second one with Monkey. Yeah.. not so much. I knew it was a boy, I also knew if it had been the first, it would also have been the last!
Please take care of yourself, and yes… relish in the knowledge that you were right
I love that striping, and the blinds and well.. the whole theme. It will be adorable!
I adore your blog, it is so cute!!
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March 18th, 2008 at 12:16 am
Michelle: Thanks Michelle!! I really hope the room turns out. Now I have to fight Mike for him to let me do anything. LOL at first he wanted no part and now that I’ve bought primer, tape, etc. He’s all - you’re not going to do it, I am… I just can’t let him take over though because I’ll want to micromanage it all! Hahaha!
Ya, I want to avoid bed rest for sure!!
rachel: I think if this pregnancy had been my first one, I would have held off having another baby for a LOT longer. Though now I’m not sure if I’m ready to have anymore after this since it’s been so hard… and then with TWO kids running around I’d probably keel over and die.
March 19th, 2008 at 10:39 am
Oy vey. Take care of yourself!
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March 19th, 2008 at 7:56 pm