The Final Countdown

Yes, I'm almost afraid to say it... The Final Countdown.  I'm a total mix of emotions right now.  31 weeks and 4 days preggo with triplets and we are getting so close to meeting these 3 girls.  It could be 1 day or it could be 2.5 weeks, but they are keeping a closer eye on me and the girls with more frequent monitoring.

 

The mix of emotions consists of excitement, fear, exhaustion, nervousness, joy, anticipation, confidence, optimism, and many others that change throughout the day.  I have to say that I have handled this pregnancy and especially bed rest with confidence and not much emotional struggle, but I think the anticipation of being a Mother any day now scares me to death.  Am I prepared?  Did I read enough?  Are my girls going to be okay?

 

I don't have any doubts that Brian and I won't be amazing parents but the road to parenthood happens in an instant.  Yes, there are 9 months... and in my case about 7 months... to "prepare", but it seems like the moment you go from just a couple to a family of 5, you can never be 100% prepared.  I can't wait for that moment!  Its just a reality check of how soon that moment will be here.

 

It has been incredible the amount of support that we have received throughout my pregnancy.  The kind and uplifting things that people say to me, put on cards, comment on this blog, and post on facebook always put a smile on my face.  These things keep me going and keep me confident that I can make it longer in this pregnancy.

 

I've been on bed rest now for 10.5 weeks and in the hospital for 8.5 weeks which most people assume is horrible.  It really hasn't been for me.  I think I'm really good at being lazy :)  Yes, there are times where I just stare at the walls trying to figure out what I want to do next, but overall I have kept busy.  I have occupied my days with blogging, making digital photobooks, keeping up with insurance/medical stuff, making baby mobiles, online shopping, reading, watching tv shows/movies on Amazon Prime, eating, sleeping, taking meds, and monitoring babies.  Now, there are still things on my "bed rest To-do list" that I have not completed but I'm hoping I still have a little more time to get some of them checked off my list.  After the essentials (eating, sleeping, monitoring babies, taking meds) there is actually not much time left in my day for other things.  Two months in the hospital has gone by surprisingly fast.

 

I also want to say (in this ramble of a post) thank you to all of my visitors.  I have had a visitor EVERY SINGLE DAY since I was admitted to the hospital.  Can you believe that? To me, that is amazing and I couldn't be more thankful for everyone that has come to keep me company or bring me a meal.  I appreciate it so much and I owe my sanity on bed rest to all of you.  You make me feel so loved. 

 

My husband has been so amazing through all of this.  He makes it up here about 5 times per week all while working his 40+ hour job, getting our house ready for the babies, and running our Photo booth business.  I know he is stressed, tired, and worried (every time he sees me calling), but he is doing an incredible job.  He is amazing and I am so proud of all of his hard work.  He is going to be such a Bad Ass Dad.  I can't wait for us to all be a family under one roof again.  Me, him, our girls, and Ryley dog.

 

Also, my parents have been incredible throughout all of this.  They try to trade off days with Brian so I have someone here to help me with dinner and getting ready for bed.  My Mom has done more of my laundry and cooked/brought me more meals than she has since high school.  My parents are amazing and I will use them as role models for raising our girls.  I love them so much and appreciate all that they do for me.

 

I think the point of this blog post was to get out some things I have been thinking and things that I am thankful for.  I know once the girls arrive, that I will be super busy and I want to make sure I remember my time on bed rest and all of the support we received throughout my pregnancy.  Thanks again to everyone for their love and support.  I truely appreciate every comment, visitor, hug, and gift that we have received.  You have made this so much easier for me.  So, thank you!