Tuesday, April 3, 2012
Limitations
I like to think that I don't have too many physical limitations. I go through life with the mindset that I can move this heavy piece of furniture, lift all those boxes, etc., etc., without any (or with very limited help) from others. I'm a fairly independent girl. Despite my usual mindset, these last few months have been annoying as pregnancy progresses and I am somewhat limited in my normal capabilities. I can no longer walk long distances because muscles start to pull and stiffen up (super painful). I get short of breath very easily with the most mundane of activities. Shopping has lost some joy because I can't walk around the stores without having to take frequent breaks. And I'm not a fan of the answer, "the only solution is to have the baby." To my mind, my regular activities should not be impeded because of pregnancy. I hate having limitations just handed to me, and to not even know they were coming, because everyone is different. I have lost control of my mind and my body. And that does not make me a very happy person.
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Perhaps my #1 complaint about pregnancy (and, unfortunately, there are many -- I'm afraid I just don't like being pregnant) is that whole loss-of-control aspect. Weird increases/decreases in appetite, illness, irritability -- it all makes me feel that I'm just not myself and that I am losing my grip. So I can only imagine adding the mental health concerns on top of it.
One thing that is true -- although it is of absolutely no comfort right now -- is that it will be over before you know it. The months and months of unrelenting nausea I experienced with each pregnancy, along with many of the other discomforts, always seem like a vague blur afterward. I honestly think this is partly hormonal and that it is a blessing. Good luck; I'm rooting for you!
Oh my poor Shaine...well if it makes you feel better I started looking at longest pregnancies. Apparently Elephants have the longest pregnancy - 24 MONTHS. I wish I could offer any wisdom like Sarah. But I will just pay for your health and good spirit. YOU MAKE ME SMILE :)
Hey! Carrie's going to pay for your health care it sounds like! That should make you feel better! ;)
Yeah, pregnancy--even easy pregnancies like mine--suck. I remember one girl in Idaho was like, "I am going to miss being pregnant! I just love it so much!" Everyone else in the room just stared at her. We were like, are you kidding? What do you think the motivation is for going through childbirth?
Yea, not advice just wanted to tell you that I am proud of you and that I love ya! I am so excited that you are having a girl. I can't wait to see how you have her all dressed up. I am rooting for a curly red head just like you. :)
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