Monday, July 04, 2005

37 weeks 2 Days


Charcoal Mama - 37 weeks
Originally uploaded by Viva.
We are at the stage now where we are waiting for the arrival of our daughter. It could be anytime, or it could be six weeks. Despite the pending arrival, I atill seem to be in a state of wondering if this is real or not. Despite the big belly, the hiccups and the exhasution, it still seems to be somewhat unreal and I am getting used to my big belly as a familiar part of me.

There are babies born everyday, I tell myself. I am not so extraordinary that this event will be the worst possible trial to come my way. So when I wonder if I can do it, if I have what it takes to make it through, I have to respond with - sure you will - just like everyone else before you...only I wonder to what degree I will shudder at the expereince when I reflect on it afterwards.

I have hired a doula - Cathy - she will hopefully get me through this without an epidural. While excitement wouldn't quite capture the feeling I have about the birth, I ma eager to see how this story begins...

1 comment:

sarah hb said...

Hiya,
My name is Sarah and I live in the UK. I've been reading you're blog since the start of your pregnancy and since I'm going abroad for the next few weeks I just wanted to wish you luck with the birth and I can't wait to see all the cute little piccy's when she comes along.
Best wishes
Sarah
xx