We are pregnant!!!

I’m still in shock. I kept going into the bathroom at home to see if the test really does read “Pregnant”. I am thrilled beyond belief. Our prayers were answered and we were able to get pregnant after our second time trying.

Today is actually D-Day; when my period is supposed to arrive. But I was having a lot of symptoms this past week and just had to know. So last night (November 15) when I returned from my Boston trip, I peed on a stick. Chad had to convince me a little bit but I knew that it could be a real possibility. We wait the three minutes for it to process; I looked and then gave Chad a big hug and kiss. We did it together again.

I’m not going to lie I’m a bit scared but am more positive than I was expecting. I know that I need to be for myself and this baby growing inside of me. This pregnancy is going to be different. Around July 26, 2010, we will be parents. I am ecstatic. Just thinking about it makes me want to cry. Those tears are happy tears and it’s been a long time since I’ve experienced that.

So what made me want to test early? Well here is a list of symptoms I have been having over the past week. Please note a lot of these symptoms didn’t come till later in my last pregnancy so that gives me hope. That maybe this baby started off on a better foot and is showing mommy that.

· Period like cramps but no period
· Sore stomach so bad that it hurts to laugh
· Headaches
· Gurgling in my stomach
· Gas after eating pretty much anything
· Very uncomfortable stomach first thing in the morning
· Sore breasts
· Dreaming more than usual

So what now? That’s a great question! We are going to wait till Wednesday afternoon to ensure my period doesn’t come. I’m sure it won’t but just want to be on the safe side. I then call up my doctor that day for a 7-week appointment which will be December 7.

For now, I’m going to take extra care of myself and this baby who I already love and have created a bond with. Every night I will be taking progesterone to ensure I keep this baby healthy. This is a fresh start for us and I’m so ready for the adventure.