Little Miss

Today we have reached the twenty four week mark! It's crazy how quickly time is flying by and in less then four months Joe and I will have two beautiful eyes looking and depending on us.  


As a elementary school teacher, wife, and student I have always had patience for processes and others. Pregnancy has definitely taught me how to be patience towards myself. Every week and sometimes each day I have learn to accept and dress a new body. At first it was daunting and frustrating but I had to teach myself how to let go and listen to my comfort. Not like I am a fashion diva (as you all know) but I do have my comfort clothes and not being able to fit into them made for difficult mornings. Every morning a new shirt or pair of pants would be added to the no longer fits pile to be put into storage. Add some snow and defrosting your car's windshield makes for a long morning. So you gotta learn how to be patience and plan for the daily road bumps!


I am not an overly emotional person. On my wedding day I believe I was telling people to put on their game faces. However, with pregnancy your emotions are no longer always your own. Some songs on the radio now make me tear up. I miss my cycle classes and grabbing drinks/wine with friends. I understand that these things are temporary and Madison  is well worth the little sacrifices but some days  my emotions take over and create frustration. Luckily I have an amazing husband who just gives me my moment and then I'm back to normal again. It takes great patience to let your heart be upset when your brain knows it's just a moment in time.


I am so excited to meet this little girl.. It's amazing how I love her so much but have never laid eyes on her. I feel her presence constantly since she loves to make herself known. I read that most babies are more active at night but she seems to enjoy moving with me during the day time. Her heartbeat read a strong 150 which is always relieving for me because I am still hitting the gym and I never truly know how my workouts impact her.  Luckily my doctors all tell me that exercise is important for a great pregnancy,  I am looking forward to April when we will walk around the Arnold Arboretum and Castle Island in the stroller.


Also, Madison received some great Christmas presents from her Aunt Chrissy, Uncle Jay, and my Aunt Beth and Uncle Mike. She is going to be the best dress baby who is surrounded by so many people who love her!!