The news that we were expecting our fourth child was definitely a surprise! Here are some things I want to remember about my first trimester......
I was out picking up some groceries with Eleanor one evening when I suddenly on a whim picked up a pregnancy test. I took that test that night (and maybe 4 others) only to find out it was positive! We were so shocked, but so excited!
At 6 weeks I got to go have an ultrasound. It was neat seeing the little speck that was our next child. The tech was able to record a heartbeat as well. It become really real then.
With the boys I had no sickness, but with Eleanor I felt terrible. This baby has caused those same symptoms. I have nausea most in the morning and late at night.
I have been craving really salty things. I have mostly stuck to our healthy eating plan though.
So far I have gain about 7-8 pounds.
I have showed so much earlier. I have a legitimate baby bump and I am surprised at how many strangers have asked me when I was due.
I'm sure having three other small children can contribute to this, but I am so tired! I told Eric the other day that some days it feels like I have just run a marathon.
Our next ultrasound is on September 28th and I can't wait!
Our due date is on February 22nd, but if history repeats itself a fourth time we would deliver 3 weeks prior to that.
We are so grateful and feel very blessed that God has entrusted us with another child.
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