I vant a baby
A friend who got married 10 months ago gave birth today. She called to tell me the whole birth story.
And I got so jealous. Gosh, those hormones are in full force. I just finished my period and am in the midst of counting. I want to be pregnant. I want to give birth. I want to have a new baby in my arms.
But I can't let my emotions get the better of me. When I stop to actually think about these things, I realize that a) I HATE being pregnant. Pregnancy is physically very difficult for me and I'm basically useless for most of my pregnancy. b) Both my labors were difficult (the first more than the second), and I'm high risk so there has been a lot of medical intervention in both of my labors. And c) the last thing I need right now is two demanding toddlers and a demanding newborn.
Gosh, the thought of having three little kids all screaming at the same time is enough to make me run for my diaphragm.
Okay, that was a good reality check. But I still want a baby!
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I actually went today to visit her in the hospital and got to hold her baby for about five minutes (not nearly enough).
And then I read what you commented! Great Idea. I will spend more time with her on Sunday, IMYH.
Could you borrow?
Seriously - do you live close enough to stop by and visit? If she's not used to newborns, she may be interested in someone stopping by to share experience, or maybe she'd be happy to let you hold the baby while she showers or eats lunch.
If you're bringing a baby gift (or a new mommy gift; I like those better), that might be a perfect time, especially since it *isn't* cold season.
Not sure what to suggest about your kids while you do this . . . would it be reasonable to bring them for a 30 minute visit?
I hope it works out - best case, she may think you're helping her!