Remember the post I wrote a week ago about battling the flu? Well, it turns out, it wasn’t a stomach virus that was causing the nausea. It was morning sickness. That’s right. I’m having a baby!
I know what you’re thinking . . . How did this happen? For reals? Is it really true? Wait . . . I thought you were done having babies. I know! I know! I wondered the same thing. After waiting an eternity for the two pink lines to appear, I thought “Oh my gosh! How could this be happening?” Well, I know HOW it happened of course. It’s no surprise how babies are conceived. But, what surprised me the most was that I could, in fact, still get pregnant. I thought my window had closed.
The projected due date is late October. Only 33 more weeks to go!
Looking back, all the signs were there right in front of me. It makes perfect sense now.
1. Crying during March of the Penguins. A documentary about penguin breeding season sent my emotions in a tale spin. I was laughing one minute and crying the next. My husband thought it was the strangest thing. I really lost it when the mama penguins came back to feed their young. And, while bonding with their babies, a fierce storm arrives and causes some chicks to perish. My heart broke for their loss.
2. Severe nausea and fatigue. Perhaps you’ve noticed that I’ve been missing in action these past several days. Maybe you’ve even wondered why I haven’t showed up to your blog. I can assure you it’s NOT intentional. I miss blogging like I miss coffee–a whole whole bunch! But, I’ve been slammed with a severe case of morning sickness. It’s been quite debilitating. I can only stay on my feet for twenty minute intervals before it’s time to head back to the couch and curl up into a ball.
3. Aversion to coffee. Hard to believe, huh? It’s true! I can’t stand the SMELL of coffee. This is just one of the many things I have to give up during the next nine months. But, it’s for a good cause and I know things could be a lot worse. Think of the poor female elephant who has a gestation period of twenty two months. Speaking of interesting facts, I want to reassure my male readership that this blog will not suddenly morph into an online pregnancy journal. Certainly, there are other issues to discuss besides a growing uterus and back pain. Though I’d be lying if I said this is the last post about my little peanut. I’ve gotta share the gender of the baby as well.
So, there you have it my friends! I’m getting ready to add TWO MORE FEET. I am soooo excited to have another baby to love! I am thrilled to have a little person growing inside of me again. The best part of it all is that my secret hope of having three children will soon come to pass. I often dreamed of what it would be like to be a party of five. I love doing things in odd numbers. My favorite numbers are 5, 7, and 9, in no particular order. While my husband assured me he’ll have NO part in becoming a party of seven or nine, we’re quite happy being a family of five.
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CONGRATULATIONS! Anka! I am very happy for you!
A beautiful new addition to your family! so exciting! Please take care of yourself, so glad to hear it’s a baby and not a virus! Sending you Hugs and Kisses xxxxxxxxxx
Posted by now at home mom | March 20, 2013, 12:56 pmIngrid, can you believe it? Back to the newborn phase. It’s such a yummy stage even though I’ll feel like a zombie from not sleeping for weeks or months. Thanks for the well wishes my friend!
Posted by Anka | March 21, 2013, 8:14 amCongratulations!!!!
Posted by fitmommaboom | March 20, 2013, 1:38 pmThanks the well wishes and for stopping by!
Posted by Anka | March 21, 2013, 8:13 amCongrats! So excited for you
Posted by Thoughts and Rants in Jogging Pants | March 20, 2013, 8:48 pmThank you kindly! I appreciate you sharing in our new found happiness!
Posted by Anka | March 21, 2013, 8:12 amI am thrilled for you! Congratulations!! Takes me back to when we found out about our little surprise package… I hope you have a wonderful pregnancy, and a delightful future as a party of five. We’re a party of five, and I love it. Have to say I agree with your husband re 7 or 9, though! Best wishes….
Posted by charlotterose | March 21, 2013, 3:54 amOh Charlotte, it’s wonderful knowing that you LOVE being a party of five. We always left the option open for a third. But, like my husband said, we are done expanding our family by two my feet. It’s great to hear from you!
Posted by Anka | March 21, 2013, 8:11 amOh I’m so happy for you and huband Anka! Congratulations. Great post by the way. Hugs!
Posted by Maya | March 21, 2013, 8:14 pmThank you for the well wishes, Maya! I’m hanging in there as far as morning sickness goes. Looking forward to adding one more baby to the mix!
Posted by Anka | March 22, 2013, 10:57 amoh my goodness how exciting
Posted by tinkerbelle86 | March 22, 2013, 8:20 amThanks, Tinkerbelle86! It’s an exciting time indeed. Life will be even better once I get over the nausea!
Posted by Anka | March 22, 2013, 10:58 amOh, wow, congratulations, congratulations, congratulations! xoxo Jane
Posted by nothingbythebook | March 22, 2013, 3:00 pmSurprise, surprise, eh? Guess we finally get the baby we were hoping for after all. Thanks for the well wishes, Jane!
Posted by Anka | March 24, 2013, 6:27 pmThat is SO FANTASTIC! Looking forward to those upcoming posts, as soon as you get rid of all the coffee. Best wishes, good thoughts and every blessing for you and your family, Anka. Cheers! Uh, with cider champagne…
Posted by Ned's Blog | March 22, 2013, 3:54 pmThank you kindly, Ned! And yes, the coffee is definitely packed away for the foreseeable future. I have no desire to drink it whatsoever. As for the champagne, I’ll settle on sparkling cider for the time being. But, when I get to meet little peanut, I’m cracking open the REAL bubbly!
Posted by Anka | March 24, 2013, 6:30 pmThat’s fantastic
Oh, and if the Mexican mocha boy ever does show up with your coffee, I’ll understand if you send him away.
Posted by Ned's Blog | March 25, 2013, 9:09 amoh Anka!! Congratulations!! That is fabulous news, surprising as anything–I had no idea you were well trying or weren’t done, or whatevs–but yay! I know you love being mom and are in fact Super!! (look, up in the sky? Is that Anka??) I bet you are so happy and pleased–and yes, I have missed you, and will, but you need to take care…
anyway. Just so exciting!! Remember…it takes a whole blogging village to raise a blogerette..:)
Posted by Charron's Chatter | March 22, 2013, 6:16 pmCharron, I could just read your comments ALL day long! They are always peppered with so much grace and encouragement. As far as trying for the third baby, my hubby and I had talked about it quite a bit during the last year. We weren’t necessarily trying, and yet, we knew we weren’t done. Super mommy . . . here I come! I have no choice but to kick my parenting skills up a notch!
By the way, I LOVE your last line about how “it takes a whole blogging village to raise a blogerette.” So clever! I may just have to use it in a future post!!!!
Posted by Anka | March 24, 2013, 7:10 pmThis is fantastic, very happy for you
and three kids sounds like a very happy family!
Posted by Pixie Girl | March 23, 2013, 6:29 amThanks for the well wishes! And yes, I’m looking forward to kissing little hands and feet this time next year!
Posted by Anka | March 24, 2013, 6:31 pmCongratulations! I can’t think of a better reason to have “all-day” sickness! Take care of yourself!
Posted by Hazardous Housewife | March 23, 2013, 6:36 amHa, you’re right! I couldn’t think of a better reason to have “all-day” sickness either. It’s all for a worthy cause. Glad to see that you’re up and running again!
Posted by Anka | March 24, 2013, 6:32 pmI was indeed wondering about you! Congratulations! I really hope you don’t stay sick for long. My mom was sick the whole nine months with my brother. I am so happy for you and being the ringleader of a party of 5 myself, I can say it is a ton of fun! Someone is always there to make you laugh even when you feel like crying. I loved being pregnant so enjoy! Well, probably not the throwing up part, but the rest.
Posted by Gardengirl | March 25, 2013, 6:20 amThanks for the well wishes, Julie! It’s always encouraging to read your comments. And, by the way, I didn’t realize that you were also a party of five. I can’t wait to see how the dynamic of our family changes. As for the morning sickness, I’m over it. I wish it would go away already!
Posted by Anka | March 25, 2013, 3:09 pmI so sorry that I’ve been out of the loop and missed this! Thank you so much for telling me and I PROMISE to check back all the time!!!!
Posted by mylifeisthebestlife | March 25, 2013, 4:33 pmNo worries my beautiful friend! I’ve got your email so I know how to hunt you down when it’s necessary!
Posted by Anka | March 26, 2013, 8:20 amCongratulations! Now feeling a bit broody …;-)
Posted by Crumbs & Pegs | March 29, 2013, 4:14 pmCongratulations, Anka! Not sure how I missed this — seems your posts aren’t showing up in my reader for some reason anymore?
I am thrilled for you and Renaissance Man & your little ones…and I hope you are beginning to feel a bit better. That all-day sickness is certainly no fun.
Congrats to you, my friend! xoxo
Posted by Cancer in My Thirties | March 31, 2013, 11:39 pmThanks so much my dear! It’s great to hear from you again. I am far behind in reading blogs because of this darn morning sickness. But, I’m hoping it will pass within the next month. Hope you and your adorable little men had a fabulous holiday weekend!
Posted by Anka | April 1, 2013, 8:48 amReally happy for you Anka. Sometimes think i d like third but don’t have energy to go there! You seem like a lovely person and a great mom. I wish you all the best and look forward to reading about this new adventure in parenthood. Thanks for the likes on my blog. Emma
Posted by emmacconway | April 5, 2013, 2:24 pmThanks for the well wishes, Emma! It’s going to be quite the adventure indeed. And, being on the fence about a third child is completely natural. It’s very wise to calculate the cost in advance. As we both know, newborns require lots and lots of energy. Have a lovely weekend!
Posted by Anka | April 6, 2013, 7:54 pmCongratulations!
You’re going to be one hot mama!
Posted by The Hook | April 18, 2013, 11:59 amAw shucks. Thanks, Hook!
Posted by Anka | April 18, 2013, 12:09 pmI’m not a coffee drinker but my mother also had big time aversion to all coffee products….seems like its your body helping you stay away from it! Congrats again
Posted by Barbara @ Just Another Manic Mommy | April 22, 2013, 9:57 amBarbara, I can’t believe you’re not a coffee drinker. Before I got pregnant, I needed an IV drip of caffeine. You must find other ways to stay energized. And you’re right, when there’s a little baby growing inside of you, it’s like your body just goes into a protection mode and rejects coffee!
Posted by Anka | April 22, 2013, 10:19 amother ways….yes! tea, tea and more tea
Posted by Barbara @ Just Another Manic Mommy | April 22, 2013, 11:15 am