Expecting Baby #3

When Adam & I started dating, one of the many topics we discussed were how many children each of us wanted. I have always wanted a big family and four children sounded perfect to me. When I shared my thoughts with Adam, he said he wanted the same thing. I was so happy.

Probably a few months after we were married the topic came up again and he changed his number to three. It caught me by surprise. He has every right to change his mind, but I asked if he remembered the conversation when we were dating. Of course he did, but he jokes he just told me that so I would marry him. Sneaky! Eventually we decided that we would have three. If I still really want another one after the third child is a year, we will make that decision.

We have been trying for Baby #3 for awhile now. Last summer, we started trying. Mason was a pleasant surprise and on the first try, we were able to get pregnant with Taylor. Surely I figured it would be that easy the third time around. Unfortunately, Adam was gone five days out of the week for work, I got pneumonia, Mason had his tonsils removed, and we were moving in the process. Very stressful!

A week and a half before I took a pregnancy test, I was pretty sure I was pregnant. The only time I get heartburn is when I'm pregnant and I was seeing early signs of heartburn. Not to mention that I was extremely tired and I started getting what I call "gag burps." I didn't want to get my hopes up again, in case it was just my mind convincing my body I was pregnant. Funny how the mind can work.

I woke up on Feb. 6th and took this test.

I was so glad Adam convinced me to buy a digital test this time around and even more happy to see the results. I ran downstairs and shared the results with Adam, as he was about to leave for work. We hugged and kissed. I was relieved to know that my instincts were correct.

Thankfully, I got a couple of recommendations for my doctor. When I called to set up an appointment, they explained that first I have meet with the PA to discuss my history, do blood work, and answer any of my questions. In my mind, this was a perfect way for me to decide how I like their office staff. Sometimes, it can make or break a doctor. Thankfully, I really like this doctor and the staff.

I had my first real appointment yesterday. There is nothing like hearing the heartbeat for the first time and seeing your baby on the ultrasound screen. Everything checked out well and my due date is Oct. 17th.

I'm feeling pretty good so far. I still get my "gag burps" if I let myself go too long without eating. The tiredness has set it in and the heartburn is there. Every pregnancy is different, but I'm not counting myself out of the morning sickness just yet.