I’ve been wanting to write about my childbirth class experience, but wanted to save the entry till after I graduate. An opportunity came to write about the class earlier though, and so I grabbed it. Here it is:
I’ll still write a blog entry about my whole Lamaze class experience when H & I have completed all six classes. 
But in case you are interested or may know of someone who’s interested in learning more about Lamaze class, perhaps you could share the article with them.
In other pregnancy news…
Today is rest day for me. It’s supposed to be work-from-home day, but oh boy, I’m just plain exhausted. My OB said Weeks 28-32 will be the toughest, as my body adjusts some more to this growing miracle inside me.
Man, is it true.
I’ve woken up in the middle of the night gasping for breath. Nothing dramatic, mind you, and it’s only happened twice. Still, I didn’t think it would happen, but it did. The baby’s taking up more and more space inside my belly.
My appetite’s back to normal. No more insane cravings or huge binges. I’m able to control my portions better now. Maybe that’s because my stomach has no more room to expand, what with the baby growing. For as long as I continue to eat right, everything’s fine.
Just call me Elephant Legs. And so my ankles are swelling, and my husband just called me Elephant Legs. I couldn’t even get annoyed because it was true.
Have you got my back? Thank goodness for those massage techniques we learned in class. I call on H when I really need that darn back massage. My belly’s growing heavier, causing back pains now and then. When H isn’t there, I do my own exercises which relieve the pain. Still… OW.
Timmy has been moving a LOT. We feel his kicks more now. H pressed his cheek against my tummy once and Timmy kicked him in the face. It was so adorable. I can’t wait to kiss those little feet for real!
Don’t get me wrong, I love being pregnant! While these aches and pains irritate me, in a way, I welcome them. I embrace them. I know I’m going through all these because Timmy baby is growing. I sit back in my chair, caress my tummy, and am just thankful, so very thankful, for this beautiful blessing.
My baby’s coming out soon, maybe in 7-10 weeks.
Oh wow.
Hi! I'm Toni Tiu,
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at Wifely Steps since 2003. This started as a blog to help newly weds adjust to married life. It has evolved into a home and parenting blog. I write about things close to my heart -- good eats, good reads, family, marriage, and the little things that make everyday happy.
lleng
June 17, 2009 at 3:23 pm (15 years ago)hi ms toni, i heart your writings..very inspiring..can we exchange links?
thank you and God bless!
lleng
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kreez
June 17, 2009 at 4:54 pm (15 years ago)Aww, get your much needed rest Toni, Timmy is getting bigger and bigger, sandali nalang.
Now, more than ever, I’m inpsired to take a birthing class, if only I could find one closer to me that would be great. Thanks for sharing all these, i really helps a lot!
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odette
June 17, 2009 at 6:16 pm (15 years ago)great article toni!
wish you good health always and lots of strength for the big day!
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kayni
June 18, 2009 at 1:19 am (15 years ago)wow, baby Timmy is coming soon. take good care.
star
June 18, 2009 at 12:51 pm (15 years ago)closer and closer now… you’re doing great, toni
praying for continued health and safety.
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MJM
June 18, 2009 at 2:17 pm (15 years ago)Hi, Toni!
I can imagine how heavy your tummy must feel by now. I’m sure you are so excited for the baby to come out…
Have you ever tried using a belly band? It’s usually made of thick garter and it goes around the lower part of your tummy all the way to your back where you fasten it with velcro. Sometimes, it’s sold built into maternity panties. I used mine a lot and I could walk for hours with it, because it supports the tummy and lessens the strain on the back. When I didn’t wear it, I got tired very easily.
Treat yourself to massages. It’s the best relief for swollen limbs. When it was time to massage the back, I would lie on my side…
Take care and enjoy your pregnancy!
lady cess
June 18, 2009 at 4:02 pm (15 years ago)well-written article – as usual 😉 toni pa!
konting tiis na lang.
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macy
June 19, 2009 at 9:59 am (15 years ago)I love reading your pregnancy posts! I don’t think we’ll get pregnant anytime soon as we agreed to not have any yet atleast for a year but it makes me know what to expect. I went to nursing school and Im a registered nurse but what I learned in school is different from what actual pregnant women experience.
I pray you have a safe pregnancy and delivery. You and your husband are so close to seeing timmy!
Enjoy the rest of your pregnancy!
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Kay
June 20, 2009 at 4:24 am (15 years ago)Reading up on your pregnancy journey, I can’t wait till I am done with my legal problem with the ex, work things out with J, and have our own lil princess. I can feel your excitement and it just radiates. I wish you safety and lots of love.
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