Last weekend there was a super small gathering of my family for an impromptu baby shower. My cousin, Alison and her mom, my aunt Sissy, hosted wonderful low-key brunch for me, which couldn’t have been more perfect.
I also met up with a friend who gave me a TON of baby accessories. I owe her a BIG HUG for delivering the goods AND for not being overwhelmed by the massive Montgomery clan who just happened to be gathered from all over the country during her visit. I have been so blessed to have such great friends and family providing hand-me-down maternity clothes, bras, clothes, blankets, diapers, bouncer seats, swings…you name it. I’m delighted to find/receive gently used items whenever possible, since most baby accoutrements are used for such a short period of time.
Our Bradley Method class is starting to get a little more interesting, and we are gradually getting into the good stuff. We watched some videos this week and I’m eager to really dig into the meat and potatoes of the class (stages of labor, how to cope, partner’s role, etc.) which seem to be just around the corner.
I’m still a little worn out, but I’m wondering how much of that is related to the hot weather and how much is actually pregnancy. Lucky for me, my grandmother found a maternity bathing suit (what a find for 50 cents!) so I can find some cool relaxation at a pool or in the ocean. Look for me at your neighborhood swimming hole. I’ll be the pregnant broad in hot pink (not my first choice, but, hey, how many times will I actually wear the thing?)!