Since I'm a little behind on my postings, or at least updating all the exciting things I've experience in the last four months I thought I'd try and summarize my first trimester learnings (and experiences) with a top ten list. Not that each of these items don't deserve their own blog, I want to start posting more recent items (and pictures!) sooner than later.
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My Top Ten First Trimester Learnings (not in any particular order, since all are equally worth mentioning).
1. Pregnancy Test Accuracy: Since we'd received a positive result with our home pregnancy test, I figured it was time to book a doctors appointment to be sure the test was accurate. Unbeknownst to me, pregnancy tests are close to 99% accurate. So remember, if you get the two pink lines, happy face or plus sign, then its fairly certain that you are having a baby!
2. Nap Time: Power naps are a must! Remember, that you are carrying another person inside of you and that your body just needs extra rest. I found myself falling asleep on the couch several times before the doctors confirmed our pregnancy, and I kept thinking it was weird since I grew out of my nap phase after University. But nap time is officially back, so when your body tells you its tired - have a nap.
3. Increased Bathroom Breaks: Yup, be ready to be visiting the ladies room every couple of hours. This includes visits in the middle of the night. I can't remember the last time I slept through the night, but you'll have the routine figured out in no time that you'll be sleep walking to the bathroom.
4. Shrinking Wardrobe: As each progressive week approaches, I find my wardrobe begins to shrink. Not only was I battling the weather and making sure I was dressed appropriately, but let me tell you, not everything was fitting like it should. When you work wardrobe consists of form fitted blouses, tucked into my dress pants, I could only continue to pull off that look for about two/three months. Thank goodness long, flowy tops are in, otherwise I wouldn't know what to wear to work. Weekends are a bit easier, as Lululemon is always my saviour.
5. Heart, burn?: I have to say that I never experienced heart burn before now. I couldn't even self-diagnose myself. I know that heart burn can be quite common during pregnancy, so one day when I wasn't feeling the greatest I thought I'd try some heart burn medication - and guess what?! It worked. I now have tums beside the bed for the few times I actually do get heart burn and it works wonders.
6. Mmmmmmm, water: You'll have to get used to the fact that the 8 glasses of water you are normally suppose to consume in a day is even more important now. Between my morning tea (decaffeinated of course) and the bottles of water I go through, I'd say I'm pretty close to reaching my quota. Not to mention the fact that when going out to eat, water is one of the few choices you actually have.
7. Snacks: Best to remember to carry a little snack with you in your purse for those times you get hungry and can't wait until you get home. When you get hungry, you're HUNGRY!
8. Taking Personal Time: Remember to take time for yourself. Its such an easy thing to say, but totally another thing to actually make sure you do it. Trying to figure out all the things that need to be ready for when baby come can definitely start taking up a lot of your time, but remember, the baby can pick up on how you are feeling. There is no reason to feel guilty for taking a little you time. Relaxing on the couch, putting your feet up, or having a bath. Times when your brain isn't running in overdrive (as mine so often is).
9. "Bun in the Oven": I officially know where this term comes from and have experienced it first hand. Having been a person who was mostly cold all the time, its been a real revelation to not have to wear a jacket outside when its the middle of winter. Don't get my wrong, when I go on long walks I need to wear my coat, but running out to the vehicle or doing errands no longer requires me to bundle up. There truly is a 'bun in my oven' - keeping me warm ;)
10. No drinks!: Not that I had to learn this, but when you go to a tropical resort for a week (all inclusive I might add) there is always a constant reminder that the number of drinks you can choose from has decreased substantially. Basically water, juice and milk are all I've been drinking since day 1. Get used to the idea that it'll be a few more months until you can enjoy a glass of wine.
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