I am seriously miserable. I feel guilty saying that considering growing a child is such an incredible blessing, but physically I'm a mess. Things have not gotten better since my last post. Now I'm currently dealing with posterior pelvic pain in my left pelvic joint causing terrible pain anytime I walk or put pressure on my left leg. I've been seeing the chiropractor, doing my stretches, and taking it easy as much as possible, but having 2 little kids at home means I can never really stay off of my feet for long. On top of that, my plantar fasciitis has flared up again on my left foot causing intense heel pain every time I walk. It is so incredibly frustrating to have limited mobility and a million things that need to get done. Andy and I have already discussed possibly hiring a babysitter part time to help with the kiddos. I can barely keep up with the chores around the house, since going up the stairs is a challenge. Even carrying a basket of laundry is tricky. I'm hoping the pain will magically go away with continued chiropractic care and stretching. Fingers crossed!!
I had such high hopes for May and June: trips to the arboretum that is literally 3 minutes away, afternoons at the zoo, exploring new parks... I wanted to give the kiddos an extra fun spring considering July and August outings might be slightly limited. Plus, we are strongly considering enrolling Isla in school for first grade, so I wanted to take advantage of all of our time together! Ugh. So yeah, if you need me I'll be feeling sorry for myself on the couch.
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Awwww Bets. I'm so sorry. I hate that you're having such a rough time this pregnancy, and also I'm sorry homeschooling is not going like you had hoped. :( I do know that a big part of homeschooling is self doubt, and making peace with how your child learns and some of the struggles you'll have with encouraging them.
I say whatever makes you the best mom, and whatever will serve your family the best is what you should do. Whether that means homeschooling or enrolling Isla in school. It's gonna be okay either way. Especially with your VERY bright little girl.
But I get you. I really get you. I have so much worry and doubt about school and what's best for Gus. Being a mom is so hard.
Also I SO understand how you feel about not doing what you want to do with your kids before the baby is born. But think of it this way... it might actually be EASIER once she's born. I know it doesn't seem like it, but it was for me. I was so physically impaired by this third pregnancy, and most of that went away within just a few weeks of Olive's birth and I totally feel more energized and more competent to do stuff with the kids than I did when I was pregnant. Give yourself a break. You are giving these kids a sister! That is the best gift. Way better than the arboretum. ;)
I read this last week but didn't have time to respond...
I'm so sorry you're having all the pelvic and foot pain! This pregnancy has been rough on you. I really hope the chiro and everything you're doing makes a difference and you start feeling better. Does it help to sit in a warm bath? Or on a heating pad?
Don't push yourself too much - the house chores can wait, and I'd bet your kiddos aren't going to hold it against you if you don't make it to the arboretum, or even out of the house. And like Alicia says, maybe things will feel a lot easier once little girl is on the outside. At least you won't be dealing with the pregnancy pain, and you'll have a sweet new face to look at. :)
Thinking of you and wishing you a speedy and tolerable last month+.
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