29w4d

I have written before about some of the things I've learned since becoming pregnant. Since this is a learning process that never quits, I've decided to add to that list.

• No matter how many times your husband or significant other insists you look adorable, you won't believe them.
• When you wake up in the middle of the night and think there's a chance your water broke because you're sweating so profusely, you're sweating too much.
• The first time a complete stranger reaches out to rub your belly, you will likely be too stunned to react.
• The first thing you will do upon entering an unfamiliar place for the first time is seek out the restroom.
• People seem to have no qualms when it comes to discussing your most private matters - this is not just reserved for medical staff.
• Losing the ability to tie your shoes or paint your toenails isn't too disappointing when you can't see your feet anymore.
• Getting protein from cheeseburgers and calcium from thick chocolate milkshakes counts.
• Rearranging drawers of burp cloths, onesies, and receiving blankets is a perfectly acceptable way to spend an afternoon.
• There is a fine line between wanting your husband to understand the wonders of childbirth and wanting him to ever look at you the same way again.
• Your bladder will wait until the exact moment you are beginning to fall asleep before announcing its need to be relieved. Similarly, your baby will wait until the same moment to deliver a swift and powerful kick to your ribcage.