This might seem a little silly, but I have no reservations or concerns about baby's arrival. I believe that I will have a normal, even somewhat comfortable birth and that while it might be difficult, my body knows what to do and my mind sorta knows as well.
Yes, there are all kinds of things that can happen during birth, but I am choosing not to think about the things that could make me freak out if I do indeed think about them.
I DO have expectations -- of myself and my carefully chosen team, but I know that things can change and don't always go as planned so I might have to make amendments to my birth preferences. I know the "birth plan" could go out the window entirely along with my husband, but I hope not. I keep thinking it's going to be fine and everything will work out and be pleasant and uneventful. Is that absolutely ridiculous? Crazy? I've kinda been thinking this way for the past few weeks. I was giving some more thought to this today and I've decided that I'm not delusional. I think this is the best way for me to approach baby time. How else should I look at it? Dreading it like paying taxes or going to the dentist? These are things that must be done. I might as well embrace the unknown and try to have the best outlook imaginable. If it all goes to shit, fine. But maybe something will go my way and it'll be great! Anything will be better than the past 8 months, right?
I think it's the perfect attitude to have and even from far away, I share it with you. Optimism is the best outlook. I am looking forward to hearing all about the birth of a wonderful new person in our family. You have been through a lot, and hey, you've run marathons before. The difference here is you get to take home the most amazing trophy!
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i like the zen attitude! and i'd expect nothing less from our california girl :)
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