My Inner World

There is a show called "Father Ted". It's of a certain comedic calliber that is very much appreciated by Paddy's bunch of mates. (Including his brother) and they tend to refer to each other as "Ted". "Ted, going for a smoke?"
"Going for a pint tonight, Ted?"
Then I got pregnant on the Munchkin and somewhere in the proceedings, the baby started to be called: "Little Ted". And it stuck!
Although I am not so sure whether I like my babies being referred to in a context of a show that has "Drrrrrrrrrink, arse Feck!" as a key frase, but some things are just the way they are!


For those not familiar with Father Ted:



It's worth having a look at the other Father Ted clips on You Tube, too!

Right, as the title says: She's back. Ish.

As per my previous update, the first trimester hit me like a ton of bricks. I had no idea how lucky I was with Munchkin's pregnancy until I became pregnant again! After a days work (where many blogs are blocked) there was no way I was going to log on when I could be hitting the hay! Going to bed at 20.30 - 21.00 hrs is not unusual anymore!
Then, when my body decided to cut me some slack, my very close friend came to the realization that her marriage is beyond salvation. Her husband is having a very hard time accepting this and has made life extremely difficult for her. She has even come to Ireland for a few days to get away from the toxic situation at home. So, I have been trying to help her through this nasty situation as best I can. I am very saddened by the fact that he seems to have decided that his hurt feelings go above what's good for their three children.... (Namely a pleasant home-life.)
But all I can do from here is support her and the children by listening and sharing my thoughts on the subject...

On a lighter, happier note. Paddy and I went for our first scan yesterday! I was very nervous as there is no guarantee that the lady will say all is well. But, thankfully, it is. The baby was having a blast in there, somersaults gallore and waving his arms and legs like a good thing! :-)))
The heart was beating strongly which was an amazing thing to see. The lady did some meassurements and it would seem I am 5 days more pregnant than I first thought. It doesn't make any sense if you go by my average cycle but I am guessing the scan wouldn't lie! So, the new due date is July 31. This happens to be a date that I have not been able to get out of my head for weeks! Now we know why! Also, I was thinking "Girl" all allong, but when I saw the little one on the scan I thought "Boy". So now, I genuinely have no clue anymore! ;-)

One thing that could possibly present a problem though, is that the placenta seems to be at the front, rather than at the back. This does not have to be a bad thing, unless the placenta starts to cover the cervix opening. In which case it will require a planned c-section. To determine this, we will be going in for another scan at 34 weeks.
I am not worried though, even if it does turn out to be the case, and I do need a c-section. It will not be the worst thing in the world. As long as the baby is healthy, I will do whatever is needed to keep it that way. There's people that have to endure a lot worse. My preference would ofcourse be a natural birth, but if that's not on the cards, so be it

So, without further ado, I present to you: Ted 2 (Naming to be explained later)

The head is to the right, then the pretty round tummy, the white stripe is the bone of the upper leg and then the rest of the leg.

This pregnancy is the exact opposite of my first one. With Munchkin, I did not get morning sickness. My skin stopped all it's pesky extreme dry-ness issues and I was really LOVING pregnancy. Now, I have to do deep breathing excercises whilst typing, lest I have to dash for the toilet. My skin feels like it's being slowly teared apart and I can't wait for the pregnancy to be over already and for me to hold my happy, healthy baby in my arms.
I am SO tired all day long that I have requested an extra week holiday because the idea of going back to the office makes me want to weep. Had I mentioned my hyper-emotional state?
I have had to psych myself up to write this entry, what I really want to be doing is lie down on the sofa and kindly request the room to stop spinning already!
The Glucose thing was borderline they said, 6. something. My cholesterol was waaaaaay low. I have to go in for a chat with her though, as this extreme reaction to sugar thing is freaking me the heck out!

Thanks a million for checking in folks, the concern is much appreciated!

I will try and drop by on your respective blogs, as I am dying to read what you all are up to. Just bear with me, the first trimester can't last forever!

Love and light and wishing your wonderful holidays!