Sorry guys for not constantly writing ....And so the time is passing such rapidly that i am already waiting for my little one's arrival.It's been an amazing journey in the past months as i mentioned in my title that attention, fun and chaos....
Attention because for obvious reasons :-)..... attention and care from all over.... parents, friends, husband and his relatives and most importantly in-laws especially my mil :-D, i meant to say they always did but this phase was different and its a lovely feeling to get pampered from all over and when all your needs / desires are fulfilled without even giving a second thought. I know all this is for sometime but who cares let me enjoy this for now ;-) and it was fun to go through the experience of the fact that you are actually having a baby in you which you still wouldn't feel in your first trimester and once your little one starts its movements... ahhh no one can describe the feeling of happiness and joy within... it's that amazing and a blessed feeling for a would be mom.
After a months stay at mom's place during my 1st trimester i had to return to routine life back to Bangalore and was very excited.Since my parents were to drop me to Bangalore it wasn't a big deal to travel. The biggest task was to clean my house which was untidy for a month, everything was in a mess from grocery to dust etc.... and it almost took a fortnight for me and mom to bring back things into proper condition. I had to get back to Sweet Indulgence also as many of my customers were awaiting for my return. I had already entered my second trimester and issues regarding health seemed totally normal, my concerns over thyroid and sugar levels which i had mentioned earlier were also under control.In Fact, i had no problems of thyroid it's just that during the early stages of pregnancy the level would rise up a little which is totally normal during the initial days and so it was the case with me. My gyno assured me it was normal and nothing to worry but i had to maintain a regular time and controlled diet with proper exercise and walking for the rest of period till delivery which made sense.
My food intake was getting more now... i had to eat for two of us and at regular intervals. My 3 course meal was now divided into 5 course meal and in a required quantity. Overeating wasn't a good option, big mugs of milk, more of citrus fruits, fresh fruit juices, tender coconut and lots of water was added into my diet intake of less salt,pickles and fried food was also taken care to maintain the BP levels which is most important during pregnancy. And all my favourite junk food had to say a big good bye and santosh was a strict instructor towards me.In my case there was nothing as such for cravings i liked and enjoyed everything and anything that i got to eat but with right amount and correct time.Staying relaxed and keeping yourself busy helps a lot during pregnancy, lots of physical activities, household work,climbing stairs, lots of walking are all a good add on's for a normal and safe delivery which was my aim. Also there are many other good options available like yoga for pregnant women, swimming, aqua sports etc which i didn't prefer and its totally personal choices to be made and i didn't prefer them....
Time was passing so fast, and so was the level of nervousness, excitement,eagerness and all sort of other feelings were going through within me... my bump was growing big now and slowly the speed of my regular activities was going through a slow mode but then i hadn't stopped working... early morning walk and evening walk had become a practise, which i had to do alone. Mornings my husband didn't accompany me because he would sleep and i was getting less sleep because of the heaviness and would end up waking up early, in the evenings he would work late and so i had to go alone both the times which i didn't like at all. I met many other expecting mothers accompanied by their spouse which made me feel bad... Attention,love,care of your spouse towards you during these days are the things that you need badly which practically sometimes may not be possible.... i too like any other women would crib, argue or even fight with my hubby for not being with me ;-) but then for a person like me for whom it is "raat gayi baat gayi " types it didn't matter much and would move on with the regular routine.
My parents and my in laws accompanied me in my later stages i personally felt there is a need of some older/experienced women company is required as you're nearing the due.In my case i started feeling the movement of my baby during the 7th month (which vary in each individual)the experience is magical which only you can go through . Too many new things pop up which you cannot deal alone sometimes. Proper intake of food is very necessary, avoid eating outside food, maintaining a proper time schedule for meals,sleep and rest is very important. Indigestion, acidity, urinating frequently (sometimes you get tired going to the loo that often ;-)...) tend to happen as days pass.
It was already June and soon it was time for me say temporary good bye to Bangalore for another half year because my delivery was to happen in Hubli ( my native ) and my 8th month "shreemanta" ceremony was going to take place and the function was conducted by my in laws where the ritual says the pregnant women is made to feel special with all her favourite eateries, desires, cravings, new clothes,presents etc are taken care and guests are invited to bless the expectant mum... It wasn't over yet there was also something known as "Khelawan" in Marathi and "Byki Oota" in Kannada where friends and family invite you to their houses for Breakfast/lunch/evening snacks/dinner anything of your choice and serve you with your favourite delicacies or cravings and thats the actual period when you start gaining weight. Too many invitations, too much eating, enormous varieties of food are all add on's.... but you cannot say no at times ;-).......Overall my pregnancy was fun and i had best time of it... !!
to be continued.... :-)
After a months stay at mom's place during my 1st trimester i had to return to routine life back to Bangalore and was very excited.Since my parents were to drop me to Bangalore it wasn't a big deal to travel. The biggest task was to clean my house which was untidy for a month, everything was in a mess from grocery to dust etc.... and it almost took a fortnight for me and mom to bring back things into proper condition. I had to get back to Sweet Indulgence also as many of my customers were awaiting for my return. I had already entered my second trimester and issues regarding health seemed totally normal, my concerns over thyroid and sugar levels which i had mentioned earlier were also under control.In Fact, i had no problems of thyroid it's just that during the early stages of pregnancy the level would rise up a little which is totally normal during the initial days and so it was the case with me. My gyno assured me it was normal and nothing to worry but i had to maintain a regular time and controlled diet with proper exercise and walking for the rest of period till delivery which made sense.
My food intake was getting more now... i had to eat for two of us and at regular intervals. My 3 course meal was now divided into 5 course meal and in a required quantity. Overeating wasn't a good option, big mugs of milk, more of citrus fruits, fresh fruit juices, tender coconut and lots of water was added into my diet intake of less salt,pickles and fried food was also taken care to maintain the BP levels which is most important during pregnancy. And all my favourite junk food had to say a big good bye and santosh was a strict instructor towards me.In my case there was nothing as such for cravings i liked and enjoyed everything and anything that i got to eat but with right amount and correct time.Staying relaxed and keeping yourself busy helps a lot during pregnancy, lots of physical activities, household work,climbing stairs, lots of walking are all a good add on's for a normal and safe delivery which was my aim. Also there are many other good options available like yoga for pregnant women, swimming, aqua sports etc which i didn't prefer and its totally personal choices to be made and i didn't prefer them....
Time was passing so fast, and so was the level of nervousness, excitement,eagerness and all sort of other feelings were going through within me... my bump was growing big now and slowly the speed of my regular activities was going through a slow mode but then i hadn't stopped working... early morning walk and evening walk had become a practise, which i had to do alone. Mornings my husband didn't accompany me because he would sleep and i was getting less sleep because of the heaviness and would end up waking up early, in the evenings he would work late and so i had to go alone both the times which i didn't like at all. I met many other expecting mothers accompanied by their spouse which made me feel bad... Attention,love,care of your spouse towards you during these days are the things that you need badly which practically sometimes may not be possible.... i too like any other women would crib, argue or even fight with my hubby for not being with me ;-) but then for a person like me for whom it is "raat gayi baat gayi " types it didn't matter much and would move on with the regular routine.
My parents and my in laws accompanied me in my later stages i personally felt there is a need of some older/experienced women company is required as you're nearing the due.In my case i started feeling the movement of my baby during the 7th month (which vary in each individual)the experience is magical which only you can go through . Too many new things pop up which you cannot deal alone sometimes. Proper intake of food is very necessary, avoid eating outside food, maintaining a proper time schedule for meals,sleep and rest is very important. Indigestion, acidity, urinating frequently (sometimes you get tired going to the loo that often ;-)...) tend to happen as days pass.
It was already June and soon it was time for me say temporary good bye to Bangalore for another half year because my delivery was to happen in Hubli ( my native ) and my 8th month "shreemanta" ceremony was going to take place and the function was conducted by my in laws where the ritual says the pregnant women is made to feel special with all her favourite eateries, desires, cravings, new clothes,presents etc are taken care and guests are invited to bless the expectant mum... It wasn't over yet there was also something known as "Khelawan" in Marathi and "Byki Oota" in Kannada where friends and family invite you to their houses for Breakfast/lunch/evening snacks/dinner anything of your choice and serve you with your favourite delicacies or cravings and thats the actual period when you start gaining weight. Too many invitations, too much eating, enormous varieties of food are all add on's.... but you cannot say no at times ;-).......Overall my pregnancy was fun and i had best time of it... !!
to be continued.... :-)
