Due dates and gratitude.
Today is my due date.
This little boy if he was listening to the ultrasound tech, is supposed to arrive today.
These entire 40 weeks they say “February 7″. I tried to initially trick myself and say I was due on February 14. That wore off. I’m due today, and here I sit… baby still happily hanging out in my belly. This time is a bit easier, I must confess. I was 7 days overdue with Maisie and thought each day was a new and cruel game the universe was playing on me. This time, I know the reward… so I wait. I distract. I distract some more (thank you online shopping and Bamboletta), try and play mind games with this unborn babe. “Nah, take your time.” I realize there are reasons for everything. I am absolutely not complaining. All is well.
But, any woman who goes ‘over due’ knows that it is one of the more challenging waiting games you are faced with… until of course… the little miracles decides to make the grand appearance, and then suddenly… all is forgotten (or sort of). The pay off is worth it, the wait is worth it. But, if one more person says “almost there” to me…. things might get ugly.
I get it. I’m almost there. I won’t be pregnant in two weeks. (although a little sooner entry would be nice).
So my little boy, come out when you’re ready… but be nice to your mommy.
Maisie tells me “he’s too big to come out”.
I think “thats great sweetie”. Just great.
To all you mommas out there growing these little beings… be grateful. Even when it gets rough. Be grateful your body is able to carry these little wonders into the world. There are so many mommas who would do anything to be in our shoes. Be grateful.
Perhaps as another distraction I’ll do some more maternity photos today.
But for now… the above photo is one from a couple weeks ago. I feel as though I’ve doubled in size… but, thats just how I roll.
(the photo below is precious to me. Its been my view lately, and I love it.)
ox
Tags: images of a pregnant belly, maternal, maternity photos, mom with child, pregnancy images, pregnant mom with child, self portrait maternity
February 7th, 2013 at 9:22 am
Yay for your due date!! I’m awaiting our little man too – (due March 3rd) and agree – we’re so lucky to be having this opportunity, as many people who want to never will. Some days are challenging, but I’m sure will be worth it (I’m a first time mom!) Good luck to you and cannot wait to see pictures!
February 7th, 2013 at 9:33 am
Good Luck! I’m sure he will come at just the perfect time! ps. I Love reading your blogs
xoxo
February 7th, 2013 at 10:11 am
Erin, you have such a beautiful way with words. That brought tears to my eyes. A lot to do with it is probably my own pregnancy hormones, but also that I do know a couple women that are not able to carry a baby into this world, and would do anything to be able to, and we should be extremely grateful everyday that we can. So, from now on when I am having one of those “bad” days, I will think of your words and remember how lucky I am. Thank you for that, and good luck! Hopefully he won’t keep his Mommy, Daddy and sister waiting for too long.
February 7th, 2013 at 11:04 am
This is so beautiful – I don’t have kids yet and so many of my younger friends had trouble conceiving – through the miracle of science they all have their beautiful children now and I couldn’t be happier for them. I’m excited for you and your family and the miracle of life that you will soon be bringing to this world. I thought of a quote when I read this and I think that your fans/friends/family would all agree that this rings true to your success in life and love…
“The secret to having it all, is knowing you already do”
~Your photography and words are very inspiring for me, but most of all its a beautiful thing when you haven’t ever met someone and you can feel their zest for life and the love that they bring to this world. Sending you love
February 7th, 2013 at 12:12 pm
Hang in there and enjoy this time
Im sure its not what you want to hear 
I went a week over with number three, im sure it was the longest week of my life, but wish I had taken the time to really enjoy those moments with my other two little people rather than obsess about waiting (which I did) because as soon as number three arrived, those moments seem to get less and further apart. LIfes about to get a lot busier.
ps you do pregnancy well, you look amazing
February 23rd, 2013 at 10:22 am
Hey Erin!! i just came across your blog and I love it. I have spent the last 3 hours on here and I am truly inspired! I love your photography you capture the moments perfectly!!
xxo
best of luck to you!
http://everydaybeginings.blogspot.com/
May 2nd, 2013 at 2:16 am
This was really inspiring. I hope everything turned out well in the end. I worry about these kinds of things as my wife and I are going to be bringing our first into the world in the not so distant future.
Your photos look amazing too.