Pregnancy: the good, the bad and TMI.

As I'm nearing the end of what will be my last pregnancy, I can't help but think of everything that I enjoy and all that I will miss about it.  It's such a special feeling...having this little person to yourself for 9 long months and knowing them in a way that only a mama-to-be can.  It's cozy, it's comforting, it's a privilege...and in my opinion, truly one of God' greatest miracles.

But, don't get me wrong...there are also a few things that come along with pregnancy {for me} that have me counting down the days until it's over.

So, here's a little list of all the things I've loved about the past 9 months, along with a few of my not-so-favorite things. I apologize in advance for any "TMI." :)

the bump - ♥
the smiles from complete strangers - ♥
hearing your baby's heartbeat - ♥
throwing up every meal - Ugh.
hemorrhoids - Ugh.
"Expectant Mother" parking - ♥
nightly guilt-free ice cream indulgence - ♥
finding something to wear the last month - Ugh.
heartburn - Ugh.
my handful of pills and 3 shots everyday - Double Ugh.
Zofran - ♥ {a true lifesaver for severe morning sickness}
tanning so easily in the sun - ♥
blindly shaving the "nether regions" - Ugh.
putting lotion on my legs and feet - Ugh.
having a license to relax and take a break whenever I feel like it - ♥
getting all the baby "stuff" back out - ♥
a serious lack of energy the first few months - Ugh.
nesting, that overwhelming need to clean/organize - ♥
amazing photos by one of my favorite gals - ♥
Doctor's orders "no exercise" - Ugh.
craving fresh fruit, especially strawberries, blueberries and pineapple - ♥
eating cereal 2 or 3 times a day - ♥
bending over the tub while Tay's in the bath - Ugh.
feet in my aching ribs - ♥ and Ugh.
a sore back - Ugh.
little nudges throughout the day - ♥
baby hiccups - ♥
knowing my babe can hear my voice - ♥
taking Miralax everyday for 5 months - Ugh.
people wanting to touch my belly - ♥
people wanting to touch my belly - Ugh.
frequent trips to the lab for blood draws - Ugh.
frequent trips to the doc's for ultrasounds - ♥
transitioning from baby pink to baby blue - ♥
having the strangest dreams about the most random people - Ugh.
answering all of Taylor's questions about how baby's get here - ♥
telling Tay all about when she was first born - ♥
worrying that she will feel replaced or somehow loved less - Ugh.
all of us agreeing on baby boy's name - ♥
anticipating his arrival date - ♥
Taylor asking me if I'll still have time to play with her after the baby's born - Ugh.
waking up at night every time I need to roll over - Ugh.
praying for my baby boy and his safe arrival into this world - ♥
knowing this is the last time I'll feel this feeling inside of me...another life created...and growing...and thriving - ♥

It might seem like a toss-up, but as bad as the bad parts were, I wouldn't wish being pregnant away for anything in the world.  It's amazing.  A literal pain at times, but really, truly amazing. ♥

And I get to enjoy it for just 7 more days!!! :)

*photo courtesy of Tiffany Jeanne Photography :)