Reflections at 12 weeks 6 days

mmeross · November 2011

This trimester has been tough for many of us. Between puking our guts out, sleeping or feeling exhausted all the time, and worries about losses, we have all grown to know each other and appreciate the support given. At the start of this pregnancy, none of us really knew each other. We had one thing in common and that was the hope of a baby of our own who should happen to come in the same month as all the rest of the woman here.

I believe that the universe has a special place for pregnant woman and that we are all cherished in ways that are unexplainable. We aren't just one person anymore, but two. I spend much time thinking about you all and sending up prayers for all of us.

Over the past few months we have experienced a multitude of emotions. We have lost many woman from this board and can only hope they get their sticky baby soon. Those of us who are left are thankful for the hope given to us. We will be worrying about these babies for their whole lives. We will pray they find happiness, we will worry about their safety, and from the start we all are concerned that the role we play in their lives will create a positive impact.

As we cross this threshold, some already have, some still have a few weeks to go, we can only know truly that the support given by strangers turned friends is something we will never forget. If we make it to the end of the pregnancy, or if we only make it another week, we are all moms, and that's something to feel special about.

I just wanted to say thank you for all the wonderful support I have seen from all of you out there. I know I have needed your help, but more importantly everyone here, has need a little bit of help and support at some point and you have all stepped up and been wonderful.

lizzybean · November 2011

... and now Im a bawling mess of tears.

Karisa, I couldnt have said it better myself. Thank you for your beautiful and thoughtful words. I have no doubt that every woman here feels the same way.

We really are joined and bonded over this gift that each of us has, and the support these past couple of months have been invaluable to me.

xoxo Liz