Surprise! I’m expecting my third child. There, I’ve said it out loud. It feels surreal now. My partner and I hadn’t actively planned for a third, but we hadn’t completely shut the door on the idea either. I was still contemplating the possibility, while he was ready to move forward as soon as our second son was born. To say this revelation is unexpected is an understatement.
Just a few weeks ago, I found myself anxiously pacing in a Walmart restroom, waiting for the results of a pregnancy test. (No judgment, it was the nearest option!) What felt like an eternity of waiting turned into a rush of emotions when the results finally appeared – I was momentarily frozen. How did this happen? Well, I know how, but still – how did this happen?
In the next thirty seconds, my mind raced with thoughts and worries:
- Check the test again. It must be wrong.
- Review the instructions.
- This can’t be accurate.
- What does that smiley face mean, anyway?
- How did I end up in this situation?
- Did I take my pill regularly?
- My partner’s excitement might be too much!
- I still haven’t shed the pregnancy weight from baby number two!
- What if it’s another boy?
- Can I manage three boys?
- I need a bigger vehicle! Three car seats!
- Can we afford family vacations? Party of five!?
- PARTY OF FIVE!
- No more guest room for guests.
- How far along am I?
- Oh no, I had that girls’ weekend and drank way more than I should have!
- I need to consider getting another job.
- My partner might need to look for a new job too.
- He’s going to be in shock!
- Two children in diapers!
- What if it’s a girl? WHAT IF IT’S A GIRL?
- I definitely need another job.
- Wait… I’m still in a Walmart restroom.
- I should call my partner.
- Get it together.
- You’re pregnant.
- I’m pregnant.
- I can handle this!
After my internal dialogue, I instinctively placed my hand on my belly and smiled. Here we go again, but this time as a family of five. For more insights on navigating this journey, you can check out this helpful resource on donor insemination.
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