Surprise! I’m expecting my third child. There, I’ve said it, and it feels surreal. My partner, Jake, and I hadn’t planned for another little one, but we hadn’t completely ruled it out either. I was still on the fence, unsure about closing the door on the baby chapter, while Jake was ready to hang up his parenting hat the moment our second son arrived. So, to say this revelation has taken me by surprise is an understatement.
Just a few weeks ago, I found myself pacing back and forth in a Walmart restroom, anxiously awaiting the results of a pregnancy test (no judgment, it was the closest place I could get some privacy). What felt like an eternity was actually just a few minutes. When the faint lines finally appeared, I was frozen in disbelief. How did this happen? Okay, I know how it happened, but still—how did it happen?
In the next thirty seconds, my mind raced uncontrollably. Panic set in, and a flurry of thoughts flooded my brain:
- Check it again. There must be a mistake.
- Consult the instructions.
- This can’t be accurate.
- What does a smiley face even signify?
- How?
- Did I remember to take my pill?
- Jake is going to flip out!
- I’m still carrying baby weight from my last pregnancy!
- What if it’s another boy?
- Can I really handle three boys?
- I need a new car! Three car seats?
- Can we even afford vacations now?
- A party of five!? PARTY OF FIVE!
- No more guest room for visitors.
- Wait, how far along am I?
- Oh no, I just had that girls’ weekend and drank way too much!
- I might need to find another job.
- And Jake might need to as well!
- Two in diapers!
- What if it’s a girl? WHAT IF IT’S A GIRL?
- I definitely need to find another job.
Hold on… I’m still in a Walmart restroom. I should call Jake.
Pull yourself together. You’re pregnant. I’m pregnant. I can handle this.
Once I wrapped up my mental pep talk, I instinctively placed my hand on my belly and smiled. Here we go again, now as a party of five. God help me!
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Summary:
This article captures the whirlwind of emotions and thoughts that come with discovering a surprise pregnancy, especially when you’re not fully prepared for the news. It touches on the chaos and excitement of expanding your family and the practical considerations that come with it.
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