40 weeks tomorrow

Oh honey. It is so normal to feel this way. A big change is about to happen - of course there will be mixed emotions. Take each one as it comes and just listen to how you feel. There is nothing to be scared of. You may lose yourself, you may not. I feel I have lost a part of me, but look what for. I have the most beautiful little girl who brings light and joy to my life every passing minute. You will find yourself again - you’re not gone forever. When you are recovered, try to enjoy little things that pre-pregnancy/baby you would have enjoyed.

When it comes to postpartum, again every woman is different. I’m quite lucky to have not developed any PPA/PPD at the moment but I know that can change. The worst thing I’ve suffered at the moment (embarrassing) is some pretty horrendous constipation and piles. But again it all passes. I am sure you will be an exceptional mamma and once your little darling is in your arms all the labour pain and all of those worries will be gone 🩷🩷

Also my final note - SLEEP SLEEP SLEEP. You will need the rest ready for labour and postpartum. Sleep till 12 in the afternoon- who cares. I sure as hell wish I did!!!

Good luck darling x

To echo what said, with your first especially, sleep as much as you can! I just had baby #2 and napping is way harder to find time for. I know there are a hundred things to do instead of sleep but you'll feel so much better if you take the time to sleep when the baby sleeps. It will help your mental state too.