tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4174318552476047507.post2573320164908865997..comments2024-02-17T05:07:52.556-05:00Comments on A Distant Miracle: So How Does It Feel To Be Pregnant?Shannonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06545093875481027737noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4174318552476047507.post-37993962783509876812010-10-08T10:13:55.832-04:002010-10-08T10:13:55.832-04:00Thanks for the wonderful update. And I agree with...Thanks for the wonderful update. And I agree with other postings, now you and geoff can experience it together, but I can understand what your feeling. It's okay to feel that way, but remember you ARE having one. And for the name-lol, both my kids came home without names. Will you find out the sex of the baby? SO EXCITING!!!!!<br />(Please send congrats to your sister!)<br />Love, Kristine & MartyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4174318552476047507.post-88494172055363759822010-10-03T17:58:54.768-04:002010-10-03T17:58:54.768-04:00The moment you have to feed her every two hours fo...The moment you have to feed her every two hours for about 45 days, you´ll be very happy to be in shape and not worn out from pregnancy and childbirth! You´ll be, not jealous, but amazed by woman who have done both!!! And honestly wondering how you would feel if you had to breast or bottle feed every two hours if you had just given birth and in the end, secretly happy that that is not your case! We have a 4 month old baby from surrogacy in india with donor eggs. I went through all of that doubting. I even tried to breast feed! Err, umm. Our baby loved us from the get'go and all the rest, given what took us to India, doesn´t matter. You´ll remember my comment when you have to get up at 12 am, 2 am, 4 am, 6 am, 8 am, etc.... do not worry! Get in shape and get sleep!!! Hugs!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4174318552476047507.post-4340676315741879602010-10-01T22:44:48.055-04:002010-10-01T22:44:48.055-04:00don't worry. once you see your bump pictures ...don't worry. once you see your bump pictures you will be so very happy. you are blessed to be able to travel this route and once you have your little baby in your arms.... ahhhhhcocohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16537072466928697213noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4174318552476047507.post-41419209885712006692010-10-01T15:12:33.454-04:002010-10-01T15:12:33.454-04:00It must be so hard. I remember feeling resentful t...It must be so hard. I remember feeling resentful that I did not have the same experience other mother's had, but I'm still a mom and so are you! She'll be here before you know it. She'll have your eyes, your smile and your sassy attitude. Did I mention I'm thinking it's a girl? Name her Dru, you won't regret it and it's good for a girl or boy, just sayin'. Hang in there and keep focusing on the shopping, that always helps us girls feel better. You should absolutely write a book on your experience. You and Geoff write all of this in such an elegant way with true feelings. I'm sure many people going through alternative ways of having children would be thankful. I know you could handle the traveling and speaking engagements that come with book publishing LOL! I'm so happy for you both...she'll be here before you know it!Mrs. Redmondhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16661228219239445313noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4174318552476047507.post-42515473981959760382010-10-01T11:50:48.006-04:002010-10-01T11:50:48.006-04:00Shannon, Once you start doing those "getting ...Shannon, Once you start doing those "getting ready" things like talking to doctors and daycare providers, you'll start to feel like it is more real, but unfortunately it all feels a little abstract until the moment that they put a baby in your arms, shake your hand, and say "good luck!" I think you'll find that most people are pretty blase about the idea of a woman who is "expecting" but not pregnant -- there are so many non-traditional ways families come together now. It is nice that you get to hear about the not-so-pleasant aspects of pregnancy from your sister, and that you'll get some newborn practice with your new niece or nephew before your baby arrives.Stephaniekbhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15117260465061181392noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4174318552476047507.post-81240895782766623892010-09-30T21:41:26.089-04:002010-09-30T21:41:26.089-04:00Shannon, I can tell you first hand that I experien...Shannon, I can tell you first hand that I experienced that very same emotion of not carrying Lila. It made me so sad to see someone who was pregnant rubbing their belly because I wanted so badly for that to be me. I can attest that that terrible feeling does go away the moment you meet your sweet lil' baby. Oh Yeah, Get ready for all of the many compliments you will receive on how AMAZING you look for just having a baby!Intended Parentshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10320319605283747933noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4174318552476047507.post-75880985418584360392010-09-30T19:32:25.981-04:002010-09-30T19:32:25.981-04:00Someone once said that to her, being pregnant was ...Someone once said that to her, being pregnant was akin to what a husband or male partner would experience. Both you and Geoff alike can experience your baby's pregnancy in the same way. It certainly doesn't make you any less of a mother. Congratulations on strong progress. How exciting!Johnny and Darrenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11697245370250367206noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4174318552476047507.post-8098159700973661222010-09-30T18:40:52.552-04:002010-09-30T18:40:52.552-04:00Oh hun! I know exactly your thoughts and feelings ...Oh hun! I know exactly your thoughts and feelings about not carrying but as my hubby tells me your giving up 9 months for a life time of happiness...once you hold your baby all that just goes away (so i hear, lol). <br /><br />the registry gun is the bomb! we learned during our wedding time, cant wait until its our turn for baby registry!! you envy your sister and many women envy you (including me)!! your such a wonderful person and soon to be wonderful mommy!!Mandyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17875411870945541466noreply@blogger.com