Jacinta Chege – I have really changed!

How did you discover you were expectant?
We had not been together for a month. When we did, the excitement was very high, and I got the hunch that I had conceived A week later, I experienced an unusual backache. When my periods did not come at the regular time. I went for a test which confirmed what I suspected We had been trying for five months, with all the results coming negative I am now that pregnant woman that I have been ogling at on the street.

What has changed so far?
I have become very emotional When my husband and I get into a disagreement, I almost always burst into tears It is as if my tear ducts are closer now.

Eating habits
My appetite was low in the first trimester. I actually realised this in the second and now the third trimester that sees me eating too much. I wake up at 5am for heavy breakfast. I take another portion accompanied with fruits at 9am. The rest of the day’s meals are well-attended to, not to mention the fruits that I savour between the meals.

Social life
I have new friends, most of whom are young mothers Other than that, I am enjoying VIP treatment—no more queuing at the banking hall.the matatu’s front door being opened for me, and the like. It is humbling how people treat a pregnant woman.

Dressing
What do you expect of a tummy so big7 The dressing style has completely changed. No more fitting skirt-suits and tight jeans. I now keep going back to shop for different fittings.

Do you like, the changes?
Yes, I do. I look and feel more mature.

What has your husband say about the new you?
First, he is ecstatic about confirming that he is fertile; that he is going to be a father. He says he cannot wait to see his child.

Something crazy he said was that he never thought I could spend the whole day at home and that he feels proud and great to provide everything I demand.

Have you had a trying moment?
Oh yes. There was this time I attended our friend’s wedding and I had really psyched up for the evening party. Some discomfort cut short my party-mood as I had to go and nurse it at home, as my friends partied

What’s your favourite bit about this pregnancy?

• Seeing the baby kicking through the scan

• The kicks

• Shopping for the baby

Have you had any scares?
Giving birth is the greatest scare, especially because it is my first time. I’m praying much and trusting God for a natural and safe delivery. I believe it will be well with me.

When Is you EDD? Are you looking forward to It?

18th March,2011. I am very ready to hold the baby

What plans do you have for the baby?
Other than shopping for him, I am saving too.

Any baby names yet?

I have chosen the name Ephraim, which means the Lord has made me fruitful.

Anything else you want to say?
Every kick I feel makes me smile

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