My positive attitude is working for me

Diana Murungi has had prayerful moments since she fell pregnant with her first child. Interestingly, all her prayers have been answered.
She tells our staff writer why.

Even before I got pregnant, I prayed that I would never fall sick. And when I realised I was pregnant, I held on to the same prayer and in tandem with my requests, I have not had any trouble to date. No bad cravings yet except for Fanta soda. I also prayed for a beautiful bump that would not protrude till I was six months pregnant. And again I got an answer to my prayer because my belly has become visible only now, in my seventh month.

So far, I get what I ask for and I believe that is the attitude that every expectant mother should have. I do not really want my pregnancy to end. So far it has been a precious period for me: still I want to have Ethan here with me. Now I pray that my baby weighs exactly 3.5kg upon birth and I believe that wish will be granted too.

Quick to anger
Of late, I have noted that I get angry very fast if my inner circle of friends slightly provoke me. I do not get cross easily with strangers, and even when I do, it is easier to forget their misdeeds, but not with my friends, who have to be careful not to step on my toes. Initially I had a very clear face but now I have developed a rash. I suppose its because of the high body temperatures.

I am trying to keep cool by avoiding any warm clothing even if the weather is cold. With this pregnancy, I am making more friends and I am getting closer to people who have always been my friends. Fatigue is not only something I experience once in a while, but something that is now part of me especially now that I am in my last trimester. I occasionally feel tired and I also get a lot of acidity. I deal with the acidity by raking lots of milk. As my bump grows. I find myself frequently buying more clothes. Nonetheless, pregnancy is beautiful and it should be an experience that every woman should embrace. Women should embrace the moment and never take it for granted.

My best moments
That must be when the baby kicks. The First few months he would kick every time I was settled and silent. It just makes me smile.

Green, green and more green
26th June is when I will have baby Ethan and I have picked a green colour theme for his items. I am shopping for green outfits, green bathing items, a green cot and green beddings. I also love green though I do not have as many outfits as Ethan. However, what I lack in colour green. I will get it in blue or white. But green will be my number one preference. Green signifies growth, a new beginning and a sense of being outside even when in the house.

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