Pregnancy Symptoms

I downloaded a pregnancy app from BabyCenter on my phone.  It gives daily updates about the baby, the pregnancy, and all sorts of other pregnancy-related things.  One day, it gave a list of symptoms I "may be experiencing" in this first trimester.  The list included:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Gas
• Bloating
• Swollen, tender breasts
• Heartburn
• Frequent urination
• Constipation
• Heightened sense of emotion
• Difficulty sleeping
• Excessive production of saliva
• Breakouts

I died laughing as I read the day's update as I am experiencing every single one of these symptoms to some degree.  The nausea got so bad that I ended up having to call the doctor to get something to help.  Within an hour of me taking my first dose of Zofran, Ray said to me, "Wow!  That stuff must work!  It's the first time I've seen you smile in a week and a half!"  Really, Zofran is my new best friend.  The nausea was so bad that there were mornings I couldn't even drive myself to work.  I tried every natural remedy recommended to me by the doctor and the internet, and nothing worked.  I was amazed, though, by how many natural options there are that can give women relief. 

As for heightened sense of emotions... I don't think I've been too mean or grouchy, but Ray's probably a better judge of that.  I do know, though, that I cry over the most ridiculous things these days.  I've cried over episodes of "How I Met Your Mother," over the thought of having to put headbands (the ones that look like garters) on our baby, and a variety of commercials.

I'm certain that all of these things will be worth it in the end, but I cannot help but think of my Aunt Stacey.  I remember her telling me years ago that she "loved being pregnant."  While being pregnant is really exciting, I have to say that I am baffled about how anyone could love being this sick! She must have been one of those lucky women who experienced mild symptoms.

Here's to hoping the second trimester brings that relief that the books keep promising me!!