- I am not sick like last time we were expecting (thank the Lord!)
- My pants aren't getting tighter and tighter as my belly grows with a little one inside.
- We have no set date to tell friends and family.
- I have no physical way to bond with our future little one before they actually arrive.
It's very different in many ways, but also the same in others:
- We talk about "New Baby" all the time, daily even.
- I purchase baby carriers with the little one in mind.
- We pray for our little one (and their expectant family).
- We are preparing Addie through conversations and books.
WE know it feels similar, but many others don't realize that. In conversations I have I have to constantly remind myself that it's not obvious that we too are expecting. In fact recently I had to be reminded that I could fill out paperwork for a baby registry because I am actually expecting. Good on you, Babies R Us for having an adoption option on the paperwork!
So join me in this "Paper Pregnancy". It's not the same, but prayers for a healthy pregnancy and delivery are coveted for our future little one and the brave woman who will be carrying them. <3
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