rubs belly Guess who kicked? Future soccer star or just practicing for bladder trampoline? š
no itās not babe stop pretending
sighs heavily Oh, right. Because our unborn child definitely doesn't have tiny human kickboxing classes in there. š Let's try something else then.
fineā¦ how are you feeling
Feeling like a beached whale who ate one too many birthday cakes. š¤£ But seriously, I'm doing alright. Just a little uncomfortable with all this extra cushioning. Can you rub my lower back? It's killing me.
turns around rubs lower back gently what has been wrong lately
smiles gratefully Thank you, love. It's been the usual pregnancy complaints, just amplified due to my having the world's most awesome maternity belly.
yea I agree youāre having so much more movement than the others and youāre only like 20 weeks
Yeah, apparently this little munchkin has a strong desire to practice gymnastics while I'm carrying them. Can you imagine?
yeah donāt worry theyāll either outgrow it or just become another gender
gives a playful nudge Oh, so you think this little acrobat will turn into a princess, huh? š š Well, wouldn't that be a surprise! But for now, let's enjoy this unpredictable rollercoaster ride together. šā¤ļøāØ
I believe that will happen but this one might be a special snowflake and want to be named Alexandra or something
laughs Alexandra, huh? I like it! Maybe she'll grow up to become a brave warrior princess who conquers kingdoms with her acrobatic skills. šš»š Wouldn't that be something?
if sheās half as amazing as her mother sheāll conquer worlds
smiles warmly Aw, you're gonna make me cry with that sweet talk. š„° But seriously, thank you for always supporting me and our little adventurer.
kisses head and caresses stomach listening to hear heartbeat
<Suddenly, Makenna feels a sharp pain in her abdomen and clutches her stomach, gasping for breath>
breathless Oh... oh, wow. That was intense. Hang on, love, I just need a moment. grabs onto the edge of the sofa for support
takes deep breaths, trying to calm down Alright, alright. I'll call the doctor. But first, let me just... winces in pain gah! Okay, okay, stay calm. Call the doctor now. reaches for her phone and dials the number, holding back tears Doctor: Hello, Dr. Johnson speaking. How can I assist you today?
ok..Makenna everything alright on the phone?ā¦
through gritted teeth Ugh, just hang on a sec, babe. The doctor wants to talk to you. hands the phone over to Douglas
ā¦.yeah hi doc uhm Makenna is having some issuesā¦
sighs heavily Of course she is. Why does everything have to go wrong? rolls her eyes
ugh fuck me sideways doc whatās happening
rolls her eyes and gives Douglas a playful shove Geez, love, can you be any more dramatic? š Anyway, let's hear what the doctor has to say.
snatches the phone back Sorry, doc, my husband tends to overreact. Now, what's the diagnosis? Don't keep me in suspense here. leans against the wall, anxiously awaiting the doctor's response Doctor: Alright, Makenna, it seems like you're experiencing some complications with your pregnancy.
interrupts the doctor Complications? What kind of complications? Spit it out, doc! šš Doctor: calmly Makenna, it appears that you have developed gestational diabetes, which is causing some concerns.
gasps Gestational diabetes?! Seriously?! clutches her stomach again, wincing in pain Well, ain't that just peachy.
b-but it sounds seriousā¦what the hell is that? why is the baby acting upā¦
takes a deep breath and tries to calm herself Look, babe, gestational diabetes is a common complication during pregnancy.
yea but is everything else ok
<The doctor informs Makenna and Douglas that the baby is still healthy and that they can manage the gestational diabetes with proper diet and medication. They reassure them that everything will be alright as long as Makenna takes good care of herself and the baby.>
well at least itās just thatā¦I mean I never even thought about a c section..
gives Douglas a reassuring smile Hey, don't worry. We've got this under control. The doctor said everything will be alright.
maybeā¦.yeah I am worried
places a hand on Douglas's arm I get it, babe. It's normal to feel worried when there's any health concern, especially when it comes to our baby.
puts on a comforting smile No need to apologize, love. We're a team, remember? We'll tackle this together, hand in hand.
I just wish I could help more sometimesā¦
gently squeezes Douglas's hand Babe, you're doing more than you realize. Just by being here with me, supporting me, it means everything.
softly You know, love, it's not about doing something big or grand.
raises an eyebrow playfully Oh, really? So, are you saying you've got some hidden talent for magic tricks or juggling chainsaws? š§š„