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| True Morris Beaudoin 4-22-16 |
Finally in week 39, our son, True Morris Beaudoin, decided it was
time to make his appearance. The whole week I was just feeling done with
pregnancy. I managed to fit in 2 crossfit workouts early in the week and plenty
of walking with my dog. However, when Thursday 4/21 arrived, I felt exhausted
and opted to pass on crossfit. I walked my dog several times. On the second
walk on Thursday night, I noticed my dog was sticking really close to me even
off leash. I had been told my dog might know about labor signs before I did. I
had minor cramping throughout the day, but nothing that would have tipped me
off on what was to come. Sure enough, when we returned home from our walk, I
had my first noticeable contraction. I still was not sure if it was the real
deal, but I told my husband I no longer felt up to meeting him in Concord for
frozen yogurt. I suppose this should have been enough of a sign for me! After
that, things kind of blurred together.
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| After 16 hours of labor, True was born in the water--I was so tired! This is about 5 hours later... |
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| First family photo a few days later |
The short version of my labor story: I labored at home from
about 7 PM Thursday until 7AM on Friday as I could not go to the birth center
until my contractions were spaced to a certain amount. It was the most
excruciating pain possible. I also had back labor which is really brutal. I did
all of this with not one bit of pain medication. In the morning, Mark drove me
to the birth center. There, I labored for about 1 hour out of the birthing pool
and was 5cm dilated when we arrived there. Finally, when the pain was too much,
I transitioned to the birth pool where I labored until 11:02. True was born in
his amniotic sac (my water never broke) on Friday, 4/22 which happened to be a
full moon day. He weighed 7lbs 6 oz and was 21 inches long. I was able to stick
with our plan for a natural birth and had no complications. Oh, and I should mention, we were discharged from the birth center at 4:00 PM on the same day! I attribute much of
this to the excellent care we received through the Concord Birth Center as well as
my own commitment to working out throughout the pregnancy. I also should mention my awesome prenatal yoga class that I took at Ohana Yoga for the second and third trimester. It was a great opportunity to get breathing techniques and for positive camaraderie with other pregnant women. I think there was
only one week in 39 weeks that I missed a few workouts (due to a cold/flu).
While my food choices certainly left much to be desired during pregnancy, my
healthy habits prior to conception helped set me up for a complication free
pregnancy and delivery.
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| Babywearing has been a must during the first few weeks at home! |
One month later, I am finally starting to resume working out.
I walked a bit with the baby carrier post- baby, but it is now time to focus on
building back my strength and endurance. This was my longest break from exercise
in 4 years, so I am eager to get back into a routine. However, it will be
different with the baby as getting to a gym is basically impossible until he
starts daycare in August. With that said, I decided to join my friend Aimee’s
accountability group and complete the 21 Day Fix starting on 5/30. I can do the
workouts at home and shakes are an easy option to prepare when I have limited
time during True’s naps. I have already tested out some of the workouts and it
is a terrific option while True peacefully swings in the Mamaroo next to me. I
feel better knowing I have done something for myself while still making sure my
son is cared for. I can’t determine a
set workout schedule as I fit in what I can when he decides it is time to sleep—so
home workouts are perfect right now. I am VERY eager to get back to Crossfit Ironborn and my friends at the gym, but until then, I have found a solution that works
for our family. Stay tuned in June for my results. I should note that I am
feeling pretty good already as I lost the bulk of the baby weight in the first
three weeks after True’s arrival while not doing anything (besides not sleeping
and constantly caring for a newborn)! Now, I am tackling those extra lbs I put
on in the first trimester due to drastically shifting my diet at that time. It
will take some effort, but I am confident I can get back to where I want to be
and perhaps surpass those goals. I also am planning on getting a new wardrobe
once I reach my goals as I am so tired of my maternity clothes and everything I
wore before getting pregnant. It is just time to reset!
2016 is all about fitting my workouts and lifestyle choices
into my new role as a mom. Yesterday, I popped True in the infant seat option
with the BOB stroller and leashed Penny. We went for a 2 mile walk and that
jogging stroller certainly adds an element of strength to our walks! It
is imperative that my husband and I demonstrate healthy choices for our son as
soon as possible. I hope True will enjoy working out as much as I do!
Week 38 & Week 39 Workout Recap
A few final maternity photos:
Sunday- Walk w/Penny
Monday- Crossfit & Prenatal
Yoga
Tuesday- Prenatal Pilates
Wednesday- AM Elliptical & Walk w/Penny X 2
Thursday- Crossfit & Prenatal
Yoga
Friday- Crossfit & Walk
w/Penny
Saturday- Prenatal Pilates &
Elliptical
Sunday- Prenatal Yoga & Walk
w/Penny
Monday- Crossfit & Walk
w/Penny & Prenatal Yoga
Tuesday- Crossfit
Wednesday- Walk w/Penny X 2 &
Prenatal Pilates
Thursday- Walk w/Penny X 2
Friday- Baby True is born!
Saturday- REST
~Laura
