Baby McG makes three! I have been extremely quiet on social media lately, and that’s the main reason why! This has been the hardest secret that I’ve had to keep, and finally telling people feels like such a relief. Baby McGrath will be here this winter and we couldn’t be more thrilled!
I took a test a few weeks back just because I felt a bit “off”. Clearly my subconscious knew something was up because it came back with a big ol’ fat positive. I went downstairs to show Steve and he just stared at it, not saying anything. Lol, not the reaction I was looking for. The shock of it was clearly too much for him. I let it slide. 😉
This pregnancy has been physically exhausting, and has thus far consisted of sleeping, nausea, vomiting, and repeat (not always in that order). Oh, and we had a trip to Dublin right after we found out. You know where NOT to go when you’re pregnant? Dublin. You don’t go to Dublin.
Starting at about 6 weeks, I started experiencing awful morning sickness. I’ve since been diagnosed with hyperemesis gravidarum – it’s been mentally and physically draining, not gonna lie. But I’ve been on medication (which only helps slightly) – fingers crossed it lightens up soon!
Sometimes I’m still in shock at the fact that I am actually having a baby and going to be a MOM. It’s so hard to wrap my head around it sometimes, especially since it’s still a bit early. I’ve just had my first scan, so that definitely makes it feel a bit more real! And yes, I cried. I felt so many emotions that I just couldn’t hold it in! Hearing baby’s heartbeat was the most amazing thing ever. Words cannot even describe it. We also could not believe how baby is completely formed already! Absolutely incredible.
We’re absolutely chuffed, and slightly terrified. Can’t wait to meet you, little one!
xx Lauren
Huge congratulations, Lauren! x
Thank you so much!