The 'scary' Third Trimester

So, a couple of weeks ago i turned 28 weeks pregnant which means i've hit the third trimester! Not sure whether to feel scared or ecstatic so i guess feeling both is fine...

29 weeks pregnant

This weeks a bit of a crazy one for me, Barney and I have just moved into our new family home together and its going to need a lot of redecorating. By this i mean a HELL OF A LOT! Let's just say it wasn't left in the best condition. Very frustrating. I'm trying to be extra careful though with fumes and carrying things as i don't want to harm or disturb Mila. Barney's been a superstar as usual and has been on hand if and when i need him. So when i havent been painting or cleaning the new home, ive found myself reading my 'pregnancy+ app' and googling every single little thing possible. Some of which are probably ridiculous to many...

Whilst doing so, i realised that we literally have no clue what were doing and it seems there's so much to know.

Oh lordy.

After speaking with my mum and other people for advice, all everyone seems to say is "you'll know what to do when shes here, dont worry!"
Ok. For anyone that knows me, will know how much i like to be organised and prepared. Hmm. Do i feel it at this current moment in time, nope.
So, this resulted in:
1. Barney and I borrowing and buying books. 'The expectant dads handbook', 'what to expect when you're expecting'. These being a couple of them.
2. A stupid amount of internet searching. 'What to expect when in labor' 'signs of labor' 'first 24 hours with your newborn' 'how and what to pack in a hospital bag'
3. Making a million 'TO DO' notes on our phones.
4. Asking friends (with children) if labor really is the most horrific ordeal.

And breathe...

Do i feel better, kinda... No not really.

Ok, so after feeling like my head was going to explode and Barney probably wanting to kill me. I decided to do things step by step.
Firstly, sort out the new home.

After that i sat and researched questions i needed answering ONE BY ONE. In no rush, and not pulling my hair out. Things i found helpful were forums like Mumsnet and parenthood/pregnancy blogs were great and answer loads of questions. One tip: do not read anything that'll scare you or that is being overly safe... you'll end up ruining the last few weeks of your pregnancy with fear.

Next, i spoke to other mums for proper tips and advice, joined Facebook and Twitter pages like Gentle Parenting and Mum To Be. Other parents love to give advice and ask questions so you can gain information from them about pregnancy or babies upto 2 years old. Its great.

If your going to buy books i would suggest buying a book on a topic your not sure on like after birth or breastfeeding. They will help more than i book that covers everything possible!

Attend classes ie antenatal and breast feeding classes. Barney and I have a class in two weeks time on breastfeeding, hopefully it'll be knowledgeable!

One thing i found great, was keeping myself busy! By doing things that i couldn't wait to do, like wash and organise all of Milan's clothes into sizes, sort out her room and make things like bunting for her room. This really took my mind off everything and made me feel great.

30 weeks pregnant

Anyway, i hope this helped, a little maybe.