I was told recently I haven’t been writing much. Which is surprising and true. Previously, I would write about everything. Then I started a blog and I haven’t really written anything. My baby is due in 3 months and I haven’t been recording my progress: the ups and downs, the joys, and the cries. But it’s never too late to start.
So far my favorite thing about being pregnant is feeling the baby move. Not only is it wonderful but it’s the way my son communicates with me. I’ve come to realize that strong kicks represent something he doesn’t like or want and softer kicks are his approval. Some people may think that I am completely crazy but hear me out.
Last week, I was reading out loud to my belly and my little one did a few soft kicks so I know he was enjoying our one on one time (or at least my voice). Then the dog runs over with his toy wanting to play fetch. I stopped reading and started playing fetch with the dog. Unexpectedly, I grabbed my belly as my little munchkin laid several kicks into my side. I abruptly stopped playing with the dog and the painful karate kicks subsided. Needless to say I realized the little one preferred me talking to him instead of playing with the dog. Thankfully the dog didn’t mind. He simply crawled into my lap and took a nap. 
Now let’s dive deeper into this kicking communication. I had been having trouble sleeping so a co-worker recommended the app Relax Melodies. The app is amazing because I’m able to select background noises to play as I fall asleep. Since using it I’ve been sleeping through the night minus a few bathroom breaks. Well, I have the sounds I like and another I let the baby select based on his kicks. Let’s just say I prefer my sounds over his – his selection more mimics his father’s style. One night I turned on the app as I fell asleep and I made sure I had my sounds playing. Well, the little munchkin in my womb was not satisfied. He started kicking up a storm of frustrations which means neither of us was going to sleep. To appease the beast inside of me I switched from my sounds to his. In no time, his kicking calmed as he settled down.
What does this mean? I think I’m going to be a push over. I already give my son everything I think he wants. Once he’s born I’m sure I will learn to say, “no”. Until then, if he wants to listen to me to talk or listen to his music then so be it. In either case I cherish these moments and I look forward to his baby kicks.
Becoming Me 