Should I Still be Doing That?

With less than 25 days to go to Baby Max's due date, I'm sure the thought has crossed other peoples' minds: Should that preggo be doing that?

Yesterday was my typical rest Friday. But the day before, I went to the gym where I sweat my face off for 40 minutes on the elliptical machine and then did another half an hour of weights. After, I went to prenatal yoga for some cool down and stretching. Some would say I'm over doing it, but I felt fantastic.

In the gym, while cooling down from the elliptical before my weight training session, I got stares from a few women who were lined up to get into a class. (Luckily, I didn't go into the class, though did contemplate it for a few minutes!) Some smiled. A few others looked on, concern on their faces.

Honestly ladies, it's all good.

My team of midwives is extremely supportive and encourages me to keep up with my fitness regime as long as I don't overheat, feel exhausted or feel faint. In fact, Carol said that all this exercise is good for Baby Max. She says that it helps to keep the blood circulating.

And, again, I still feel good. Last week, I must confess. I did think about running tomorrow's 5K event at the Toronto Marathon. But you know what? I've decided to sleep in instead and run later in the day, when it warms up. I can still run that distance now, but at nine months, it's no longer comfortable nor much fun, so now I keep things to 4K or less and walk breaks are now mandatory.

This morning, we got our car seat installed. Ah...another device/gadget we have to practice using. Since I've been off, I've started to practice folding and unfolding the stroller and figuring out how to carry a baby in a sling. I know all of this may sound a bit strange sans enfant, but when I chatted with the very friendly gal at Moms To Be...and More, she said it's important to start practicing now. Apparently, all this practice will come in handy when I have my hands full with a screaming newborn.

The other advice this lady gave me - and another expectant mom who happened to be there too - is to get out every day. She says that I should make a point of going for a walk every morning. Hopefully I'll be able to do that.

Gosh, there is a lot to think about and still do...and so little time left. I can't believe I could be a mother in 25 days or less. Exciting, yet scary at the same time!