We had our first prenatal class last night. There were a total of five couples, and everyone knew the gender of their baby but us. Two of the couples are due in January and the rest of us are due in February. I can't help but wonder if we will meet up with any of them at the hospital.
It seemed like most people were concerned about the birth, while we are more worried about having two babies at home. Having Owen go through another major adjustment and how we can help him, is our main focus right now. I'm sure I'll have different worries once the contractions start.
The first class was an overview of anatomy, early labour, & relaxation techniques. I don't feel we learned much more than we already knew prior to the class, but it was nice to connect with other couples. I do think Gavin learned a few words that we don't usually say during daily conversation :) I also think the classes make things more real for us. We don't have any spare time to really talk about the new baby, because Owen keeps our time occupied, so it was really great to have a few hours to talk about this baby with one another.
We have a class next friday evening, then the following week is our hospital tour, followed by the final class. Hopefully we feel more prepared afterwards.
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Hey,
It's good to meet other preparing parents. And knowing that you want to do the best for Owen is more than half the battle. I hope you enjoy your next classes too! And keep using those words that Gavin isn't used too... it will make for interesting conversations! hehehe
Jules
That cool countdown seems to be going faster and faster and faster...
So exciting!!!
Sounds like everything is going well and that you will be at the birth before you know it! I am sure you preparing the best you can for Owen and yourselves!
I'm with you on the 2 babies at once worries!
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