OT: Baby #5, I'm needing prayer again :-/

Hugs and prayers! I have Lyme, and miscarried our unplanned, but not unwelcome baby #4 before I was officially tested/diagnosed. I had severe adrenal fatigue, plus digestion, thyroid, and liver dysfunction (most likely caused by the Lyme). Since starting treatment with my Naturopathic Dr. six months ago, I have essentially got my life and energy back with a huge decrease in symptoms, (just some physical flares the week before my period, but can be very much like a PMS X 10 emotionally, lol).

Last night there was an uh, oh, oh, no, possibility of pregnancy. We would welcome another baby, but fear the toll it would take on my health (plus the fear of having another miscarriage and passing on the disease) so have been trying to prevent pregnancy for that reason. 

Trying to remember that God is in control no matter what happens. In sickness and in health, He sees me and He sees you; Jehovah-El Roi. I so understand how you must be feeling right now with the set back in your progress as I contemplate the possibility of this hapening to me as well. Praying it is temporary and if not, that the Lord will give you strength and grace for each day and surround you with helpful and understanding family and friends.  

Amama5 has great advice on making the kids as independent as possible (that has helped me greatly). And remember it’s okay and even essential to lower your expectations for this season of life. (I know I had to out of necessity against my type A wannabe tendencies). I like that saying, “You are a human being, not a human-doing!”

“Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” Matthew 11:28-30

Praying the Lord will direct your priorities and give you the strength to accomplish them, that He will calm any fears in regards to your labor, and that you will find the blessings in this trial and that it will draw you into a deeper and closer relationship with the Him. Amen.