One of the things doctors keep telling me because I've been experiencing preterm labor is to avoid stress which can trigger early contractions. However, avoiding stress is easier said than done, even while I've been on bed rest. I lay here and stress about a variety of things, including the baby and pains that could be labor-causing (lately I've been experiencing round ligament pain, which can be pretty debilitating). I stress about the well-being of our five year old son and not overburdening my husband and mother-in-law who have been taking on my slack. I worry about how we're going to get our next meal on the table when I'm down and out, and so much more. Another HUGE stress that's been looming over us is J's state boards. I didn't realize how stressed I was about his exam until I heard the results today, and what a relief I felt. I am happy to report that he did it! J passed his state nursing boards with flying colors and now is a RN! We are so proud! No more purple student scrubs and no more stressing out about this test!
