Just Want to Know
Entering eight months of pregnancy, Ariana’s stomach looks so big. Fortunately, in this final trimester, she is still free to do many activities.
Even though he feels tired faster, he still enjoys everything he does. After all, it’s boring to just stay silent. Or spend a lot of time just watching tv and sleeping in the room like Samuel often suggested to him.Content bel0ngs to Nôvel(D)r/a/ma.Org.
“It’s better for you to just stay at home, enjoy your time with me time. Whether it’s by watching Korean dramas. Either relaxing while snacking. Or invite someone like that. Invite Chacha or Mother Clara to chat with you instead of doing activities outside.”
Ariana had often heard that sentence from her husband. For some reason, in this second pregnancy, the worry from the start was clearly visible on Samuel’s face.
“If I stay at home all the time, I get bored, Ken. I want to go to the office or go for a walk. Keep spending time outside.”
“Apart from returning to work, you are allowed to do activities outside. But you have to be with me. Don’t be alone. I don’t want to think about or worry about what’s wrong with you.”
The man had even forbidden Ariana from working. He reasoned that he was afraid that his wife would overspend or even stress herself because she had to catch up with work deadlines.
Luckily in this final trimester, Samuel isn’t as protective as she was in the beginning. He finally allowed Ariana to go out of the house such as going to the salon, shopping monthly at the supermarket, buying various kinds of baby needs, or having her pregnancy checked at the hospital.
All of these activities may be carried out with the condition that the wife is not allowed to go alone. Which means that any activity may be carried out as long as you get assistance or bring along a partner to accompany you.
Just like what Ariana did today. He, who does have a routine schedule for monthly pregnancy check-ups, this time brought Arabella to accompany him.
“So you really can’t take me?” asked Ariana as she and Samuel were having breakfast.
Samuel turned. Throwing a warm smile, the man gave a small nod. There was also a feeling of guilt because today it was unusual for him to be absent from taking Ariana for an obstetrical control like the previous months.
“Yes, dear. This morning, Randa and I have a very busy schedule at the office. There is a group of clients from Singapore who must be greeted and entertained in person. Besides, your control schedule changes everything so that it’s morning. Usually it’s also evening. In this case, I won’t You can see how my son is progressing,” the man complained.
Usually, Ariana does take an inspection schedule every night or on weekends. For some reason, today he changed the schedule earlier than usual.
“I want to check HB, Ken. I’m afraid it’s low.”
“So what?” Samuel’s face, which was calm at first, turned a little worried. He was afraid that something bad would happen to his wife. “You’re fine, right?”
“Recently, I often have a hard time sleeping. When it’s already morning, I feel really weak. That’s why I want to check it out.”
Hearing Ariana’s explanation, Samuel’s face looked even more worried. Moreover, supported by the expression of his wife who did look tired than usual.
“Then I’ll just take it, okay?”
Ariana smiled and shook her head. It is not possible to tell things like this to the husband. The man will definitely think about it at work later.
“I’m sure it’s fine. You don’t need to worry. Remember, your responsibilities in the office are bigger and more important.”
“Yes, you and our children are more important too, lah. I work hard like this, make a lot of money for all of you.”
Instead of being moved, Ariana chuckled. Fix, now her husband is overpowered by excessive anxiety after seeing his unfit condition.
“I promise, I won’t do anything wrong. You just relax. Besides, you’re going with Mama.”
“Certain?”
Ariana nodded firmly.
“If anything happens, I’ll definitely let you know.”
“Ok. The important thing is after you finish checking, don’t forget to tell me right away.”
Just as Ariana was about to continue her breakfast, Samuel’s cell phone rang loudly. After finishing the milk that was in her glass, Samuel immediately grabbed her cell phone. Standing, kissing his wife’s forehead briefly to then say goodbye. From a distance, Ariana could see how her husband only received the call when they were far apart.
I don’t know if this is just Ariana’s feeling or if it’s true, Samuel has been acting strangely for the last month. The man was caught several times receiving or making phone calls secretly. It’s obvious like someone who doesn’t want to be heard or doesn’t want to know what’s being said.
Ignoring Samuel’s strange behavior, Ariana hurriedly continued her activities. It wasn’t long before Arabella came to pick her up and then asked the woman to go to the hospital immediately.
“Be careful, Ariana. Do you want Mama to get you a wheelchair first?” offered Arabella as the two of them had just arrived at the hospital and were about to get out of the car. Worried that her daughter-in-law would get tired from walking far enough, Arabella deliberately offered Ariana a wheelchair to ride on.
“Ariana is fine, Ma. You don’t need to use a wheelchair of all kinds. After all, if you’re pregnant like this, isn’t it recommended to walk more?”
Lilliana nodded. He knows about this one. Walking can indeed help your back muscles stay strong and warm, so that they can support your growing belly and prevent it from becoming stiff.
However, he still couldn’t bear to see Ariana having to walk so tired with such a big stomach. I’m just afraid that the energy of the son-in-law will be drained because the distance from the lobby to the practice room is quite far.
“Are you sure you’re okay?” Arabella once again confirmed. “Mommy doesn’t want you to get tired.”
Ariana smiled back.
“Ariana promise you’ll be fine.”
Seeing Ariana who was so sure of her condition, Arabella finally gave in. Slowly he led Ariana out of the car. Hand in hand like a mother leading her little daughter, Arabella walked together with Ariana until the two of them arrived at the obstetrician’s office.
“Welcome, Miss Ariana. How are you? Are you in good health?” said Doctor Annastasia when welcoming Ariana and Arabella to her room. From her first pregnancy, it was she who was entrusted with examining and handling all matters concerning the pregnancy of the daughter-in-law of the Walters family.
“I have good news, doc. It’s just that I have had a few complaints. The past few days I have been having a hard time getting to sleep. Even though I can sleep, but I don’t sleep well. It even seems that my sleep is not of good quality.”
Doctor Annastasia carefully listened to Ariana’s complaint. Making sure the patient had gotten rid of all his worries, he immediately checked Ariana’s condition and also the baby in the woman’s womb first.
“Currently, the gestational age has entered 33 weeks. Count how many weeks to enter the last month and ready to give birth. So far the condition of the baby in the womb is stable and healthy. In fact, the weight of both of them is beyond expectations. So, there is a possibility of delivery later done by caesarean section. But, if possible, there is still a chance to give birth normally. Later we will see the condition of the mother and the baby-to-be first.”
Ariana and Arabella listened carefully to the doctor’s explanation of Annastasia. Actually, even if she wanted to give birth normally or by caesarean section, Ariana didn’t have the slightest problem. The most important thing is that the baby she is carrying can be born safe and healthy.
“For insomnia or insomnia in the last trimester itself is actually not dangerous because it is a natural thing,” continued doctor Annastasia giving an explanation. “To anticipate or find the right solution to deal with this insomnia yourself, there are several ways that Ms. Ariana can do it.”
“What are some examples, doc?” Ariana asked curiously.
“First, sleep in the right position. Due to being heavily pregnant, I suggest sleeping on your left side to maximize the amount of blood and nutrients going to the placenta. Then, bend your knees and don’t forget to place a pillow or bolster between your knees. This position helps Mrs. Ariana reduce the back pain she feels.”
Ariana nodded trying to remember. Thinking to himself maybe he could try this way when he sleeps tonight.
“Then what else, doc?”
“You can drink warm milk before going to bed. Or, do light exercise such as walking leisurely, swimming, yoga or pregnancy exercise. However, the easiest and most beneficial is walking a lot. In addition to burning excess energy, the natural fatigue effect able to make it easier for pregnant women to fall asleep or sleep.”
Ariana now understood. After hearing all the explanations, she waited for the doctor to prescribe medicine and vitamins for her to take until it was time for her delivery.