What to Know While Waiting for Your 1st OB Appt: Part 2

Dr. Rupe shared a wonderful, comprehensive list on what to know while waiting for your first OB appointment last week. It was chock full of helpful medical facts and guidelines for you to follow even before you ever set foot in a room with the person who will deliver your baby. For all you information junkies, this list will hopefully fill your craving for knowledge as you wait for your 6-10 week check up.

As I was considering what to write about this week, I felt an overwhelming pull to follow up Dr. Rupe’s post with encouragement on what to set your mind on while waiting for that first appointment. If, like me, you have suffered pregnancy loss you may be very guarded during these first few weeks.  Perhaps you’ve never experienced loss but this is your first pregnancy and you’ve heard so many stories about loss that thoughts of the possibility are consuming your mind. Your reservations and your fears are understandable but they do not have to rule your heart.

5 Things Your Heart Needs to Know While Waiting for Your 1st OB Appointment

1. He is holding your baby’s life together in his capable hands {Colossians 1:16-17}.
2. He knows every concern in your mind but bring them to him so he can help you deal with it.
3. Worrying about it will not change anything. It will only make you miss out on the miracle happening inside you.
4. Now is the time to begin praying fervently for every little piece and part of your growing baby. These early stages of growth are so intricate. Cover    them with prayer instead of fear.
5. Faith and fear cannot dwell in the same place. Let faith in to push fear out.

{from, The Pregnancy Companion Introduction}

Now, before we jump into all of the stats, rules, and regulations, here’s what I want you to do. I want you to take a deep breath. In and out. Slowly. (This is good practice for your impending labor.) Breathe in slowly. And with that breath, I want you to take in a fresh infilling of the Spirit of God. Allow him to permeate your entire being and fill you with fresh faith, peace, and perspective. Now breathe out. Slowly. And with that release, I want you to let go of every concern or fear you’ve carried up until this point and every concern or fear you might be tempted to carry over the next nine months. Let go of every question, every symptom, and every insensitive, stupid thing your friend or family member will say to you. Let it go. Let it all go.

You see, when you allow God to come and fill you with his peace, there is no longer room for your fears. Faith and fear cannot dwell in the same place. So let him in and push fear out. Remember this exercise every time you encounter fear on this journey. You will likely encounter fear or worry or anxiety at some point. The important thing is not to give it place in your mind or your heart.

We are always praying for the mommies-to-be in our community so know that you are covered during this time of waiting. I know it can be hard, believe me! But a peaceful body is the best place for your baby to flourish so commit yourself to promoting peace within your heart and mind.

Rejoicing in the miracle with you,

Jessica