Chapter 36
Chapter Thirty-Six
Anna
Wes went with me to my first doctor’s appointment to confirm that I was indeed pregnant. Six weeks to be exact. We were both so over the moon with excitement, but there was a part of me that still harbored a fear, so I made an appointment with Dr. Stark.
“That’s wonderful news, Anna. Congratulations.”
“Thank you, Dr. Stark. Wes and I are so happy, but?—”
“But you’re nervous about what’s going to happen after the pregnancy?”
“Yes.”
“Anna, you’re a young, healthy woman, and you’re glowing. Worrying about it isn’t going to help you or the baby. It’s only going to stress you both out. Here’s what I want you to start doing. I want you to take fifteen minutes every day and meditate. Clear your mind and your thoughts. I have some great meditation practices I can give you. Also, I want you to practice Kundalini yoga at least three times a week. You can take a class or hire a private instructor. I promise that if you do those two things and start now, you will have nothing to worry about.”
“Thanks, Dr. Stark. I will definitely start both of them immediately.”
Wes
The months went by, and Anna was already six months pregnant. Her belly grew every day, and she looked even more beautiful now than she did when I first laid eyes on her. We found out we were having a girl when she had her ultrasound. To be honest, I didn’t care what sex the baby was as long as it was healthy. But when I heard those words, “You’re having a girl,” I felt a tug in my heart. We started working on the nursery. Anna suggested we decorate with a Paris theme because that was where we met, and Paris would always hold a special meaning in our lives.
I climbed into bed next to Anna, who was reading What to Expect When You’re Expecting. I pulled the covers back that covered her, lifted up her nightshirt, and firmly placed my lips against her belly.
“Hello, baby girl. How was your day?”
“What are you doing?” Anna laughed.
“What’s that?” I placed my ear against her belly. “Your mommy ate the last piece of cheesecake?”
“Oh my God, stop it!” She ran her fingers through my hair.
I let out a chuckle as I pulled her nightshirt down, reached up, and kissed her lips.
“I love us.” I smiled.
“I love us too.”
Anna
I was thirty-seven weeks pregnant and more than ready to have this kid. Everything was set, and now we needed her to come into the world. Franco threw us the most amazing and elegant baby shower about a month ago. Wes and I were blown away at the generosity of our family and friends.
As I was climbing out of bed, I stopped and placed my hand on my belly.
“Are you okay, Anna?” Wes asked as he stepped out of the bathroom.
“Yeah. Just those damn Braxton Hicks. I’m fine.”
“Maybe you should stay home and rest.”
“I’m fine, Wes. I have work to do at the shop.”
“Maybe you should stop working now until after the baby is born.”
“Maybe you shouldn’t have said such a silly thing.” I narrowed my eyes at him.
“Right. Go to work, Anna. Just don’t work too hard.” He walked over and kissed my head.
“Thank you, and I won’t.”
As I was putting my makeup on in the bathroom, Wes walked up behind me and planted his hands on my belly.
“I have to go.” He softly kissed my neck.
“Have a good day.” I reached back and placed my hand behind his head.
He turned me around, bent down, and kissed our baby goodbye.
“Now, don’t give your mommy any trouble today. I can tell she’s tired because you were kicking her all night.”
“I swear this kid is going to be a kickboxer or something. She’s strong.”
“She’s like her mom.” He smiled as he stood up and kissed me goodbye.