Dear Stella: Mixed Feelings on Our Last Pregnancy and C-Section

Dear Stella,

I can’t believe we are at the end of this journey. The ups, the downs, and all the blessings have led us here to this day.

You are our little unexpected miracle, and your sister, brother, daddy, and I can’t wait to meet you. God has been so good to us through it all. Every extra test, every ache of pain, every wave of nausea, and every sweet movement in my belly — it has all been worth it to finally arrive at today.

Last night I barely slept. My heart is anxious and excited all at once. Stella, we already love you so much, and we haven’t even held you in our arms yet.

God has incredible plans for your life, dear sweet child. You are so loved, so prayed for, and so deeply cherished. 💕

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A Mama’s Mixed Feelings

As I prepare for our scheduled C-section today, I feel both relief and grief. Relief that soon, I’ll finally hold you close and see your sweet face. Relief that we made it through every challenge of this pregnancy.

But also grief… because this is the end of a chapter. This is my last pregnancy. My last time feeling the little kicks, the stretching, the waiting. My last time experiencing the sacred and exhausting gift of carrying life inside me.

It’s bittersweet. To step into joy while closing the door on a season that shaped me in such profound ways.

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Encouragement for Other Mamas

To the mama reading this who may be feeling the same swirl of emotions — whether it’s your first, last, or somewhere in between — it’s okay to hold both joy and sadness. It’s okay to celebrate while grieving the end of a season.

God knows your heart. He sees your tears, your prayers, and your praises. He is with you in every milestone and every mixed feeling.

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Scriptures to Anchor Our Hearts

🌿 “For this child I prayed, and the Lord has granted me my petition that I made to him.” – 1 Samuel 1:27 (ESV)

🌿 “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you were born I consecrated you.” – Jeremiah 1:5 (ESV)

🌿 “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.” – Lamentations 3:22-23 (ESV)

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Final Thoughts

Today, I welcome you, Stella Luna, into our arms and our story. You are our miracle. Our gift. Our reminder that God is always faithful.

And while this may be the end of my pregnancy journey, it is just the beginning of a lifetime of love, learning, and laughter together.