I just love when great stuff happens! It appears that this idea has taken on a life of its own and how cool is that??
So! To answer your questions...
Yes! You can repost this on your blog if you want! You can blog about it whenever you like, but March 3rd might be a fun day for everyone to do it. Of course, if you would rather just bless a pregnant friend privately, well, bless your heart! I just love that.
I am loving reading through emails and comments about how this has touched you! You are such a blessing to me!
Feel free to also join the new Facebook group! March 3rd is right around the corner!
And thanks to Londa, here is a button for you! Thank you so much Londa, this is beautiful!
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So my hubbys cousin Leah emailed me and asked if we could watch her kids next Wed. (She just happens to be almost nine months pregnant!) I immediately said yes because I adore her kids and my kids adore her kids and its a fun time had by all!
But what struck me was her subject line.
"March 3rd is National Help a Pregnant Woman Day."
She informed me she was kidding but I got to thinking...wouldn't it be nice?
Well, yes Leah. I think it would!
So, I have a little challenge for you! Do you know someone who is expecting? Are you expecting?
If you know someone...why not plan an act of kindness for them?
Stop by and fold some laundry.
Drop off baked goods.
Send flowers.
Hand write her a note of love and appreication
Babysit her other kids for an hour.
Send her a gift card to Starbucks. (for after the baby of course!)
If you are pregnant... just send a link of this post to everyone you know!
Maybe someone will read it and snap up the opportunity to do something for you!
You can always email me or comment here and I will try to match you up or do something sweet for you myself!
I would love to be able to reach out and let all the pregnant mama's know how loved, special, and appreciated they are!
So what do you think? Can we make March 3rd National Help a Pregnant Lady Day? :)
March 3rd is my sister's birthday...She's in Ghana so I should tell her she has to do something virtually nice for me :)
Posted by: Heidi | February 25, 2010 at 07:57 AM
Unfortunatly I don't know anyone that is pregnant right now. Well I take that back, several of the ladies in my mommy group are, but its an online group and everyone is very far away from me. :( As for me, I'm not pregnant, just fat :P I wish I was prego, but we can't afford another now, if the time ever comes that we can I'll be to old I'm sure lol. I should just be happy with the 4 healthy kids I have...right?
Posted by: Renee | February 25, 2010 at 08:22 AM
How fun! I think this should be a National thing- twice a year so that it never misses anyone. I'm almost 11 weeks along with my first baby. Someone sent a bowl of soup to me last night and it seriously made my day!
Posted by: Chelsea | February 25, 2010 at 08:41 AM
I'm due in 29 days and I think it would be fabulous if March 3rd was National Help a Pregnant Woman Day! Let's face it, at this stage in the pregnancy game, who doesn't want (NEED) help! Sadly, I want help, but don't like to ask for it. It's become hard to wipe up what's left of my kids' meals off the floor, lift them into their car seats, and lean over the side of the tub at bath time :)
Posted by: Mandy Small | February 25, 2010 at 08:43 AM
Now I'm gonna wish I were pregnant. LOL. I need a "Be nice to the mom who is sick and who has four sick children and a sick husband" Day. :) It's our first sickness of the year, so I shouldn't complain......
Posted by: Kari | February 25, 2010 at 08:45 AM
I LOVE this idea!!!! Someone should make this a fan page on Facebook!!! ;)
Posted by: Amanda Jo | February 25, 2010 at 09:16 AM
I had no idea that there was such a day. That is pretty neat really and you gave some really good ideas. I know a few people who are pregnant right now. :)
Posted by: christy rose | February 25, 2010 at 09:36 AM
I am in for it- I have three at my office alone. Great idea!
Posted by: Melissa T. | February 25, 2010 at 10:14 AM
What a great idea!!! Can I repost/link this on my blog tomorrow? I am SO excited! When I was pregnant with our first baby, a friend randomly brought by a huge bag of Italian food and a baby blanket. It's still my favorite pregnant memory!!! Thanks for being so creative and thoughtful!
Posted by: Londa | February 25, 2010 at 10:27 AM
I'm in! :) Just kidding. It's a fun idea though. For a few of my good friends I gave them baby gifts as soon as they knew they were pregnant. It was a fun way to celebrate with them.
Posted by: Bethany | February 25, 2010 at 10:42 AM
I better still be pregnant on March 3rd! Well, I guess technically by that point, I could have him, but I am kind of not emotionally ready for him yet. Either way, if I have him that day or not, I better be home in time to get together with you! THAT'S my prayer!
Posted by: gianna | February 25, 2010 at 11:04 AM
Can I just say, Thank you for posting this.
Oh how I need even just my husband to read this. That would bless me :)
Posted by: Christina | February 25, 2010 at 11:17 AM
I'm at the age where my friends and I are all about to be grandmothers (I kid! kind of) - but srsly there is nary a pregnant person around
Posted by: carma | February 25, 2010 at 11:24 AM
Amanda, so funny you should post this today....come check out my post! :D
Posted by: BJ_Mama | February 25, 2010 at 11:49 AM
What a fun idea! And, though it is not public info yet and I haven't announced it on my blog or elsewhere, I just might fit into that category that needs help.
Posted by: Kristin | February 25, 2010 at 12:05 PM
Wow, I was just trying to be less boring at 1am. Thanks! The follow-up could be "Help a Parent with Young Children Day" and then, "Help a Caregiver Day"...
Posted by: Leah | February 25, 2010 at 12:05 PM
Hi Amanda :) I think I already filled you in on the news that I'm pregnant. Will you make me some cookies??? Purdy please?! Just kidding. Sort of.
Hugs to you. This is a sweet post. I'm all about encouraging and uplifting posts :)
Posted by: Susan | February 25, 2010 at 12:21 PM
I don't know anyone who is pregnant but this is such a good idea! So inspiring of you :)
Posted by: Grapefruit | February 25, 2010 at 12:37 PM
How kind and thoughtful of you!
Jenney over at TheDrays Today is way preggo! http://thedraystoday.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Cop Mama | February 25, 2010 at 12:48 PM
You are so sweet. Man, I wish I was pregnant...cause I would have you stop by and drop off some of your wonderful cookies. YUM!
Hugs,
Mimi
Posted by: He & Me + 3 | February 25, 2010 at 01:21 PM
You are so sweet, Amanda!
But, you know? The only pregnant friend I can think of at the moment is Gianna.
Hey, I know! Let's take dinner over to her on March 12. *grin*
Posted by: Karen@SurvivingMotherhood | February 25, 2010 at 01:22 PM
I just created a Facebook fanpage for this! I thought that was a great idea from one of the other gals! Great idea Amanda! Can't wait to hear how many people pass it on and participate.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/March-3rd-is-National-Help-a-Pregnant-Lady-Day/327253077225#!/pages/March-3rd-is-National-Help-a-Pregnant-Lady-Day/327253077225
Posted by: Janelle | February 25, 2010 at 01:42 PM
Well, I'm way past the bein' pregnant years... and don't know a soul who is expecting. And even if they were, I'd be a-wonderin' about them, for sure, LOL!
But back during my pregnancies with each of my two sons, it would have been great to have people do helpful things for me { including the ex! }
Cyber cookies and hugz to all who are pregnant!
♥
Posted by: Diana | February 25, 2010 at 02:14 PM
What an awesome idea!!!!!! I am not pregnant but I am a Doula. This is AWESOME!!!!!! I plan on doing a re-post!!!!!
Doula Mama Pam
www.motheringthemotherinnc.blogspot.com
Posted by: Doula Mama Pam | February 25, 2010 at 02:33 PM
aww man! i wish I would've known that last year! ....oh yeah, and the year before ;)
ACTUALLY, I know lots of preggers right now, so this will be fun :)
Posted by: Katie@ The Baby Factory | February 25, 2010 at 02:34 PM
I can make a button for you. :) Do you have a picture you'd like to use? Email me with what you want. :)
Posted by: bridget {bake at 350} | February 25, 2010 at 02:34 PM
That's cool! What a great idea!
Blessings! Heaven
Posted by: Heaven | February 25, 2010 at 02:40 PM
For the first time in about five years, I don't actually know anyone pregnant right now. How weird is that? But it's a fantastic idea, and I will pass it on when I do know someone that is. However, I think that we need more than just one day a year to be nice to pregnant ladies. I've been pregnant twice, but only once on March 3. Just sayin!
Posted by: Mandi S. | February 25, 2010 at 04:39 PM
What a clever idea! I'm due in 9 weeks and think that a national help a pregnant woman day would be amazing :) I might just have to post your link on my blog! And way to go to you for helping out Leah. I know she'll appreciate it!
Posted by: Jenna Polzin | February 25, 2010 at 05:20 PM
I am not due until the 27th of March but will likely deliver in the next week or so ... not sure if I would be the pregnant one on the 3rd or the one that should be helping a pregnant one. :) Guess we will have to wait and see. After 6 weeks (so far) of bedrest I am all about someone saying "what do you need", but I also would love to help someone in a similar situation. God Bless you Amanda.
Posted by: Stephanie | February 25, 2010 at 07:00 PM
Do you think I could convince my husband to make me a pregnant lady (again) that day in honor of it? I doubt it too.. I guess helping out all my friends with child will have to do. ;)
Posted by: mindy | February 25, 2010 at 07:13 PM
I had no idea about this awesome day of the year! It's too bad...maybe I could have used it myself before now? ;-D I know some preggos right now and am definitely gonna use this as an excuse to do something nice for 'em. Thanks!!
Posted by: ClassiclyAmber | February 25, 2010 at 07:28 PM
Amanda, this is so funny. I just put up a pregnancy post (I am 32 weeks which is AMAZING seems how it seems like I just found out). I have a friend who is pregnant and I will try to help her March 3...she is our assistant pastor's wife and I see her on Wednesdays so that is perfect! Thanks for this post!
Posted by: Jenney | February 25, 2010 at 07:30 PM
Great idea, wish you had thought of it several years ago. :) Found you from Lynette's blog and she is correct, you are funny!
Have a great day.
Amy
Posted by: Amy | February 26, 2010 at 06:39 AM
I'm not sure if we can just call it a "national" holiday ourselves, but why not! Hmmmm.... Do I even know anyone who's prenant though?
Posted by: Ruth | February 26, 2010 at 03:13 PM
What a great idea!! How fun!
Posted by: Liz | February 26, 2010 at 10:49 PM
Oh, I wish I was pregnant :-)
My sister just had her baby, so she's not longer pregnant...
Hmmm, after the most recent baby was born at our church and I miscarried, there is currently no one pregnant there (that I know of...)
I have some bloggy friends that are pregnant, and I suppose I could send them a nice note...
Other than that, I promise to be nice to any pregnant ladies I happen to see at the grocery store on March 3rd...!!!
Posted by: ali | February 26, 2010 at 11:11 PM
I just love it! What a fabulous idea :)
Posted by: Kami | February 26, 2010 at 11:18 PM
what a sweet idea! ;) I don't think I know anyone pregnant (outside of blogland that is!) hm... processing... nope can't think of anyone! how can this be! I am old! LOL!
Just Jenn~
Posted by: Jenn | February 27, 2010 at 12:49 AM
I think this is such a great idea!!! I know there are preggo women at my church.
Posted by: Alicia | February 27, 2010 at 03:54 AM
Oooh... I am so excited. As a preggo gal myself I will be sure to pass on the memo to everyone I know! Do you think that anyone will believe that it is a "real" holiday? You know, come to think of it... I am really craving some of your deliciously-decorated cookies! :) Plan on delivering to Fargo that day?
P.S. I finally got the nerve to try out my editing software yesterday. Talk about overwhelming! :) But I had a lot of fun and got a few "novice-looking" pictures... but still way better than anything I took before...
Posted by: Katie | February 27, 2010 at 09:39 AM
What a great idea! Can we include 'National help a lady who was just pregnant less then a week ago' day?? My friend had her baby on Wednesday and I'm thinking very soon I need to go take some pictures!
Posted by: Michelle | February 27, 2010 at 09:57 AM
Michelle, I think the help a pregnant lady day should be extended to ladies who are still in the recovery (6 to 8 weeks....or maybe 6 to 8 years... lol) stage!
Posted by: Janelle | February 27, 2010 at 03:28 PM
You know I love it, if only someone would actually do it, a pregnant Momma can dream.
Posted by: Christy | February 27, 2010 at 05:14 PM
I meant to write more! It seems so odd to me that there are people who commented that they know no one pregnant, go to any military base and they'd find a good portion pg always!! I couldn't even count how many pg women besides myself that I see on a daily basis, at least 20 every day!! Deployments do that, either get pg before, during (R&R babies), or after babies!
Posted by: Christy | February 27, 2010 at 05:17 PM
Oh no! I love this and I want to put a post up for it. I will put a post up for it. But even if I get it up by Monday that only gives readers 2 days to get the word out! Ahhhhhhh!
Too soon! Next time we make up a holiday lets set it for at least a month out or more. Please. I love jumping on band wagons, but this time I'm really running behind trying to catch up.
Love you Amanda.
Posted by: www.google.com/accounts/o8/id?id=AItOawkH_qlF0LGdKnFxCSYJxeU-UuYU8FswCmM | February 28, 2010 at 02:00 AM
Oh no! I love this and I want to put a post up for it. I will put a post up for it. But even if I get it up by Monday that only gives readers 2 days to get the word out! Ahhhhhhh!
Too soon! Next time we make up a holiday lets set it for at least a month out or more. Please. I love jumping on band wagons, but this time I'm really running behind trying to catch up.
Love you Amanda.
Posted by: MommyTopics.com | February 28, 2010 at 02:04 AM
this is such a cute post. just came back from a baby shower for a cousin - will follow your helpful advice :)
Posted by: LolaCooks | February 28, 2010 at 12:18 PM
what a great idea. Love it.
Posted by: zeemaid | February 28, 2010 at 08:42 PM
Ok, my "National Help A Pregnant Lady Day" post is up. Come check it out!
http://www.mommytopics.com/confessions/help-a-pregnant-lady
Oh! And I couldn't get the button to work but it's no fault of yours... It's mine. I'm still kind of new to all of this blog stuff. My Wordpress site wouldn't accept it. Maybe because it's a .gif and not a .jpg ???
Posted by: MommyTopics.com | March 01, 2010 at 12:54 AM
I need to show this to my husband! I could really use a backrub!! :)
Posted by: Sonya | March 01, 2010 at 02:17 PM
Being 37+ weeks pregnant I love this idea. I have to say though I'd feel a little bad promoting it on my blog though. Humm, gotta be tricky so I don't look like I'm groveling or something ;). I actually do have a friend coming over tomorrow to watch my girls while I go to my OB appointment. I'll let her know what she's participating in.
And on a completely different note. I've "heard" about you from MckMama but think I've only looked at your blog a time or two. This time I noticed your Simply Charlotte Mason link on the side over there. We're going to be following CM ideas as we begin to homeschool soon.
Posted by: SaraR | March 02, 2010 at 03:47 PM