So, I was watching 16 and Pregnant with one of my nieces when this little story popped into my head. It's my first story so be easy on me but make sure to tell me what you think. :D You'll notice that all the girls are from Washington, I know that's not how it is in the show but I made it that way for a reason. You'll learn why in a couple chapters. :) So, without further ado, Read on.
Oh, I have a polyvore. I love making things to go along with this story so the link is on my profile.
Disclaimer: SM owns Twilight and whoever made the show 16 and Pregnant owns that.
September
35 weeks pregnant
I was bummed that Jasper didn't want to help me set up Mia's things and when I told him so, he didn't see what the big deal was.
"It's not like you set up a whole nursery," Jasper said as we lounged in my newly cleaned bedroom.
"It's still a big deal," I said, irritated. "My mom and I put everything together and organized. My mom isn't the father of my child, Jasper. You are. You should've been here!"
"Jesus, Relax," he said, loudly. "So, I didn't set up a crib, big fucking deal, Alice. I don't understand why you have to throw a fit over something so minor."
"I'm not throwing a fit," I disagreed. "I told you how it made me feel and you didn't like that."
"Of course not," he said, sarcastically. "I'm the heartless asshole, right?"
"You said it, not me," I said, though I agreed with him completely.
"I'm going to go,"
"Fine, runaway because you don't like what I said," I said, opening my bedroom door for him.
"You're a bitch," he snapped as he left my bedroom.
"Whatever, Jasper," I yelled. "Why don't you run and cry to Tiffany?"
"Maybe I will," he yelled back before I heard my front door slam. I walked to my window and watched as he got into the car and sped off.
"What was that about?" Mom asked from behind me.
"Nothing," I whispered, wiping away my tears.
"Then why did he run out of her slamming doors and why are you crying?" she pressed.
"I told him that I was bummed about him not coming over," I sighed. "And he clearly didn't think it was such a big deal. Was I overreacting, mom?"
"No, honey, you weren't," she said, wrapping her arms around me. "It is a big deal."
"I wanted him to help but he didn't want too."
She sighed and kissed my head, "It'll be alright, Ali-cat."
"Everyone keeps saying that," I said. "And it just seems to get worse and worse."
"I'm going to call Jasper's mother,"
"Mom," I groaned.
"And we are going to have a discussion about all of this, tonight," Mom said, releasing me. "We'll have dinner and talk things out, all of us, okay?"
I sighed. As much as I rather not talk to Jasper right now, I needed to. My daughter was due soon and she needed her father. In order for that to happen, I needed to make nice with Jasper and at least get him to understand how I felt.
I hope that this dinner will help us work things out.
"Alright, I think that's a good idea."
My mom called Claire and Claire agreed that it would be a good idea that we all meet up and talked about things. So, we decided on Chestnut cottage. It was one of my favorite places because that's where Jasper and I had our first date.
When we arrived, Jasper and Claire were seated. Jasper didn't look happy and Claire looked concerned.
"Hi," I said, quietly.
"Hello, Alice," Claire greeted. "How are you, honey?"
"I'm...I've been better," I said as I took the seat across from Jasper. "Hi," I said to him quietly.
He didn't acknowledge me.
"Hi, Jasper, Hello, Claire," My mom greeted.
"Hello, Mary," Claire said, smiling. "Jasper, stop being rude,"
"Hi," He said, stiffly.
We didn't talk about the important issues until after our food had arrived. Prior to that, we mainly talked about Mia's upcoming arrival. It was the easiest topic that there seem to be, even though it really wasn't.
When dinner came, my mom finally got to the core of the problem.
"We need to talk," Mom said. "These last few weeks things between you and Alice have been tense. We're here today to dicuss them so that you're relationship can improve."
"We don't need your help," Jasper snapped.
"Jasper," Claire gasped.
"No, it's alright, Claire," Mom said. "Jasper, I know that's what you think but you do need my help. Mia is due in less than five weeks and things just keep getting worse. I don't want Mia to come into world war three when she's able to come home."
"Neither do I," Claire spoke up. "Mary and I have watched you two and since you clearly can't work out the problem yourselves, we're here to help. So, talk,"
I sighed and twirled my pasta around my fork.
"I'm tired of her badgering me about every little thing," Jasper said, annoyed.
"Excuse me?" I asked, shocked.
"You heard me, Alice," Jasper said. "I don't get five minutes to think anymore because all you do is talk about how this needs to be done or I need to do this...It's getting ridiculous,"
"I'm sorry for nagging you," I said, sarcastically. "I'll stop being responsible and let you do what you want, alright? However, I refuse to hurt my child so if that's what you want, then you need to sign away your rights. I won't have you leaving because I'm nagging you to change her diaper or drop her off at school."
"What the fuck! Why would I do that? I would never leave because of shit like that,"
"Sure, you wouldn't," I snapped. "Because you're being so reliable now, right?"
"Fuck off."
"Hey," Claire snapped. "Knock it off, Jasper. Apologize to Alice,"
"No," he said, crossing his arms over his chest.
"Jasper."
"Its fine, Claire," I said. "Let him say what he wants to say."
"I've been here with you from the start, Alice," Jasper snapped. "Give me some fucking credit."
"Yes, you have," I agreed. "But as we near the end of my pregnancy, you're starting to...freak out. Just tell me if you aren't ready for this."
"I'm not ready for this," Jasper said.
"Then just leave, Jasper," I said.
"I won't do that."
"Why? Are you going to wait until she's old enough to remember?" It hit below the belt.
"Alice," My mom said. "That's enough."
"You're a fucking bitch," Jasper snapped.
"Alright, enough," my mom repeated louder. "We're getting nowhere."
I sighed.
"We didn't bring you two here to argue," Claire said. "Right now, we want to focus on fixing this...whatever the problem is needs to be fixed before Mia arrives. She shouldn't have to live in a household where her parents can't even stand each other."
Claire was right.
I didn't want Mia to have to hear the yelling that goes on between Jasper and I. Even if she was a baby, that would still scare her.
"I'm sorry," Jasper said.
"As am I," I said. "I'm just...I'm stressing out."
"I know," Jasper said, looking down at his hands. "So, am I but I'm also trying. I really am trying to get a job, Alice. I've been cranky because I've gotten no calls back."
"I'm sorry," I said. "I didn't know. I just...I thought you weren't doing anything but can you blame me?"
"I guess I can't," Jasper admitted. "I haven't always been able to prove myself to you but just give me a chance. I'm working on it, Ali."
I nodded.
"This is much better," Claire said.
Jasper smiled a bit, "Can I get a kiss?"
I nodded and leaned over the table to kiss him, "I'm sorry."
"So am I."
We hadn't solved everything but at least it was a step in the right direction. What Jasper and I needed to work on was communication. We can't keep things bottled inside because eventually it'll make us exploded and if we're going to be parents, I don't want that happening in front of Mia.
"What else is on the agenda?" Jasper asked his mother.
"Who will watch Mia while you go to school?" Claire asked. "I can't. I work from six to three."
"And I can't either," Mom said. "I work eight to five."
"Alice will switch to online schooling," Jasper said. "I know she doesn't like the idea of it but she agrees."
"Alice?"
"Yeah, I guess, I'll do it," I sighed.
"What's wrong?"
"I'm not trying to sound bitch but I hate that I have to give up school," I said. "Once she's born, I'm going to be with her twenty four seven. I don't have the option of school to get out for a couple hours, ya know?"
"I'll watch her so that you can have some time to yourself," Jasper promised.
"And what happens once you get a job?" I asked.
"We'll figure it out," Jasper promised. "If I have to come over before work and after work, I will."
I knew keeping Mia meant that I would have to give up many things; I just wished school wasn't one of them.
October
39 weeks pregnant
"Where am I going?" I asked, keeping my hands out in front of me so I didn't bump into anything.
"Just relax," Jasper laughed. "We're almost there."
"Fine," I relented.
Since the dinner, we shared with our moms, things between Jasper and I have improved a lot. We learned to talk our problems out instead of screaming and yelling at each other.
I could tell that our mothers are a lot happier now that Jasper and I are happier and not fighting as much.
Don't get me wrong, things aren't perfect between us. There still have been days when all I want to do was rip his hair out but I don't. Instead, I talk to him about what's bugging me and of course sometimes, he reverts to his old ways and leaves but sometimes he calmly talks it out.
I hoped as time went on that we would get better at communicating with each other.
"Surprise!"
My eyes widened in shock as I took in all my friends and family.
"You threw me a baby shower?" I asked with tears in my eyes.
"I suggested it," Jasper said, happily. "But I didn't plan it. I'm horrible at planning things."
I smiled
"No tears," Sam said. "It's a happy occasion today so only smiles are allowed."
"You guys are the best," I said. "I love you,"
"We love you too," Jess giggled. "Thank you for bringing the women of the hour, Jasper. You may now leave."
"Alright, I'm going," Jasper kissed me softly. "Have fun, okay?"
I laughed, "I'll try."
"So we have food, cake, candy, presents, and a ton of games," Lauren said, gesturing around the room. "We'll start with games and then we'll eat and then we'll open gifts."
"Sounds great," I said.
"First things first," Victoria said, smiling. "Here's your crown and here is your sash,"
I pulled on the 'mom to be' crown and the matching sash and smiled at all my guests.
"Alright, let's get started!"
The first game we played was guess how big my stomach was. Only two people guessed it right and that was Claire and Jessica. My mom was close, as was Victoria.
The second game we ended up playing was guess what kind of baby food you had. Let me tell you, whatever I got was disgusting. I assumed that it was carrots because of its orange color but it tasted so far from that.
"Gross!"
Everyone laughed at my expression.
"I'm with Alice," Jess said, wrinkling her nose.
"Mine tastes good," Lauren shrugged. "Like...Apple and Banana."
In the end, my guess was right. It was carrots. I made a mental note never to buy those for Mia because they were horrible.
The third game we played was feed the baby, which was similar to the second game only we split into two teams and whoever finished their jar of baby food first won.
Samantha volunteered to be the 'baby' in this game so we put a bib on her and fed her the baby food. It was hilarious. Jessica was trying to feed her and doing a horrible job at it so the other team won but loosing didn't matter to me.
After the third game, we ate real food and had cake. The room was filled with talking and laughter.
After we finished eating, it was present time, I was very excited to see what my friends, and family had gotten Mia.
"Mine first," Jess said, handing me two big bundles wrapped in sparkly pink wrapping paper.
Jessica bought me two diaper pyramids, which was great because Jasper and I still haven't bought any diapers.
Mia received a couple of bibs, many little girl outfits, teddy bears, a bouncer, and a trendy looking diaper bag that I would be carrying around.
"We have one more gift for you," My mom said. "It's outside." She held out her hand for me and I took it.
I followed her outside, very confused as to what kind of gift was waiting for me.
"Surprise!" Mom said.
"A car! You bought me a car?" I asked, shocked.
"Well, it's my old car," Victoria said. "I have a new one now and I figured that you can use it. I mean, you'll be needing it."
Tears welled up in my eyes, "Thank you! I love it!"
I had my permit and once I had Mia, I planned to get my license so this was the perfect gift. I would be able to go places without having to bother anyone else.
"You're welcome." Victoria said, wrapping her arms around me.
"This is one of the best days I've had," I told them. "Thank you!"
"You're welcome," Lauren said, hugging me.
"Let's get back inside," Claire said. "It's a little cold out here."
I nodded and we headed back inside.
Many of my guest headed out not long after that. Finally, after another hour and a half, there were only five of us left.
"Thank you, again," I said. "This was great."
"No problem," Jess said. "But you should be thanking Jasper. God, I can't believe I actually said that."
I laughed.
"He's the one who said we should do this for you," Jess said. "He even bought all the treats."
"That's sweet of him," I said, smiling. "I'll definitely thank him later."
Jessica raised her eyebrows at me.
"Not like that you perv," I laughed.
Jessica busted out laughing.
"Do you guys still sleep together now that you're pregnant?" Lauren asked, curiously.
"Um, recently, no," I said, blushing. "I haven't felt like it. Is that normal?"
"I don't know, I've never been pregnant," Lauren said.
"Does Jasper ever want to?"
"He hasn't brought it up," I said.
"He probably thinks he'll poke the baby in the face," Jessica laughed.
"I don't think you can do that," I said.
"Is Jasper not big enough?"
"Okay, end of discussion," I blushed. "Any other questions?"
Jessica continued to laugh.
"Are you nervous for the birthing part of this pregnancy?" Lauren asked, taking the spotlight of Jasper and his parts.
"Yes," I said. "It's going to be painful."
"That's what I've heard," Lauren agreed.
"I'm pushing a watermelon out of a hole this big," I said, showing her my fingers. "It's bound to get a little painful."
"I feel for you," Jessica said, patting my shoulder.
I laughed, "Thanks."
November
40 weeks pregnant
The days after my baby shower flew by and soon enough my due date came and went. I was very ready for Mia to come out and my doctor seemed to agree with me.
Five days after my due date, Dr. Kebi decided that she would induce me.
And so here I was, getting ready to go to the hospital at five am in the morning. Jasper was with me as was my brother, my mom, and Claire.
This day always seemed so far away and now that it was here, I was a nervous wreck.
Thinking about the pain and actually experiencing it were two very different things. I wasn't looking forward to going through hours, maybe even a full day, worth of pain.
I just hoped that I was lucky enough to get an epidural before the pain got too bad.
"How bad is it?" I asked, biting my lip.
"Labor?" Claire guessed. I nodded. "Well, it's...bad for a while. Once you get the epidural things are so much easier."
"And how long do I have to wait for that?" I asked.
"It could be an hour, it could be five, or even a day," She explained, sadly.
I grimaced.
From the look on my mom and Claire's face, I hadn't even begun to comprehend the amount of pain I would be in, in a few hours.
I wasn't looking forward to this.
After I had finished packing my hospital bag, something I probably should have done a while ago, we piled into two cars and left for the hospital. Jasper and I drove in my new 2011 ford Taurus.
We were halfway to Olympic Memorial hospital when it finally dawned on me. In less than twenty-four hours, I would finally be a mother. My little girl, whom I've waited to meet for the last nine months, will finally be in my arms.
"We're going to be parents," I said to Jasper. "Time is up. She'll be here in less than a day."
Jasper looked as terrified as I felt.
"Shit," he cursed, keeping his eyes on the road.
I laughed, nervously, "Yeah, that sums it up."
We arrived at Memorial Hospital a few moments later. I checked in and was placed into a room. My nurse, Eliza, gave me a gowned and after I had changed into that, she hooked me up to all the machines.
After that, things were set in motion, as she gave me pitocin, a drug that is used jump-started labor.
"How are you feeling?" James asked once Eliza left the room.
"Nervous," I admitted. "I'm so nervous."
"It'll be okay."
I let out a breath and settled back into my bed.
"Hey, where's Jasper?" I asked, just realizing that he was gone.
Claire sighed, "I'll go find him."
I nodded.
"Do you feel anything yet?" Mom asked.
"No, I'm feeling pretty good right now." I said. "Is this supposed to be right? Shouldn't I feel something?"
"It takes time," Mom said. "But it's also different for every mother."
"Oh, okay," I relaxed.
Two hours later, I started to feel the effects of pitocin.
"Ugh, Oh, God," I whimpered.
"It's alright," Mom said, stroking my hair softly.
"It hurts," I cried out.
"Deep breaths," Mom reminded me.
I took a deep breath and then another and tried to keep myself as relaxed as possible.
It's alright, It's alright, It's al...ow!
"Hi, Alice," Dr. Kebi smiled, softly. "How are you doing?"
"Um...I've been better."
She laughed, "I hear that a lot. This pain is good. It means the pitocin is working and you're a step closer to meeting little Mia."
I smiled and tried to picture my little girl in my arms.
"We're going to advance to another step," Dr. Kebi explained. "I'm going to break your water."
"Um...okay," I said. "Will it hurt?"
"You'll just feel some pressure," Dr. Kebi promised.
"Okay," I nodded.
"Do you want me to hold your hand?" Jasper asked.
"Please,"
Jasper jumped up from his chair and grabbed onto my hand.
Breaking my water didn't hurt, just like Dr. Kebi promised. And after she did that, she left the room.
"You okay?" Jasper asked, kissing my head.
"Y...yeah,"
~5 hours into labor~
I I tried to roll onto my side, to find a comfortable position, but I couldn't. The pain was still there no matter which way I turned.
I don't know how but eventually, I managed to fall asleep but only stayed asleep for a few hours before the pain became so unbearable that it jolted me awake.
~7 hours into labor~
I cried uncontrollably as I was woken from a deep sleep. The pain I felt was being unbearable at this point. I just wanted all this to be over. I wanted to go home and sleep in my bed.
"It's okay." Mom said, softly.
"It hurts," I cried.
"I know, honey."
When would this end?
~9 hours into labor~
"How are you doing, sis?" James asked.
I gave him a glare, "How does it look like I'm doing?"
He couldn't hold back his laugh, "Just like Vicky."
"You're doing great, babe," Jasper said from beside me.
"Shut up," I growled. "This is your entire fault, Jasper."
Jasper pursed his lips as if he wanted to argue but decided against it.
Smart choice.
"Mia will be here soon," James said. "Just think happy thoughts."
"Think about our baby girl," Jasper said. "How cool will it be when we get to hold her for the first time?"
I smiled but it was short-lived because the pain wiped it away a few moments later.
~13 hours into labor~
After thirteen hours in labor, I was finally able to receive my epidural.
It was uncomfortable going in but once it was in, and I had the medicine coursing through me, the pain started to go away.
Not even a half hour later, it was time to start pushing.
"It's time,"
"I can't do it," I said. "I'm...I'm not ready."
"You are ready, Ali-cat," Jasper said.
"No, I'm not," I said, shaking my head. "I'm...I'm not. Can't we wait?"
"You have to push, Honey,"
"But..."
"I'm right here," Jasper said, kissing my temple.
"Okay," I breathed out. "Okay."
"When you feel your next contraction, I want you to take a deep breath in and then push," Dr. Kebi instructed. "Alright?"
I nodded, nervously.
When my next contraction hit, I took a deep breath and I started to push. Dr. Kebi counted to ten and then told me to relax.
"And Again," she said a few seconds later.
I pushed.
"You're doing so good, Ali," Mom said, softly.
"I love you," Jasper smiled at me.
I smiled at him.
"One more big push, Alice," Dr. Kebi said. "She's almost here."
"I'm tired."
"You can do it," Jasper said, encouragingly. "Come on, baby, push."
I stared in his eyes as I sucked in another lung full of air and pushed as hard as I could.
I sucked in another lung full of air and pushed as hard as I could.
I heard her tiny cries and looked down. Dr. Kebi placed Mia on my chest and as soon as I gazed down at her little face, I felt the waterworks start.
She was finally here.
"Do you want to cut the umbilical cord, Daddy?" Dr. Kebi asked.
"Uh, S-sure," Jasper looked away from our daughter and took the scissors from Dr. Kebi. She instructed him where to cut the cord and he did. As soon as the cord was cut, the nurse took her and cleaned her off.
My eyes didn't stray from her as they did all they had to do with her.
I couldn't believe that my daughter was here. After nine very long months, I was a mother.
Whoa
"You did so good, baby," Jasper said, kissing my forehead. "I love you so much."
I turned my head, this was the first time I looked away from my daughter, and smiled at Jasper, "I love you too."
Jasper smiled back at me and kissed my lips.
"Here you go, mommy," Eliza said as she placed Mia into my arms.
I smiled down at my daughter and kissed her soft forehead.
Mia Nicole Whitlock
November 8th, 2012
7lbs, 5 oz
There are two more parts to Alice's story. I will try to have them up in the next two days. After Alice will either be Angela or Rosalie, I haven't decided yet.
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