Need space!

groovylocks

I tried googling this and searching here because i really thought this was quite common. 

Does anybody find as their dd approaches, they are suddenly needing a LOT of alone time? I'm feeling an overwhelming urge to avoid friends and family and just want to be alone. It's not unpleasant really, but it's a bit neurotic and i want to make sure this isn't some kind of manifestation of anxiety or postpartum depression that women have experienced or know about. 

Krisdee123

I have been like that through my entire pregnancy. I'd much rather be at home than anywhere else and I'd much rather be by myself. As you mentioned, it can be cause for concern as I know depression has manifested in this way for me in the past, so it's something to keep an eye on for sure. I do try to make myself go and engage in some social activity at least once a week, but mostly everyone just annoys me.

JMarie1291

I feel that way lately especially with the holidays and all the parties! Holidays are draining and being almost 31 weeks its making it that much harder to want to go out and socialize. Nothing fits going to the store right now to get clothes involves going to an over crowded mall. All i want to do is take long bubble baths and watch movies by myself. I feel like im getting a little depressed but I'm pretty sure its just the crazy time of year and getting closer to the edd.....making me feel overwhelmed and wanting to hermit in my house.

groovylocks

krisdee123 said:

mostly everyone just annoys me.

groovylocks

I honestly feel jealous of my baby - i want to be alone with her and feel her wiggle and not have people stare at me when i suddenly say out of nowhere "omg is that a foot!? What a huge foot! I think that's the biggest foot there's ever been!"

cmerribury

I feel this way all the time. But more so, now. It's cool. People are super irritating right now, so just stay away from them.

blended10

Yes! For me being alone sometimes is as vital as air. That's the hardest part of being a sahm for me, truth be told. Just do what you need to do. Of course- if this is abnormal for you then check with your ob.

ZoeyRaeJames

Yes! But even pre pregnancy, I always wanted to be away from people! I honestly just can't stand most people. I guess that's why I've always hung out with animals!

taysun

I don't care to spend too much time with most people, but am finding myself increasingly attached to my SO. Though I'm able to get ahold of myself shortly afterward, when he does things without me I tend to get upset.
I think it's half wanting to spend time with him and half being miserable about bed rest and wanting to be able to do things. I'm bored and want to be entertained!

queenwog

I've been feeling this way for months and DH pulled every string he could the last both or so to make sure I got to be alone as much as possible. Even has his daughter staying with her gma. It's been really nice not having to interact with people.

celainev

I have noticed this week I am way more antisocial. But I am extremely attached to my DH. He works evenings this week so I've been alone from 2pm-3am.

The first day I went without doing anything with family or friends was fine, second day was the same, but by yesterday I started to have these depressions sink in. I have social anxiety and depression. So I knew I needed to get out of the house. My sister came over and we spent the entire afternoon and evening out. Today I have a friend coming over for a couple hours.

You will know when enough is enough. Sometimes it is nice to be alone, but sometimes you have to force yourself to be around others. Don't hang out with people who annoy you. My mom, younger sister, and best friend are my best companions during this pregnancy. Even if it is just your SO, get out before the depression hits.

flowerpower5838

DH knows when I get home from work I need some unwinding "me" time. I am around people all day and I feel a little bad that when I finally get home and am around him (the person I actually LIKE spending time with) I need some space but he gets it. I think it's more knowing that alone time is going to be limited very very soon and I am trying to soak it up while I can.