2nd time (or more) moms...

Kimby727 · February 2013

This is my 2nd pregnancy.

Wondering how your pain level compared from first to second pregnancy. My first I had a ton of cramping and sharp stabbing round ligament pains. This time around I've had no issues so far, but today for some reason I'm cramping and having sharp pains. Was your discomfort level better or about the same 2nd time around? Thinking maybe I overdid it today, or I've been hauling around too much weight.

Jtaxson · February 2013

This pregnancy is much more uncomfortable. I would have never guessed it wouldn't be easier. More RL pain and earlier Braxton hicks. I went from straight vomitting this time to constant indigestion, at a least last time I had a break in between. At least this time I feel much more connected to the baby in my belly so that makes the experience more satisfying.

Kimby727 · February 2013

Oh man. I wasn't expecting the same level of pain since my body has already gone through the stretching out once. I had early contractions the first time around so figured I'd have the same issue with that, but can do without the stabbing pains.

shnookel42 · February 2013

This time around has definitely been better for me ache and pain wise. I still get RLP and sciatic nerve pain, but it's not as horrible. I lost 40lbs between pregnancies, so I think that may have contributed to lower discomfort this time. Then again it's still early, I may change my tune in a few weeks!

Xtina13 · February 2013

Same here the second time around is killing me. I broke out in a rash at 8 weeks, my back feels like crap and I feel like I lack energy. With my first it was perfect, no pain and lots of energy.

Ethansmommy18 · February 2013

So far I feel better this go round last time with my oldest son I was having constant UTI and pre term labor..so hopefully this go round I will keep on keeping on

bumpuser8448316 · February 2013

I'm the total opposite. With the exception of the gallstones I developed and general late third tri unpleasantness, I didn't have any pain with DS. No RLP, no sciatica, etc.

This time, I've already got so much pain and pressure I can barely walk very far before I need to sit and take a break. I've had BH since 11 weeks and have had cramps off and on since 11 weeks as well. I am pretty sure I've got sciatica developing, I'm constantly out of breath and just generally I'm a mess! I'm sure some of it has to do with being so active with DS, though.

hjk5000 · February 2013

The round ligament pain and cramping have been better, but still not great. I've felt a lot better overall this pregnancy though.

Just recently I started feeling like I got kicked in the crotch repeatedly every time I get out of bed in the morning. I totally forgot about that one from last time.

TriciaandSean · February 2013

Last pregnancy I didn't even really "feel" pregnant until 28 weeks, and I ran until 31 weeks. This pregnancy I haven't done any activity and I'm just starting to get uncomfortable. My back hurts, I have pelvic pain and I'm just overall pretty tired. I'm hoping it's just a phase, and I go back to feeling fairly good, otherwise this is going to be a long pregnancy.

whoopsybaby · February 2013

I've definitely had more comfort issues this time--it's my 3rd pregnancy. I was more ill with DDs but fairly comfortable; this time hardly a wave of nausea but intense breast pain and now round ligament pain that stops me in my tracks. I did have cramping a few wks back but none lately. Yesterday, I way overdid it cleaning house and had a couple sharp pains that disappeared after I got off my feet.

jane.says · February 2013

The pain, discomfort and cramping have gotten worse with each pregnancy. I also feel like I'm way further along than I am.

KEK1025 · February 2013

I had such an easy first pregnancy and really didnt get what the big deal was. Yep, karma is kicking my butt for being so smug. Morning sickness, RLP, backaches, headaches...this one has been much more difficult for me.

RedCherry1109 · February 2013

This feels worse than my first. I'm only 20 weeks and I feel like I did right before I had DS2. I can't seem to shop longer then 30 mins or I feel like I'm going to pass out.