I don't want to be pregnant anymore!

Re: I don't want to be pregnant anymore!

• sschwege member

  September 2012

  I know how hard that final stretch can be!  But keep in mind that a newborn is not a walk in the park either.  Maybe you could think of some fun things to do that will be harder to do once the baby is born.  Go for a pedicure, go out to dinner, see a movie, that kind of a thing.  Hang in there mama, you are so close! 

  
  
  
  
  
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• Jenilyn and Matthew

  September 2012

  Definitely try to do some "Me" stuff while you can, especially the Pedi! I was induced with my first (by choice, like you, tired of being pregnant) and I hate that I made that decision. It was nice knowing a date and such, but being strapped to the bed from the time it started until she came out was horrible, which is why I'm wanting to go natural this time. Hang in there! You won't be pregnant forever!

  

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• demmie326 member

  September 2012

  I went 41weeks 6days( I pray you do not go that long) with DS but I have no regrets. I remember watching all of the boards and seeing all of the people that were having babies, it was agony. My DH, friends/family, and OB were all amazing...encouraging me to stick with the plan of avoiding induction unless necessary.The key to survival was that I simplified my life and took care of myself....I didn't really cook or clean, I went to the gym, ......I did what I wanted! When DS finally decided to make his appearance it was amazing....he was so calm. I am convinced it was because he came on his own and had some extra time.

  HANG IN THERE!

  

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• oliversmommy32912 member

  September 2012

  sschwege:

  I know how hard that final stretch can be!  But keep in mind that a newborn is not a walk in the park either.  Maybe you could think of some fun things to do that will be harder to do once the baby is born.  Go for a pedicure, go out to dinner, see a movie, that kind of a thing.  Hang in there mama, you are so close! 

  This! Try to keep busy to keep your mind off of things. Go get a massage. Get a pedicure. Go on a date. Sleep in. Shop for the baby. Shop for yourself! Do something that is fun for you and don't spend the day sitting in the baby's room willing him to come. The end of pregnancy is awful. I'm sorry you're having a rough time. Just try to stick it through. You will not regret it. 

  

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• oliversmommy32912 member

  September 2012

  And if you're still pregnant at 40 weeks.....sex, walking, accupuncture, accupressure, pineapple, nipple stimulation.....do it all!
  

  

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• tinabean00 member

  September 2012

  I know how that is....(see ticker says 41w down there).  I too have had an amazing pregnancy but it's gotta come to an end some time (I'm saying that purely for my LO).  Just try to relax and enjoy the last little bit you'll be baby free, it'll never be the same again.  Do things for yourself you won't get a chance to do soon, I've gotten a few pedicures, given myself time to rest in the bed and watch movies, went out on fantastic dates with my H.

  It'll be over soon enough, just gotta hold out a little longer! 

  
  

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• WearingRed member

  September 2012

  For me that feeling that your feeling I had for about 4 days before I went into labor on my due date. I had to fight my OB not to induce me for her convenience and low and behold I went into labor that night. So to me, that feeling is just a part of being at the end and could be a sign of up coming labor. Or as much of a sign as all the other "signs" of labor.

  

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• Hyaline member

  September 2012

  I hear you--I keep reminding myself, "No one stays pregnant forever!"  I agree with pps who say to enjoy the last few days--I admit, I'm spoiling myself  If I want a pedicure, I get a pedicure...if I want to watch a movie instead of cleaning the bathroom, I do it.  Take yourself out to lunch or meet up with friends for coffee or have a date night with your SO--do something you won't be able to do as easily in a couple weeks.

  Plus, I remind myself that induction would be a trade-off.  Yes, I would know the date, and I would have a baby sooner.  But I'd also probably have a longer, more arduous labor, likely would be stuck in bed and more likely to cave to an epi and a higher chance of a c-section (which is all kinda my worst case scenario--just me personally, not a judgement on anyone else!).  When I put it in those terms--am I willing to trade this for that?--it's a lot easier to appreciate the last week or so. 

  Now go do something fun! 

  
  

  
  

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• september2006

  September 2012

  I had a horrible pregnancy with DS3, so I know how you feel about being done.  I kept thinking that one more day being pregnant meant one more day added onto my maternity leave. One more day to spend with DS1 before our lives completely changed.  With DS2, wished that I had spent more time relaxing and doing something that I loved doing.   The biggest adjustment for me having children was the lack of "me time"...ability to pick up and just go somehwere.  I would kill to just go out to dinner one day without thinking about it. 

   Also, look at some of the post from new moms.  We are all jealous of the anticipation and excitment of holding your new little one in your arms for the first time.   You will see a lot of moms wishing they were pregnant again. As miserable as I was when I was pregnant, I have already forgotten about the pain and waiting and wish I could do it all over again.

   You can do it

  *** William Abner 8/25/2008 24w3d ***

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• jennakg member

  September 2012

  You guys rock.  I'm feeling way better today.  I'm just trying to take it easy, and take it 1 day at a time.  Thank you for the words of encouragement and the suggestions.  When I inevitably get frustrated again, I'm coming back to this post.  Thanks again!!!

  
  

  
  

  
  

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