Latest obnoxious comments?

speachey · January 2014

What are the "best" or rather most annoying comments you've recived lately?

"look who has gotten big" - coworker
(Of course I'm big, I'm 9 months pregnant for eff sake)

"oh look, you have your own table" while staring at my stomach - Coworker
(Oh look, my ass is still smaller than yours)

"wouldn't it be neat if you had the baby while we're visiting" - MIL
(No, no it wouldn't + I'm not due for another 20+ days)

katags · January 2014

Not so much specific comments, but since my due date is tomorrow, I've been getting calls and texts from friends and family pretty much nonstop today checking to see how I am, if I'm having contractions, when I'm going into labor, etc. I'm highly annoyed already and I know it's just going to get worse. I mean seriously, like I would forget to call my mom and tell her I'm going to the hospital...

megngregk · January 2014

Dr told me on Tuesday that I had a torpedo belly.

Triage nurse last night said I had an alien baby because of the bizarre way he was contorting and my stomach looked crazy.

Thanks, guys.

megs12914 · January 2014

This is a comment my mom made today while on the phone at my house:

"Yeah I got swabbed and it was the flu even though I had the shot."

It seems innocent enough except she was referring to what she was sick with while Noah was in the NICU. She saw him and HELD him. I kept asking her if she was ok because she had a cough but she said she had been to the doctor the week before and he told her she was fine and she just needed to wear a mask. She flat out lied and did not tell me she had the flu or I NEVER would have let her in there. I was and am soooooo mad at her! How dare she put my baby in danger because she didn't want to miss seeing/holding him?!

peanutmuse · January 2014

I still can't bring myself to care about comments. No matter how many times this gets posted.

Deblondie1 · January 2014

None. I tend to laugh them off as people just trying to make conversation.

pennstated912 · January 2014

I eye roll the majority of comments and try to let them roll off my back, but not even joking, about 10 of my MIL's friends have asked me if I've started dilating yet. How is this even remotely appropriate? One lady bravely asked me in front of my uncle and he turned beet-red. Lol

sehudson821 · January 2014

One of my good friends the other day said "your belly is so big it needs it's own zip code!" I'll be sure to save that little gem for when she has her first baby

angiek1 · January 2014

If my MIL tells me one more time how tired I look I might freak out. I get a lot of random comments from random people that don't bother me, but I've seen my MIL a lot lately due to holidays (and I love her usually) but each time she sees me she tells me multiple times how tired I look.... bah.

pejay · January 2014

I had some maternity photos taken 2 weeks ago and sent my mom a link to the proofs...she texted me and said "You look huge". Thanks Mom

And then last night we went to my IL's house for New Years dinner. When we arrived my MIL rubbed my belly and said "You look like you've dropped". I never know what to say to people when they make that comment?!? "Umm, thanks...or...Yah". Whatever. So then as we were leaving a few hours later and going around saying our good byes she makes the comment again "Wow, it looks likes you've dropped even more since you arrived!". Again...WTF do I say to that?!? Thanks, but calm down - I am not having this baby tonight!

peanutmuse · January 2014

pennstated912 said:

I eye roll the majority of comments and try to let them roll off my back, but not even joking, about 10 of my MIL's friends have asked me if I've started dilating yet. How is this even remotely appropriate? One lady bravely asked me in front of my uncle and he turned beet-red. Lol

Even the dilation/effacement questions don't phase me. I don't even think about them until after the fact, like, huh - I guess it was kind of weird to be talking about the position and texture of my cervix in front of my husband's uncle. ::shrugs:: I think all of this stuff depends on your personality in general, though. I have never been known for modesty.

Siblynika · January 2014

Another obnoxious cashier who asked if I was overdue because I'm HUGE. "That's funny, that's exactly what I was going to tell you!" My filter is on the fritz and I have zero intentions of fixing it anytime soon.

I'm also tired of the complete strangers who ask me if I've dialated yet. Excuse me, I do not talk about my vagina to just anyone. Weirdos.

pennstated912 · January 2014

@peanutmuse - I'm not modest in any way, shape or form, usually. I openly talked about my fertility issues with pretty much anyone who wanted to know. For some reason, this pregnancy has made me feel very uncomfortable though.

I don't like my belly touched - period (I hate it a little less when people ask), I think it's insane when people talk to my belly (it's one thing to talk to it, it's a whole separate thing when people think it's okay to basically put their face against my stomach and talk, which yes, actually happens).

I'm fine with generic questions about contractions, how am I feeling, is the baby head down, any weird cravings, etc. Talking about the condition of my cervix seems like it should be something only my Ob, DH and I should know. Lol

SunflowersBride · January 2014

On the flipside of most of these comments, people keep telling me how small I look. It only bothers me in the sense that I keep worrying that something is wrong, particularly since baby has been measuring big/ahead most of this pregnancy, and I'm only 5'3" and have gained everything in my stomach. Also, I haven't gained any weight at my last two appointments, so I keep thinking that something is keeping him from growing! The doctor isn't concerned though, so I guess I should be happy that I don't look/feel humongous at 38 weeks.

cnwilbur1030 · January 2014

I have gotten "You look ready" a lot. I can only conclude that this translates to "You are huge, look tired, and not very cute" ... Hmmm, maybe I should consider wearing something other than sweatpants

nikkijd17 · January 2014

If one more person tells me I missed the gd tax deduction I'm going to smack them upside the head. 1) I DON'T CARE, baby is due the 4th and obviously isn't ready yet and 2) no shit, thanks for the tax update, I had no idea despite my law degree and 37 years of life on this planet.

Eta: missed words

peanutmuse · January 2014

pennstated912 said:

@peanutmuse - I'm not modest in any way, shape or form, usually. I openly talked about my fertility issues with pretty much anyone who wanted to know. For some reason, this pregnancy has made me feel very uncomfortable though. I don't like my belly touched - period (I hate it a little less when people ask), I think it's insane when people talk to my belly (it's one thing to talk to it, it's a whole separate thing when people think it's okay to basically put their face against my stomach and talk, which yes, actually happens). I'm fine with generic questions about contractions, how am I feeling, is the baby head down, any weird cravings, etc. Talking about the condition of my cervix seems like it should be something only my Ob, DH and I should know. Lol

Yeah, when I think about the specifics of what I'm actually discussing, it does seem kind of strange. It just doesn't occur to me when it actually happens I guess.

mrsbeers · January 2014

The cashier at Lowes last weekend asked me when I'm due and if we're having a boy or girl. I answered her questions with a smile and then she said "Oh, ok..." and kind of nodded her head like she was really thinking hard about my answer or taking information for a survey. It was just weird..

I made the mistake of telling my mom that I was 1 cm dilated at my appointment Monday (I was 37w5d that day). She texted me yesterday saying she was hoping I'd have the baby on her mom's birthday (NYE) and cannot stop texting and calling me. DH and I really think she is sitting around her house stewing with anxiety just waiting for my labor. DH and I are SUPER EXCITED, but I don't think anyone's more impatient than her. She mentioned just buying a ticket and flying down here once I'm on my way to the hospital, too, but that's a whole 'nother story. Guess who's not going to know I'm at the hospital until I'm well into my labor?

And the lady who works at the Subway DH and I frequent always has to drop her jaw and shout OMGGGG everytime we walk in. Embarrassing.

Morenajuliet · January 2014

I'm so grumpy in general now it doesn't matter what people say...it's going to be wrong. I avoid eye contact and try to escape as quickly as possible. My students are the only ones I muster up the energy to be normal with. Oh, and DH but he cooks dinner and hasn't tried to make any stupid comments so thank goodness I don't get upset with him at all.

ccip82 · January 2014

Hmphhh...

My two year old DD had the nerve to point at my popped bellybutton and proceed to shout "BOOBIE!!!"

Unbelievable the shit some people say to pregnant women...

bensmommy518 · January 2014

@ccip82 My 2y/o points to my boobie and proceeds to shout BABY!

firsttimemom143 · January 2014

"Looks like twins!" -Random person in the hallway

"Now thats serious."-Patient pointing to my belly

"YOU NEED AN EPIDURAL. TRUST ME...THE PAIN F**** YOU UP!" -My husbands aunt

I just keep trying to remember to smile and nod....

**I wanted to add that I was in a restaurant the other day and when the waiter asked when I was due, I said, "5 days ago." Needless to say it was the quickest service I have EVER had!

mommabird77 · January 2014

ccip82 said:

Hmphhh...

My two year old DD had the nerve to point at my popped bellybutton and proceed to shout "BOOBIE!!!"

Unbelievable the shit some people say to pregnant women...

Haha, my 3 year old pats my boob and says "Momma's belly!"

tesskerr · January 2014

I guess I'm lucky in a way that a lot of people don't realize I'm pregnant, I have missed out on a lot of mean comments. On my last week of work (so 38-39w) I was still having to tell people I was having a baby and thats why they couldn't come in and get a facial. They all look shocked, then concerned, and say "oh, you are very very small..." Like there is something wrong, or like I have done something wrong. I always feel like I have to defend myself, and let everyone know she is going to be about 7.5lbs! I have had a grand total of 3 people ask when the baby is due. I guess I am a bit bummed that I haven't got any of the "people being nice to you because you are pregnant" stuff. But I have also escaped the rude comments too.

ashybear · January 2014

As people have started getting back to camp (tomorrow's our first day of work), there's been a lot of "Still pregnant?!" But the best (non-sarcastically), was going to hug one of my friends and him, upon seeing my belly, saying "Oh! I'd forgotten!" It was nice to be reminded that I'm still a person behind this bump.

Also, my parents have lately only been using speaker phone on their home phone, which is becoming increasingly irritating, because they don't always acknowledge who's on the call. So, my mom calls me yesterday to check on my midwife appt, and I tell her that I'm 1cm dilated, and my dad shouts, "Ok, TMI!" Seriously, Dad?! Grow up, or don't participate in conversations that you're not actually a part of!

sunnyplaces · January 2014

I'm getting tired of the ominous comments about how life will suck when the baby arrives.

- you think pregnancy is crazy, wait until the baby comes....

- say goodbye to sleep!

- you're going to cry everyday

I appreciate if people try to normalize that the beginning is tough but jeesh, there's also an adorable child in the picture and maybe, just maybe there will be joy mixed in the with the exhaustion and tears.

LMCB12 · January 2014

Comments in general really don't bother me. I am annoyed that people keep calling/texting/messaging with a countdown of how many days left or asking if there's a baby on the way yet. It's like people think I'm going to have a baby and never announce it.

ashleywiz · January 2014

I was ordering lunch and the man making my sandwich decided to point out every ingredient he was placing in my pita that could "bring on labor" and asked if I wanted each. and. every. one. of. them. That was, until I decided to tell him my cervix was a steel trap and could use all the help softening it I could get. He shut up pretty quickly after that one.

The comments weren't bothering me, it was the fact that I was hungry and he was delaying the process of me stuffing my face.

OH- and he refused to put the hot sauce IN the sandwich even though I told him 3 times it was fine-- he told me that he wouldn't let me have heartburn. (FTR I haven't had even a hint of heartburn the entire pregnancy, nor have I ever spoken to this man in my life, I was hangry, to say the least).

marineshunni · January 2014

From my mom: You sure you are still pregnant & not just fat? I bet you are just telling people you are pregnant so you can hid the fact that you are fat.

She has been saying this since I was 9 weeks pregnant. Yea I am ALLLLL BABY!!

KristaBelieve · January 2014

I laugh at the random comments and I really love the inappropriate comments because I say something back. It's a fun new game I play with people who think I care about what they are saying. I keep telling DH and my mom, I do not have a "come talk to me, freindly vibe about me", why do they engage?!

valigrl21 · January 2014

ccip82 said:
Hmphhh...

My two year old DD had the nerve to point at my popped bellybutton and proceed to shout "BOOBIE!!!"

Unbelievable the shit some people say to pregnant women...

Lol! Gotta love the things kids say! My 2 year old asked me "mommy why is tummy getting bigger and bigger?"

cherryc9105 · January 2014

Every time I call my grandmother now, she answers the phone, "Is it baby time?!?!?!" Even if I JUST talked to her an hour ago. Calm down, lady!!! It's not freakin' time yet! And now my mom is starting to do it, too! UGH!

jaclynwas17 · January 2014

The male OB at my practice pointed to my stretch marks and said "It looks like you've been whipped." Fabulous. That's what I wanted to hear.

ashleywiz · January 2014

@jessicabcairns HAHA oh my gosh I love that you did that to your dad (the picture of random google newborn). That is beyond hilarious. Thank you for that.

4lilmunchkins · January 2014

SO and I went over to his friends house for a visit. As soon as I walked in the door, friend says, "Wow, next time you come over we will need a fork lift to get you in the house." I hate to know what he says to his wife who is bigger then me and not expecting.

pennstated912 · January 2014

@jessicabcairns - you are a woman after my own heart. I love your responses to your dad. Tell me you had just as witty answers to incessant questions about names?

pennstated912 · January 2014

I like Bentley Eric, personally

I may have told this story before, but just in case... One day, my mom sent me close to 45 names through text message (single text message for each). My phone was going off for almost an hour. Finally, I got irritated enough that I told her that we already picked a name. She got really excited and I told her it was Aenus Testicyles.

I didn't receive any more text messages after that.

Eta: tagging @jessicabcairns

aprilriddle@att.net · January 2014

I had a person ask me at work the other day what was wrong with my foot? I gave him a strange look and he came back with your hobbling. I corrected him and said no I'm wobbling because I'm 9 months pregnant. Really?

BShreeve · January 2014

firsttimemom143 said:

"YOU NEED AN EPIDURAL. TRUST ME...THE PAIN F**** YOU UP!" -My husbands aunt

Ugh, this is what pisses me off the most. I don't need anyone to tell me labor is going to be painful but when you're aiming for a med-free labor (or not for that matter) keep the horror stories to yourself.

The "you're HUGE" or "fat" comments are getting old. I think people can get away with saying that because I don't have a weight problem but seriously STFU.

BShreeve · January 2014

sunnyplaces said:
I'm getting tired of the ominous comments about how life will suck when the baby arrives.

- you think pregnancy is crazy, wait until the baby comes....
- say goodbye to sleep!
- you're going to cry everyday

I appreciate if people try to normalize that the beginning is tough but jeesh, there's also an adorable child in the picture and maybe, just maybe there will be joy mixed in the with the exhaustion and tears.

Yes, this too.

Tylynngrace · January 2014

I hate when people tell me to get all the sleep I can before the baby comes home. I can't sleep right cause all I do is worry about him so no thanks, I'll sleep when I'm dead.

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