I have watched so much TV this week. I didn't think it'd be possible with a newborn. I know I should "sleep when the baby sleeps" but it's harder to do than you would think.
I have been SO itchy this week. I just spent a good two minutes scratching my abdomen after refraining from it all week long. It felt soooo nice. Now it is burning like hell.
The past two weeks, it's been really difficult and painful for me to bend over (duh), and since my husband refuses to bathe our daughter unless absolutely life or death necessary, I've gotten into the habit lately of just having her jump in the shower with me rather than take a bath. At least until my mom comes down on Saturday. Then she will probably take over bathing duties. I just hope I'm not permanently scarring her.
I'm staring down the barrel of a pretty important deadline at work that is coming up on Monday, and I haven't even started that portion of the project yet. On one hand, I'm secretly hoping that I go into labor this weekend just so that I can say "Oops, went into labor, not my problem anymore," but since I haven't even started it, passing it on to someone would be.... problematic. (It's not that I've been lazy, I've actually just had three or four other projects that I've been working on instead).
I had two cans of Coke today instead of my usual one.
I'm sure I'll have more tomorrow/later today. When I wake up in four hours
We have lots of December birthdays in our family. I really want to avoid having LO on some of the older relatives birthdays because I don't want the association and emotions of family members trying to turn a shared birthday into something significant. However, the date I really want to avoid is 2 days before EDD which I just realised last week.
I have watched so much TV this week. I didn't think it'd be possible with a newborn. I know I should "sleep when the baby sleeps" but it's harder to do than you would think.
This. There is usually a tv on for background noise. Also, I love that my little dude is here and healthy but I miss my bump. That's right, I miss being pregnant.
It's my due date today and also my last day of work. I'm fully capable of working longer, but I can't stand it anymore. Everything is driving me nuts and I'm just ready to be done. No regrets here.
My son has contracted pink eye & im secretly happy to be dealing with a benign, yet very contagious, illness so we can just do nothing for a few days. He doesn't mind the eye drops, so that's a plus, too. PJ party at my house!
I have watched so much TV this week. I didn't think it'd be possible with a newborn. I know I should "sleep when the baby sleeps" but it's harder to do than you would think.
This. There is usually a tv on for background noise. Also, I love that my little dude is here and healthy but I miss my bump. That's right, I miss being pregnant.
I am terrible at doing nothing. I have been in the hospital for 24 hr evaluation after a fall yesterday, and I am going to pull my hair out if I have to sit here doing nothing for another minute!
I'm so bored sitting around the house waiting for LO, I'm due tomorrow and work thought it best I take a few days before to rest. Plus the Bump has been quiet with everyone giving birth. I need some drama in my life
I was having period like cramping and some nausea yesterday. I just wanted it to be time. Mostly because my DH's work is throwing us a baby shower today and it's going to be super awkward. But if I'm in labor, we get the gifts without the awkwardness!
I'm secretly hoping that when I get to my appointment today, they will let me schedule my induction for tonight. Yes, it means DH and I will miss his grandmother's 90th birthday party tomorrow. And yes, I know induction is going to suck. But I am so over the constant rib pain, the sciatica-related numbness in my leg, the nausea (and as of this morning, vomiting again), etc. I am 39+6 today, so I don't feel it's completely unreasonable to be induced today. I will turn on the waterworks if I have to, no shame.
ETA: I'm also a bit sad that it's so warm right now! This is western PA, why is it going to be 70 this weekend?! All the going home outfits for baby, everything I packed for him is cold weather appropriate. Way to go mother nature, screwing up my hard work prepping to keep him warm!
My due day is today and it is my nephew's birthday.. At this point I honestly don't mind if LO comes today and they share a birthday! My nephew on the other hand wouldn't be too happy (he's 5). Also, I'm very irritable!
We are having to deal with some very immature staff at work today, and I was super happy to be able to call in sick with cramping. No apologies, can't deal with stupid people anymore!!
I'm going stir-crazy being at home 24/7 and I'm excited to go back to work. I love my baby and I love being the one to take care of him, but I miss being able to leave the house and I also miss my job and co-workers.
I have watched so much TV this week. I didn't think it'd be possible with a newborn. I know I should "sleep when the baby sleeps" but it's harder to do than you would think.
That is the absolute worst advice ever given to mothers. I'd like to pee and shower and eat without a baby crying or attached to me at least some of the time. And laundry still needs to be done.
It's my due date today and also my last day of work. I'm fully capable of working longer, but I can't stand it anymore. Everything is driving me nuts and I'm just ready to be done. No regrets here.
It's my due date today and also my last day of work. I'm fully capable of working longer, but I can't stand it anymore. Everything is driving me nuts and I'm just ready to be done. No regrets here.
Made me think of this
I think of that image EVERY time I say the word regrets. You are speaking my language, lady.
I'm heading to the coffee shop and ordering the largest coffee they have! Only if it's within my caffeine limits of course. This no sleep is kicking my butt. Plus I'm pissed at the world and think coffee will help lol.
My mom is here to help me with the baby but I was home alone the other day and had to pee while the baby was awake. I had to take him with me into the bathroom. Not fun. Just a few days out from a csection so getting on the toilet hurts, not to mention trying to take care of PP bleeding issues, while he's rooting for my boob. I seriously contemplated laying him on the floor but that required bending down, which would hurt also. Worst pee trip ever.
I have watched so much TV this week. I didn't think it'd be possible with a newborn. I know I should "sleep when the baby sleeps" but it's harder to do than you would think.
That is the absolute worst advice ever given to mothers. I'd like to pee and shower and eat without a baby crying or attached to me at least some of the time. And laundry still needs to be done.
My mom tried to tell me this yesterday, and just absolutely would not listen when I told her it was no use. I tried explaining that I am no longer able to sleep when it's light out, that even at my most exhausted and sleepless this pregnancy I couldn't get a nap, but she will not let up. She's lucky she lives far away right now, because I hadn't slept at all the night before we had this discussion...
My mom is here to help me with the baby but I was home alone the other day and had to pee while the baby was awake. I had to take him with me into the bathroom. Not fun. Just a few days out from a csection so getting on the toilet hurts, not to mention trying to take care of PP bleeding issues, while he's rooting for my boob. I seriously contemplated laying him on the floor but that required bending down, which would hurt also. Worst pee trip ever.
I've had to bring LO with me to the bathroom too, not fun, but the Boba wrap made it easier!
I have watched so much TV this week. I didn't think it'd be possible with a newborn. I know I should "sleep when the baby sleeps" but it's harder to do than you would think.
That is the absolute worst advice ever given to mothers. I'd like to pee and shower and eat without a baby crying or attached to me at least some of the time. And laundry still needs to be done.
My mom tried to tell me this yesterday, and just absolutely would not listen when I told her it was no use. I tried explaining that I am no longer able to sleep when it's light out, that even at my most exhausted and sleepless this pregnancy I couldn't get a nap, but she will not let up. She's lucky she lives far away right now, because I hadn't slept at all the night before we had this discussion...
Right?! The first few days I couldn't sleep no matter how tired I was. I had a serious surge of adrenaline following birth that kept me up!
I'm supposed to be organizing shower gifts and getting LO's room and clothes ready. Seeing as how I'm having a rcs next Friday and still have a TON of things to do, I should probably be on it. I've done nothing today but shower and bathe DS, eat, and sleep.
I'm not there yet, but I feel like I'm on the verge of a big hormonal emotional breakdown.
- I'm running on five days straight of being awake from 6:30am until 1:30am, not counting not being able to sleep comfortably and getting up to pee
- My DH, on the other hand, has been sleeping until 11am or Noon for 4 out of the last 6 days, plus getting midday naps in on top of that (he's napping right now, in fact)
- My mom will be here tomorrow and the house is a mess and the extra bedroom isn't ready
- The body shop won't release my DH's car unless he pays them $1000 (we were told it would be all covered by insurance), so now we're down to one crappy car until that mess is figured out
- My DH constantly asks me to take time out of my work day to be his personal secretary (to edit his resume, apply to jobs for him, scan some documents, drive him to the car rental place)
- I still haven't started that big project for work that is due Monday, and I was supposed to call some folks to get some info for it, but my DD was having a little breakdown of her own, and my DH wasn't around to intercept, so I couldn't call (I'm pretty screwed at this point)
- I don't know if a pretty important piece of baby gear will be here by the time the baby arrives because my MIL insisted on buying it and I don't know if she actually has (I should've just bought it myself like I wanted; good news though, it IS back in stock online)
- I don't have a hospital bag packed; I don't even have a decent hospital bag
- my DD is driving me nuts right now.
- and a plethora of other things.
Sorry for the vent, but ain't got no one else to vent to. If I unload on my mom when she gets here, it's going to be an awkward and miserable few weeks around the house, so..... "happy face everything's great!"
@NellieHarringtonCarter I remember you talking about the baby gear. BUY IT! Then if MIL has also bought it you can return one. That will put some of this stuff at ease you have going on.
I'm feeling so over touched from nursing, dealing with a super clingy/possessive yearling and a very sweet/lovinng threenager who also has a case of the weirds and likes to randomly touch and stroke faces/legs/hands/arms. Any time I sit down my lap and arms are full and I get dog piled. I just want to scream, "EVERYONE STOP TOUCHING ME! MOMMY HATES YOU TOUCHING ME!" But I fear that might warp them emotionally so I've been clenching my jaw to the point where my teeth hurt and it's hard to open my mouth to eat or drink. I may be the least qualified person ever to be a mom.
I'm feeling so over touched from nursing, dealing with a super clingy/possessive yearling and a very sweet/lovinng threenager who also has a case of the weirds and likes to randomly touch and stroke faces/legs/hands/arms. Any time I sit down my lap and arms are full and I get dog piled. I just want to scream, "EVERYONE STOP TOUCHING ME! MOMMY HATES YOU TOUCHING ME!" But I fear that might warp them emotionally so I've been clenching my jaw to the point where my teeth hurt and it's hard to open my mouth to eat or drink. I may be the least qualified person ever to be a mom.
Oh man I get this sometimes too. I have an overly affectionate ten year old boy and an 8 year old girl who likes to compete with the affection lol... I love being touched normally but pregnancy has kind of ruined that and I fear while breastfeeding or feeling yucky (haven't delivered yet!) I will emotionally damage the older kids by freaking out. (((( hope it doesn't last for you. Our bodies get so "used up" it's nice to get a little space after delivering baby....
I am enjoying having my hubby home on leave to help me and be my "gopher" he has been making me breakfast every morning for the last week. He decided to sleep in this morning so I didn't get any breakfast and I got a bit cranky. I felt so bad for getting mad at him that I made a big breakfast to thank him while my twins slept. He said wow, I guess you don't need me to do as much stuff for you anymore. Sad lazy momma got spoiled lol.
@NellieHarringtonCarter I remember you talking about the baby gear. BUY IT! Then if MIL has also bought it you can return one. That will put some of this stuff at ease you have going on.
We actually purchased it today. We called her to see if she had gotten it, and told "hey we can order it and ship it for free to the store for pick-up" and she was cool with it. So that's one thing solved! As long as I get past Monday with this stupid project completed, I'll be good to go!
Re: FFFC 12/11
Regrets.
Plus the Bump has been quiet with everyone giving birth.
I need some drama in my life
ETA: I'm also a bit sad that it's so warm right now! This is western PA, why is it going to be 70 this weekend?! All the going home outfits for baby, everything I packed for him is cold weather appropriate. Way to go mother nature, screwing up my hard work prepping to keep him warm!
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By dislike, I really mean I am just jealous and wish I had my baby in my arms too.
My mom tried to tell me this yesterday, and just absolutely would not listen when I told her it was no use. I tried explaining that I am no longer able to sleep when it's light out, that even at my most exhausted and sleepless this pregnancy I couldn't get a nap, but she will not let up. She's lucky she lives far away right now, because I hadn't slept at all the night before we had this discussion...
I've had to bring LO with me to the bathroom too, not fun, but the Boba wrap made it easier!
Right?! The first few days I couldn't sleep no matter how tired I was. I had a serious surge of adrenaline following birth that kept me up!
What is wrong with that person??? Why would you do that? Ugh.
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