Labor buddy, why didn't you tell me it was your birthday. Actually, i think you did tell me when it was several weks ago. Anyways, happy birthday. Hang in there. We're almost there.
I have the same issue. My bump has been growing more upwards than outwards. (For those thinking that might be nice, let me just say I can't compare but my ribcage has expanded a solid TEN cm and baby's feet are inside of my ribs wreaking havoc on my lungs and stomach.) A lot of people have commented on how small the bump is, but unfortunately no strangers. Bummer, cuz I'd LOVE to try one of your comebacks!
First baby was born at 36 weeks and I'm now 37+2 and starting to get super anxious. Things definitely get different after 37 weeks. Every ache and pain is stronger and I feel like I pulled a muscle in my upper back that is really uncomfortable. It's only 1pm and ready for toddlers bedtime already
Things are TOTALLY different after 37 weeks! It's like a switch flips. It was the same for me with DS.
I promise this is not a humble brag (because people who say this stuff to me aren't necessarily saying it in a flattering way) but I am having the opposite of "you look ready to pop." As in "there's no way you're due so soon! You're too small!" etc. So now I have taken to telling people a rotation of the following:
a) "Well actually I'm having a little person. You know, like the guy who plays Tyrion." b) "I shouldn't be telling you this but I started smoking more in order to keep the baby small." c) "I started dieting about halfway through the pregnancy because I'm really afraid of labor. I'm down to 800 calories a day!"
If you can think of more feel free to let me know.
@NoraAurora I've had the same problem and I'm totally gonna steal a few of your lines - genius! I think people mean well...but it's kind of disconcerting.
Another one to consider, "I read that whiskey was good for the baby's digestive system so I've been drinking a couple of shots a night. Who knew it also causes low birth weight?!"
@Kaessi have to admit saying "I'm not pregnant, just fat" does have an enjoyment to it. I always held my plus size weight in the tummy so I got the question a lot prior to pregnancy and that's what I started telling people.
Re: Monday Bitchfest 9.19.16
So swollen. Carpal tunnel. I dread bedtime because I know I won't sleep.
Also sick of being asked how I feel because I'm sick of listening to myself complain. So here I am complaining!
The birth announcements make me happy and hopeful, though, so there's that.
I have the same issue. My bump has been growing more upwards than outwards. (For those thinking that might be nice, let me just say I can't compare but my ribcage has expanded a solid TEN cm and baby's feet are inside of my ribs wreaking havoc on my lungs and stomach.) A lot of people have commented on how small the bump is, but unfortunately no strangers. Bummer, cuz I'd LOVE to try one of your comebacks!
DS#2 due 25 April 2019
I think people mean well...but it's kind of disconcerting.
Another one to consider, "I read that whiskey was good for the baby's digestive system so I've been drinking a couple of shots a night. Who knew it also causes low birth weight?!"