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| Okay this is my first pregnancy and I am extremely excited about the baby girl that we are about to have. I am 32 weeks pregnant and going crazy. I cant sleep which just makes me want to cry. I feel like my hormones are out of control. One minute I am crying my eyes out the next minute I want to throw something threw my wall. I understand that being pregnant changes your body and your hormones but I didnt think that it was going to be like this. Ive tried exercising and it just makes me want to cry because I dont look the way that I used to and I cant do the things I used to do. Ive tried cooking but that makes me cry because I know eating the food will just make me gain weight. Dont get me wrong I have only gained 20lbs so far this pregnancy but I dont understand why I cant find a happy medium. My husband is really great its just that he is at work all day and sometimes all night and since we just moved here there isn't anyone for me to really talk to. Does anyone have any advice or has anyone gone through this while they were pregnant? |
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| Congratulations. I know how hard it is to be pregnant. I'm a mother of a two tr old son. And relatively speaking my pregnancy was a breeze. I'm also sorry that you are unable to sleep, but I know htat you can't take sleeping pills but you can take Sudafed which I think has anahistamine in it, if not talk to your doctor to see what (s)he say. Most doctors tell pregnant women to lay on there left side, try that to see if it help. I'm sorry, I'm not more help. But if you need someone to talk to, I'm here 24/7. |
| posted by Chelle on 08/27/2008 |
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Welcome to VA and congratulations:) I live in Fairfax. It's about two hours from you. (On a good day)
I worked up until two days before my daughter was born; and, was supposed to work the day she was born. I work 12 hour shifts at Fair Oaks Hospital. I was extremely uncomfortable and swollen towards the end.
My hips still hurt. I still have sciatica and low back pain; and, need to see a physical therapist.
My daughter is six months old; and, hormones are still jacked up. Your body's going through alot of changes; and, will continue to do so. My daughter was a surprise; and, I'm a first time mom at 36. No one ever tells you about all you go through during a pregnancy. Just remember each woman and each pregnancy is different.
Try body pillows on either side and a pillow in between your legs. That takes the pressure off your back. I had to buy a heating pad--worked great:) I wish I had the body pillow when I was pregnant.
I think this is your body's way of preparing you for the baby's arrival. Especially if you'll be breast feeding. My daughter would wiggle around a little here and there during the days I worked. As soon as I laid down to rest--she was wide awake.
I used to rub my tummy, read/talk/sing to her alot. I still do that. She really likes the singing. No matter what her mood is or how she's feeling--she becomes calm when I start snging. Try drinking some warm/hot tea too. That would calm the baby and me down. Hope these suggestions help.
Try to rest as much as you can now. When the baby gets here it'll be rough for a little while. Even if you have to take naps during the day. (If possible)
Keep in touch and let me know how you're doing. Don't know if you'll need it but a friend and my cousin are starting at home child care. My friend lives in Stafford and cousin is in Dumfries. |
| posted by Deanna on 08/28/2008 |
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| Thanks Deanna! It really helps a lot to hear that Im not the only one that is going through this. Its just tough I guess. My little one never, ever sleeps I swear. She wakes me up in the am and I can feel her moving all day long. Im not gonna complain though cause its an awesome feeling. I just wish it wasn't till 3am and that she didnt start at 8am. Lol Im just scared cause she is my first and Ive never really been around a baby before since Im the youngest in my whole family. And I have no family here and since we just moved here I dont really know anyone yet! So hopefully we have an easy baby that likes to sleep since she has spent the past 8 months awake in my belly! |
| posted by Jessica on 08/28/2008 |
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Hi Jessica!
Congrats on the baby, that is wonderful. Well when I read your blog it reminded me so much of myself during my first pregnancy. I had so many highs and lows constantly and although I was happy about being pregnant I cried all the time and could not figure out why. I started to change my way of thinking and I put so much focus on all the blessings and beautiful things in my life, once I shifted my thinking and resolved to thinking that life would only be better once the baby was here I started to feel a bit better, don't get me wrong it did take time, but it is possible for these feelings to get better, remember that!
It is important to talk about your feelings and find a great support system whether it is in your community of friends and family or via the net, even journaling can help.
I am sorry that I cannot be more of a help, but you can reach out to me anytime you need.
Keep in touch and let me know how it works out!
Peace and Love!! |
| posted by Bella on 08/29/2008 |
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Hi Jessica,
I was in your shoes not too long ago. My husband and I moved up to WI from Ga when I was 7 months pregnant. I don't know anyone besides his family and its harder to get to know people while being a sahm. I gained about 25 lbs and lost a majority of it pretty fast and I'm sure you will as well. Just realize that your body will go back to semi normal and that the changes aren't always bad---my husband likes my new curvier body. Keep doing the things you enjoy and walk! Also take time for yourself, take a bath, read a book, paint your nails, etc because that will make you feel better.
Good luck! and it all gets easier. |
| posted by on 08/29/2008 |
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| Congratulations! Pregnancy is a Miraculous Change of your body. You are actually developing a living, breathing individual from the inside-out! Major Change. Eat, eat, eat, baby needs it for a strong & healthy beginning in this world of ours. I weighed 125lbs before any of my babies, I weighed about 145lbs during, after 115-120lbs. I am now 37 years old, have 5 children, ages 18, 16, 9, 3, 2. weigh 120lbs. My children have kept me going, and going, and going, I'm still lovin it! As for the sleeping, REST, even if you don't sleep much. I did a lot of walking, all the way through my 1st &2nd pregnancies, it did wonders for decreasing my labor before delivery. The staff during delivery was amazed how easy I had my labor&delivery, specially for a 1st baby! Read books, communicate with your Dr, ask questions, find out as much about your body & pregnancy as you can. The more you know, the less scary it becomes. The more you know, the less you worry. The less worried you are, the happier you are. The happier you are, the happier your husband it too. The happier the two of you are, baby has a fantastic start! God Bless. |
| posted by Renee on 09/09/2008 |
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| I know this is an older post, but I thought I'd share my experience. I did have sleeping problems the last couple months - not from the baby moving - but because I had to pee every 30 min to an hour at most. I'm short - only 4'11 and the baby was really pressing on my bladder. I was very, very scared about having my baby because I also was never around babies and didn't know what the heck I was going to do. Those first 2-3 weeks were very challenging and I would definitely recommend getting all the help you can - my Mom was my saving grace! I was also very nervous about labor and delivery. My daughter was born on 9/1/08 and surprisingly labor was pretty easy. I attribute that to the fact that I stayed active (walking and yoga) throughout my pregnancy. My advice would be to try to relax and enjoy being pregnant! I love having my daughter here now, but really miss being pregnant. It is a very special time and the sleepless nights will be worth it in the end! Just try to rest as much as you can-even if you can't sleep the rest will help. |
| posted by joann on 10/04/2008 |
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