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Q: I Thought I Would Like Pregnancy....

asked by: notpatient on August 5th, 2006

Experienced User

I always believed that I would enjoy everything about pregnancy because I wanted it so badly. But it is tough work giving up your body- even if it is for the little love of your life! I almost feel guilty :-(

if it's not the extreme exhaustion landing me on the couch at 6 pm, it's the constant need to eat something so the nausea doesn't turn into vomiting. Or maybe the poor sleep routine of waking up at least twice to urinate. It couldn't possibly be the constipation and bloating! And it definitely can't be the new oily skin and hair making me look like a teenager (i didn't even have that problem when I was a teen)! Or the stress and wonder of every twinge, ache or cramp. Oh, how can I forget the rediculous pain in my boobs!

I sometimes break out in a full blown sobbing episode and I feel so guilty to complain about these things. It's just so hard! I am only 8 or 9 weeks now and I have a ways to go until I get a break! Anyone else with me on this? I am grateful to be pregnant, but I wish I was enjoying it more than I am. :-(

Replies(6)

nene99

replied on August 5th, 2006

New User

Pregnancy

I was the same although I loved the idea of having a baby I didn't enjoy pregnancy at all. My daughter is nearly five now. And all though I didn't enjoy being pregnant it is all worth it ,and even after that experience I would still do it again.

rosejackson

replied on August 5th, 2006

Supporter

Yeah I totally understand how you feel, but believe me it will be worth it. At the moment ive only got 18 days left until my due date and I cant wait! Ive had two uti's, thrush, been anaemic, cramps, tiredness, and its never ending. Ive not had the best pregnancy and I also thought id really enjoy it. But I bet you, when youve had your baby, you'll miss your bump as everyones been telling me. Try to enjoy the rest of your pregnancy and relax and spend some time to yourself as you wont have time when youve had your baby

sally24

replied on August 9th, 2006

New User

:) isn't that true when I first got pregnant I was amazed and wondered at all the little changes in my body then at 6 weeks I got nasue really bad that went away and turned into gas , bloating and constapation extreme having to quite work exhaustion eating was a chore , because of what tasted good and what my stomach could tolerate and know I have loose bowel movements and all I can think is I have 6 1/2 months left to go , I am totally in love with the idea of my child but not pregnancy whoever said labor was the hardest part was wrong I think labor may be very painfull but you can say hey in a few hours it will all be over and my baby will be in my arms , during pregnancy in the wake of all you feel and all your emotions you are weighed down by the fact that you still have months to go. Hang in there I am ten weeks I feel your pain I am hoping and praying I will get some relief at the end of my first trimester.

HappyBaby

replied on August 13th, 2006

Experienced User

Can you imagine if pregnancy was left to the men? The human race would die out! Hee hee...

I had a rough first trimester too but it all got better by about 13 weeks for me so I hope the same for you guys. It .I.S. Definitely worth it though...

kst

replied on August 13th, 2006

New User

I am at about 6 weeks with my first and let me tell you, the gas and constipation is unbearable. I cannot take any odors after eating or else it will come back up. I dont feel the nausea come on until about 5 seconds before throwing up. Last night the gas caused me to cramp all night and have sharp back pain. It is a lot but I am loving every minute of it. I hear labor is much much more painful so I am going to consider this a walk in the park.

zuleika

replied on September 27th, 2006

New User

Hey not patient!

The first trimester always seems so awefull...And your constantly worrying 'what if this gets worse, can I bear it'? Then just when you think you cant take anymore...It's your 2nd trimester and you feel normal again! Your belly is starts to show, your able to keep food down without feeling sick, perfect strangers smile at you wherever you go, and even on days that are hard...Those little kicks and wiggles make it all worth it:) its so wonderful, just be patient (haha).

Also...Their finding now that those hormones that grow a healthy baby (progesterone?) are the same hormones that make you feel sick and tired.

Hope this helps:)

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