I'm at 7 weeks and just don't feel like myself. I have no energy, my boobs feel like they're being used as a punching bag, I feel nauseous pretty much all day. I don't have anyone to talk to because we are waiting to tell people until we hit the second trimester due to a previous loss. I feel like all I do is complain to my husband about every little thing. It's not that I'm not happy. I just feel so weird, like I've been taken over by a body snatcher! I'm so happy to be pregnant but so far I don't feel like I'm enjoying it....and I feel guilty for not enjoying it. Help! Please tell me I'm not crazy. I need some reassurance that I'm being normal.
2006-11-15 06:08:42 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Honey, it is totally normal to feel that way. I have been prego 6 times and have 5 beautiful kids ( I lost the first one) What you are feeling is totally normal. It will pass, I promise you. Just be patient, and think of how wonderful it is to be growing a life inside of you. and in a few months, you are gonna wish you had time to sleep and relax. So enjoy it while you can. It will go by so fast you will wish for more time to enjoy being pregnant. ( i know that you don't feel like enjoying anything at this point, but the time will come when you do... believe me) Good luck sweetie, I hope everything works out for you!!
2006-11-15 06:23:54 · answer #1 · answered by Debi Q 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Completely normal. Im 21 weeks along with my first girl and I have never felt sicker with any other pregnancy than this one and it doesnt seem like its going to end. If its not one thing its another. I also feel guilty for not enjoying it and Im sure my husband, although he doesnt show it, gets tired of hearing me. I am also so excited about this pregnancy because we have 3 boys and now its a girl, but I just not happy most of the time. Dont worry, you are normal.
2006-11-15 14:31:24 · answer #2 · answered by Blondi 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Having had a few kids I'd say your feelings are understandable. Each woman is different and each pregnancy for the same woman can be different. We've had one child that was over 2 months early and was born 3lbs. 13oz. so we've had some diverse experiences.
Can't speak to the physical stuff (although it doesn't sound like something I'd like either) but don't feel guilty, remember that your experiences are YOUR experiences. My wife was especially feisty during the pregnancy with our son and a few times I thought we were going to have a physical confrontation on our hands ;)
All-in-all though just enjoy the good days/moments as they come and take it easy as much as you can. Journaling is also something I'd encourage you to do or do more of as someday you'll want to pass that along to your child. My wife has done one for each of our children that I've added to so we have memories specific to each child: good, bad and ugly experiences.
2006-11-15 14:22:41 · answer #3 · answered by bsdirqconflict 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am at 38 weeks, and I was in the same boat. I had a blighted ovum (everything developed except the baby), had to have a D&C, but got pregnant 3 months later. Was thrilled to be pregnant, but didn't feel great. Something that encouraged me was reading updates on various websites that have week-by-week info. It was exciting for me to know what was going on with my baby's development, and I just had to focus on the fact that what I was feeling was worth it, bcuz my baby was developing properly. Try to focus on the development of the baby, and in just a few short weeks, you will be in the 2nd trimester, and your energy will come back! You'll make it. :)
2006-11-15 14:17:05 · answer #4 · answered by sarah b 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is totally normal. I, just like you waited to tell our families because of miscarriages. I thought for sure my husband was going to kick me out because of the way I treated him. I was so snotty, rude, mean, etc. He loved me the best he could and knew that it wasn't going to last forever.
You will start enjoying it once you get back to feeling good again. It's very exciting to go shopping and have people ask you questions. When are you do? Do you know what your having? etc.. Don't feel guilty, it's just your hormones.
Good Luck and God Bless :)
2006-11-15 14:18:45 · answer #5 · answered by jakesmom 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i hear ya. my pregnancy was so hard in the beginning. you are totally normal to feel like this.
this is my advice: when ever you don't feel like you are going to puke your brains out, go do something that makes you happy. whether its shopping, walking, whatever will bring you some sort of relief. i was so sick in the beginning of my pregnancy, that i couldnt even watch tv commercials that showed any kind of food! after about 3 months it got a lot better.
what also worked for me was getting the morning sickness shot. i would go in about once a week and it honestly helped me. ask your obgyn about it.
one other thing that helped during the rest of my pregnancy was that i always dressed in clothes that fit, and that i liked. before you go and spend tons of $$ on homely maternity gear, try on bigger sizes at trendy regular stores. i only bought one pair of maternity jeans, and the rest of the time i just wore low rise jeans (so they sat under my tummy) and tight, long fit shirts (like the shade brand at nordstrom bp). if you feel like you still look cute, it will make the biggest difference, plus the positivity is really good for your baby.
p.s. your husband understands whats going on, just let him know how much you love and appreciate him.
2006-11-15 14:31:24 · answer #6 · answered by Julie N 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all CONGRATS!!!. you are being normal. If you were able to tell your friends and family you would be able to enjoy it more. I understand how it is to be cautious. Take alot of rest, drink alot of fluids, water juice and milk, and hang in there. if anything try to find someone in your area to chat with or even another expectant mother in the around the same weeks as you are and chat with her every other day. this will help you be able to talk to someone who is going through it and take some of the pressure off of hubby. Good luck, and dont worry everything will be ok.
2006-11-15 14:15:54 · answer #7 · answered by Tasha 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Man, I feel like that half the time and I'm not even pregnant. At least you have an excuse!
2006-11-15 14:18:44 · answer #8 · answered by Phoenix, Wise Guru 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
totally normal, i felt like crap up until about 11 weeks. now at 15 weeks, i'm loving being pregnant now.
2006-11-15 14:12:37 · answer #9 · answered by TN girl 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
just nibble on soda crackers for the nausea and get some exercise like walking..nothing strenuous..
2006-11-15 14:13:05 · answer #10 · answered by debbiedamnimgood 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋