I am expecting my first child and I am not very good at being patient. Does any one have any advice on how not to go crazy in these last few weeks, I have about 8 to go unfortunately? I am also nesting and driving everyone around me nuts, including myself.
2007-02-09 07:19:51 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
lol just relax and do what you need to do. B/c when that baby comes... there is no more you time honey. Just do some hobbies you want to finish up, clean, take a vacation, go shopping, don't worry about the baby and how close it is. before you know it you will be in labor going. omg its time already.... If you want get your hospital bag ready now... pick out your babies outfit, make sure you pack all the essentials, don't forget toothbrush, toothpaste, deodarant. Go find you a great gown to wear instead of the hospital one, find some nice cozy slippers... just have fun and relax dear. Enjoy one day at a time... goodluck
2007-02-09 07:45:04 · answer #1 · answered by sleepyincarolina 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Im the same way. I have two weeks left. I am not a patient person at all. I did the nesting thing. Shopping decorating babys room. I packed mine and her bag. I even charged the breast pump. There really is nothing we can do but wait. They say get all the sleep u can. yeah right. I cannot find a comfertable position and no sooner than I get to sleep. My little one decides shes had enough. Its frustrating but hang in there. It will pass.
2007-02-09 15:31:04 · answer #2 · answered by Mom to Isobelle 2, & Gavyn 8mths 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sorry to hear. All 4 of my pregnancies were miserable because I had morning sickness all the time! Crackers and ginger capsules helped. No energy didn't help matters either. I had to pace myself and assure that I rested frequently. And the emotions running wild was unbelievable. It does get better with time. After I had my babies I was ecstatic and at the same time depressed. I eventually got over. The responsibility a baby brings takes time to get used to especially with your first child. But there is no greater joy than having and loving your baby. Congratulations. And know you will feel better soon. That baby will make you not forget the discomforts but make you want to do it all over again. Lol. Is funny after I had my first I said "Never again" I had her naturally. That was 23 years ago and 3 children later I still would do it all over again.
2007-02-09 15:34:51 · answer #3 · answered by bountyhunter101 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Patience come with a great gift at the end. Enjoy your peaceful time alone now. I have 8 weeks to go and honey I have 3 already. I do however see where your coming from because I was like that with my first. Well stay busy the time will go by faster. Good luck!
2007-02-09 15:27:42 · answer #4 · answered by missingNYC 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It will go quicker than you think. Just hang in there. Call a friend and chat for awhile.. My youngest son is 10 months old and man did I drive all of us nuts the last few weeks! It's normal. You are to the point where you are physically and mentally ready for the baby to be here.
Congratulations!
2007-02-09 15:25:19 · answer #5 · answered by Stefbear 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do or finish some projects that you have been putting off. Clean,organize or catch up on some reading. Trust me, you won't have time later. You'll be up and down all night. You wont be able to go right back to sleep and by the the time you do it'll be feeding time again. This will go on probably for about a year unless you get lucky.
2007-02-09 15:43:11 · answer #6 · answered by cinnycinda 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My sympathies...when I got to where you are now I thought I would never give birth, I was so tired of being pregnant. I think making sure that you have everything for the baby, and getting lots of sleep should help pass the time. Good luck to you.
2007-02-09 15:28:21 · answer #7 · answered by Lepke 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just try to be patient. If you are a crafty person then try to do some crafts. Do something that keeps you busy and keeps your mind off of the pregnancy. Hang in there and congrat's on baby
2007-02-09 15:31:51 · answer #8 · answered by tweety 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Volunteer your time, maybe helping pregnant teens; or do whatever you think is a good cause. This will be your last chance to volunteer for awhile and at least you will be doing something good with your time.
Mind you at 40 weeks I went to bed saying "Please god just one more month, I'm not ready". So maybe I am the wrong person to answer this question. (BTW he came at 41 weeks and 1 day)
2007-02-09 15:45:21 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you already decorated the room? That is always fun too do..
You could have an outing with your partner. Enjoy these last weeks because it will be so hectic and there will never be time to go out together. (Assuming your partner is with you.)
Go out to dinner, or a park have a picnic. Fresh air always helps
2007-02-09 15:23:30 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋