i am a little over 4 months pregnant and i really want to start getting stuff ready, i do NOT want to wait till the last minute and if i wait another 4 months i wont feel like doing it. We have a playplen/bassenet that i already put up (just to mostly get rid of the box) but my boyfriend keeps nagging on me to take it down because its way to soon. Am i rushing it, or is this normal?
thanks for any advice
2007-02-25 02:59:57 · 25 answers · asked by Weeble 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
I have friends who aren't even pregnant yet who have the whole nursery set up. No, you aren't too early and yes, this is normal.
You're better off doing it now, if you wait til later, you're right, you won't feel like it and if you wait til after the baby is born you won't have time.
2007-02-25 03:03:14 · answer #1 · answered by heart o' gold 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are healthy and expect a normal pregnancy, then go ahead and start planning. Don't go TOO overboard - for example, I really don't think you need the playpen yet. I don't believe I put up a playpen until my girls were around 4 months old and actually I never really used one. (But that again depends on your baby and situation). Also remember you may be having baby showers where you could receive some of the nicer items you really need when the time comes. I don't see any problem with getting a few "generic" items like a few boxes of diapers, wipes, set of crib sheets, decorate the room. Around 6 months I'd start the real organizing and planning. Just my opinion. GOOD LUCK!
2007-02-25 11:07:17 · answer #2 · answered by lou53053 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Everyone gets ready in their own way. I personally think it is a little soon to have it up. It will take about 5 min. when the baby comes and your boyfriend can do it. I know that it is all exciting but if you are itching to prepare why not go regester at a baby store. This way you can see everything you like, pick it all out and still give people who want to send you a gift a chance to buy something you want. As for not wanting to do it in 4 months you are soooo wrong! Nesting sets in and all you want to do is get ready. It is all part of pregnancy. So relax for now. You will have plenty of energy closer to the time!
2007-02-25 11:11:57 · answer #3 · answered by princess_becca25 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No you're not rushing it all. In fact you seem to be right at the right stage in your pregnancy to want to do things a little early anyways. (Wait 'til you start nesting!) Besides being early means being prepared. What helped me the most with my second child (since you're supposed to only have one baby shower and I got that with my first) was that I made a list of things I needed and wanted and the things that needed to be done. I got everything down from rubbing alcohol all the way to which carseat/stroller combo I wanted. I divided all the tasks into what weeks/months so it wouldn't be so stressful. Then I started around my 4th month by going to my favorite store(s) and fell in love with the layaway plan! LOL Trust me-when you're about 7 months pregnant it'll be like Christmas all over again and by your 8th month you'll be SO thankful (and proud!) that you did stuff early!!! BTW...Congratulations!!!
2007-02-25 11:14:08 · answer #4 · answered by mz_criztale 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
We waited until we got out taxes back to buy stuff..But that was just because I was afraid no one would send me anything or buy me anything off of my registry...boy, was I wrong! I have alot of the same thing now and I was due yesterday and still looking at all the stuff and trying to figure out what I should do with it all!!! It is normal to want to get stuff and there is nothing wrong with it. I wish I could have started getting stuff that early but my husband wanted to wait (he is always right) (seriously)! If you have the stuff up that long you are bound to go crazy. I waited till I was 31 weeks to paint the nursery and 36 and 37 weeks to start buying everything. You should tell him to be hapy and not worry about it....unless it is all in the way!
2007-02-25 11:41:07 · answer #5 · answered by MyOpinionMatters 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not too early to start picking up things for the baby, especially things that cost a little more. When you can get something at a good price, you might as well grab it well you can. I have been collecting since late summer, and now everything is sitting here ready to go. And my stress level is down because I don't have to worry about anything!
2007-02-25 11:06:15 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, it is normal. There is a lot of stuff to get and you are smart to begin doing so while you have the mobility and comfort! Keep up the good work, God bless you and Congratulations on your new one. It is such a wonderful and exciting time! My tip to you would be not to buy too, too much in the newborn sizes in case you have a bigger baby. Go for more 0-3 months and bigger sizes. They grow so fast. My baby was big (10 lbs. 9 oz), bigger than many babies, and she couldn't use half of her newborn stuff, even diapers. Be sure to get the HUGE box of diapers from Walmart or Costco to cut down on runs to the store. Have fun!
2007-02-25 11:04:40 · answer #7 · answered by Sleek 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't think that it is too soon for you because in a couple of months you will NOT feel like doing anything. However you should be concerned about your boyfriend's attitude. Is he in denial or what. Whether you take it down or not, it still has to be put up. He need to back off and leave you alone. What ever you feel is right do it. There is no right or wrong way in doing things. Good Luck.
2007-02-25 11:04:29 · answer #8 · answered by Jen 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If this is your first - you are smart and prepared. If you
are having a baby shower you should register at stores and
you might be able to get big things from family members
like the crib, changing table, playpen. This is normal but I just waited until my baby shower(s). My son's are the only grandchildren on both sides so it was never necessary (and still is not) for me to buy anything for my sons. I had one really big baby shower with my first son. I had two baby showers (work / friends&family) with my second and third son. Before you buy to much keep in mind you might have a baby shower. You should just stock up on diapers.
2007-02-25 11:06:13 · answer #9 · answered by georgia_peach 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If this is your first, then no it is not too late. But one thing that you need to keep in mind is that you will have to clean and rewash before the baby comes. Since it will be sitting out for 5 more months, it is good to wait on some things. You have to think about dust settling on the bassenette and other things that they baby will have sontact with.
2007-02-25 11:11:47 · answer #10 · answered by mga1550 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋