[katiebear]

I really don't mean this to sound bad, because I know how lucky I am to be able to have babies (healthy ones at that!) and carry them to term, which makes me feel guilty for feeling this way cause I know so many women who can't...
But omg I just want to fast forward to August now. My back is in a constant state of pain, the charlie horses in the morning are horrendous and equally bad is the "beaten with a baseball bat" feeling my calves have for the day or two afterwards... now my belly is feeling heavy and somewhat painful. DH is currently in the basement with his dad and I almost had to text him to help me get out of bed just to help me get up so I could go to the bathroom because literally every inch of my body hurts tonight. I'm not "ready to be done" in the sense that I want to risk her health and well being and have her be born now... I mean I had that scare last week and ended up in L and D and went on bed rest for 5 days and was worried sick she was gonna be an early baby... but if I had a fast forward to August option I feel like I would take it right now. I don't understand why this pregnancy is so much more painful than what I ever had to deal with when I was expecting my son. But I just want to stop hurting/ being in pain. But of course if I say that to someone, I get the judgemental stares and snide remarks about how it's too soon and I'm not putting my child first. It's not like that. I understand full well that I'm enduring all of this for her, to make sure she stays healthy and arrives on time- not early. I just want to be able to get up to pee again without crying from the pain. I know I am supposed to enjoy pregnancy, cherish it, love every minute... but sometimes, like tonight, it is really hard to do that.
Okay, ending my pity party post. Sorry to sound so negative, but it does feel good to actually say that and not feel like I'm getting judged for it.

[tryingfornumber1]

Amen! I completely agree.

[1fabulousfem]

Ummm, I think what you're feeling is totally normal. I have aches and pains and the newest thing is knee pain! I'm not quite sure where this came out of but I'm guessing it's because of the weight of my uterus. I call David every two minutes for help. LOL!
I have trouble sleeping at night. I snore and no matter what I do, my feet are swollen amd painful.
This morning my stomach feels super tight again. I could feel the stretching from one side to the other right in the middle of my stomach.
You're definitely not alone. Although I just love the feeling of my little boy in there, I'll be so happy when he's finally in my arms.
Hang in there!!!

[Mountain~Mama]

Pregnancy can be really hard. It's a pretty amazing thing our bodies go through but that doesn't mean it's simple or without pain and discomfort.

I hope these last few weeks go fast for you and you are feeling better soon.

[Mod-Lady Valkyrie]

It's just that stage of pregnancy sweetie. I think when they say that every pregnancy is different, that's bob on, too. I've had a lot more pain and discomfort with this baby than I had with my son, from all-day every-day nausea which never went away after 12 weeks, to soreness and aches in my hip and tummy if I've been on my feet too long, which I ended up with yesterday. We're on the home straight now. We'll have our babies in our arms before we know it.

[TuckrLeesMommy]

No I agree!! I'm so sore and tired. I want my boy healthy but I can't stand the pain sometimes!!! Im still looking for the fast forward button tho so if you find it let me know!!!

[junie22]

August really isn't that far away. And you have a lot of empathetic ears here.

[georgiabrit]

Yes we are all with you, no judgement or disbelief here! I'm very grateful for that too I can't wait for my little girl to arrive so i can start reclaiming my body!! I do love being pregnant, and I know i'll miss it afterwards, but for right now, i'm ready for the next step!

[Pinkhighheels27]

Yes, I totally agree! I keep telling myself....2 more months...just 2 months!

My pain/exhaustion just started out of nowhere last week. I haven't even been dealing with it very long and I'm ready to be done!

[afwifey09]

Amen!! I would LOVE a fast forward button too! I'm grateful to be pregnant, but I can say I hate almost everything about pregnancy, but I know in two months I wont even remember feeling this way.

[MosaicWife]

Totally normal to feel that way. Pregnancy is freaking hard! You start out puking, not pooping, and falling asleep standing up then move on to peeing on yourself and burping fireballs constantly, by the end you can't breath, you walk funny and your hips and back hurt constantly, and you're still peeing on yourself. It's no fun. No judgement here. I only judge women who take it to the next level and actively TRY to force the baby out way too early. But I think complaining about pregnancy is just par for the course. We earned the right to complain.

[Jessimaaka]

Just wanted to offer hugs. The end is in sight!

[K.A.T]

Pregnancy is wonderful but also painful. I'm jealous, and frankly don't really understand, those who say they love every minute of it. I have my moments when I love it then I have my moments where I hate it. Totally normal to want to hit a fast forward button.

[magz88]

You have every right to complain!

[HippieLove]

Originally Posted by MosaicWife

Totally normal to feel that way. Pregnancy is freaking hard! You start out puking, not pooping, and falling asleep standing up then move on to peeing on yourself and burping fireballs constantly, by the end you can't breath, you walk funny and your hips and back hurt constantly, and you're still peeing on yourself. It's no fun. No judgement here. I only judge women who take it to the next level and actively TRY to force the baby out way too early. But I think complaining about pregnancy is just par for the course. We earned the right to complain.

This, *hugs*

yeah, just last night my back and belly were all in pain. and yes, i felt guilty about how much i complain about the aches and pains because this may be my last pregnancy. but we don't have much longer to go. i wish there was a fast forward button too. i'm actually really happy you posted this topic because i was feeling exactly the same way as you were, thinking there was something wrong with me. haha.

[2pinks&ablue]

I think most of us are right there with you!

[Jenn1320]

Yep, beginning to feel that way myself. My belly is starting to itch like crazy, constantly, no matter how much lotion I use. That is my current gripe.