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To ask - Any tips for being 7 months pregnant at Xmas?

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LBirch02 · 28/08/2021 19:42

I’ll be nearly 7 months pregnant this coming Xmas - is there anything you would say to help me get through it ? Or is it just like normal. Obviously I won’t drink. I’m sure I’ll see a lot of OH ‘s family who I love - they’re a large family so think many siblings /nephews and nieces. - my hormones are making me broody atm so I’ll need to stay away from the babies in the family. But seriously, am I likely to find Xmas much more tiring, etc?

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KitKatKong · 28/08/2021 22:15

I was 6 months pregnant last Christmas. Make sure you rest, don't overcommit to plans and get in lots of nice treats as an alcohol alternative. We went to a local cheese shop and got a board of delicious pasteurised cheese. Remember future Christmas holidays will never be the same so enjoy and treasure the memories.

Derbee · 28/08/2021 22:26

Sorry, I voted YABU. I too will be 6 months pregnant at Christmas and haven’t even thought about it until this thread.

Overthinking and a bit strange tbh

Saoirse82 · 28/08/2021 22:32

Some posters being a little harsh OP, it's usually the same names that crop up that get a real kick out of being mean on here, take no notice!
You don't need any tips on how to get through Xmas at 7 months, you're obviously in your first trimester now so you're much likely to be feeling more like yourself at 7 months pregnant. You might be suffering from heartburn, or worse - piles (fucking grim), and be more tired than usual though. I'm currently 7 months and feeling grand most of the time, I do have my moments though. Congratulations on your pregnancy, it's OK to be excited about it.

aaaaah · 28/08/2021 22:33

Maybe keep an eye out for a Christmas jumper if you like them as they are hard to get maternity ones

TSSDNCOP · 28/08/2021 22:36

Are you Mary? If not, it's just a day with decorations, nice good and presents.

AJ1425 · 29/08/2021 00:17

I gave birth on Christmas day, it was fine. I'm sure you'll manage.

BastardMonkfish · 29/08/2021 00:25

@Catfox1

I’m going to be 7 months pregnant at Christmas and I have it all planned.

I’m not seeing anyone. I’m eating a fuck tonne of pigs in blankets until my husband has to roll my fat ass to bed.

This sounds amazing!! Although you never know - I'm a big fat lazy lump at the best of times and I inexplicably took up open water swimming in the third trimester and continued until I had to go for my covid swab before going into have my baby!

BastardMonkfish · 29/08/2021 00:26

@QueenLagertha

C'mon ladies no need to be so harsh. OP is just excited

Hahaha

Newmumatlast · 29/08/2021 00:29

@SmidgenofaPigeon

It’ll be Christmas.

You’ll be pregnant.

That’s kind of it.

Absolutely this.

Planty13 · 29/08/2021 00:30

Really!?

MrsDThomas · 29/08/2021 07:27

What on earth is there to worry about?

Jangle33 · 29/08/2021 07:40

This cannot be a serious question.

Focus on being healthy and crossing your fingers for a safe pregnancy there is a long way to go.

Incywinceyspider · 29/08/2021 07:56

Jesus people are being harsh. OP is pregnant and excited. Not a crime the last time I checked.

OP I will also be 7 months pregnant (pretty much exactly) at Christmas. It's my second baby so I'm not quite in the same place as you. I spend most of my time toddler wrangling so this pregnancy has been very different!

My first advice is don't try to find a decent alcohol free wine. It doesn't exist.
And try to wrap at a table rather than on the floor. Your back will thank you!
By 7 months last time I was already the size of a house and couldn't walk huge distances. So online shopping is your friend.
Other than that, buy a good pregnancy related christmas jumper and prepare to become a pig in a blanket.

Finally, and most importantly, post in pregnancy or Christmas forums. AIBU is not a friendly place.

dayswithaY · 29/08/2021 08:04

I was once in labour on Christmas Day - that was fun.

Just make sure you buy your presents early, no other advice needed.

RuggerHug · 29/08/2021 08:12

Good for you. But hosting for 30 when you don't want to is different.

Sceptre86 · 29/08/2021 08:21

The post is a bit silly that's why you have had the responses you have had. Yes you will be more tired if you are doing the hosting, cooking , cleaning on xmas day so don't. Otherwise if you are attending your parents or at your inlaws I don't see that you would be, you can still offer to help just sit down and put your feet up when you need to. Presuming you would be with close family I doubt they would have issues if you fell asleep on the sofa or needed a nap.

As for getting xmas presents ready, order them online and wrap them ahead of time or get your partner to do it. There isn't a specific reason you shouldn't enjoy the day because you are pregnant other than maybe not drinking but it's only one day.

Threearm · 29/08/2021 08:29

Eat ALL the food.

That's about it.

lifehappened · 29/08/2021 08:29

All the people being such bitches if you've read all her others posts and are so obsessed you would know she's had a very hard life so I would have thought you may be nicer! Oh my bad, this isn't the place for kind people is it. After growing up in a shitty home she's a little overexcited and you guys just wanna kick her down! Such lovely people.

RuggerHug · 29/08/2021 08:31

@RuggerHug

Good for you. But hosting for 30 when you don't want to is different.

Sorry that was a reply to milkbottlelegs

Booksandwine80 · 29/08/2021 08:38

Put your feet up, get everyone to wait on you.

That’s about it

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LBirch02 · 29/08/2021 08:40

Sorry I’ve not responded earlier - was out last night. Thanks to everyone who’s given some good tips/advice. The broody thing was meant to be a bit lighthearted really - I’ve doted on my boyfriend’s nephew since he was born earlier this year and a month or so ago when I suggested to OH that we look after him for the afternoon he replied “You won’t want to give him back - you’ll want to keep him!” Which is admittedly true. but then everyone would want to keep him - he’s so cute! Yes I’m very excited- was a bit surprised when I found out I was pregnant but we’re both thrilled none the less!

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lyntheyresexpeople · 29/08/2021 08:42

Why would you need to avoid babies due to being broody? You're already pregnant - this makes no sense 😂
I was also 7 months pregnant at Christmas, and it was exactly the same as not being 7 months pregnant at Christmas.

Makingnumber2 · 29/08/2021 08:45

I’ll be 39+5 on Christmas Day and will not be travelling further than 10mins drive to my parents for Xmas lunch and plan on spending the day on the sofa with my legs crossed to ensure baby doesn’t arrive on Xmas day whilst watching my 3yo unwrap presents and be excited.

BatShitBitchChops · 29/08/2021 08:45

I've been almost 3 months pregnant at Christmas and it was much less fun than the time I had a 2 week old baby at Christmas. When I had the baby I got to do more sitting and eating 😁. We hadn't told anyone when I was 10 weeks along and I had to wear a baggy jumper and try not to throw up around the in laws. Being 7 months along will be fine, it's just another day, and another roast dinner. Bonus awesome puddings though.

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LBirch02 · 29/08/2021 08:45

lyntheyresexpeople because I adore my boyfriend’s nephew and want to spent all my time cuddling him

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