Third Trimester Misery

[PreggersWithBaby2]

If I'm honest I've been fairly miserable this entire pregnancy in comparison to my first pregnancy. It has gone a lot harder on my body in terms of aches, pains and discomfort. I'm into my third trimester now and I am miserable! I'm uncomfortable, my bump feels huge and stretched to capacity (although doesn't look big), I'm absolutely exhausted...

No idea what I'm asking or expecting from this thread, maybe just some sympathy from others feeling the same way? I'm starting to freak out because people have been talking about how hard having 2 children is, and I'm already exhausted and miserable and it hasn't even begun!

Oh lovely we've all been there. I always thought the last trimester was the worst because you've spent 6 months getting progressively bigger and more tired and though you're in the home stretch as it were, it still feels sooo loooong😅 I've only got one so dont know what dealing with 2 is like but you'll get through it because that's what moms do don't they😊 take as much time as you can for yourself at moment, when your other little one is in bed and relax as much as possible. Before you know it you'll be so elated with your newborn you won't fully remember what getting there was like

Hi OP just sending some solidarity, right there with you! I'm 31 weeks with baby number two and so done with being pregnant (but equally terrified of giving birth again!!). I feel huge, like I've no more room to grow, insomnia is hitting hard, I'm achy, breathless, exhausted... the list goes on and on!! And yes on the fear of managing two children!! Our DD is three and very much entering a 'threenager' stage - just in time for the arrival of her sibling!! 🙈🙈

I feel like I am reading a comment I've written myself reading this!!! Soooo done with being pregnant but so terrified of the birth and what's to come after! 😭😭

Hi - solidarity OP. I’m 39w with a recently nap avoidant stroppy two year old, it’s so hard! Pregnancy with parenting toddler tiredness is like nothing on earth. I’ve found this pregnancy much harder (definitely cemented my decision that it’s my last!) it’ll be hard with a newborn again but at least it’s shared with a partner (hopefully) whereas pregnancy is just you on your own. We’ll get there 🤞🏻

@PreggersWithBaby2 I think I'm worse this time around as I know what's to come!! 🙈 It's so good to hear others are feeling the same - not that I'd want anyone to feel this way!

Just take each day as it comes. You'll deal with it when the baby comes. It's hard but more stressful at the point you're at where you're imagining how it will be but can't do anything about it. All you can control is the here and now.

I'm 34 weeks today and feel you! I have a 12 year old who's pretty self sufficient so hats off to you all with younger ones to take care of too, I honestly don't know how you do it!

I got married 3 weeks ago, move house in 3 weeks then fingers crossed 3 weeks after baby boy arrives. I've had so much going on, constantly exhausted, can't sleep, constant heartburn, back ache etc

Due date can't come quick enough!

I can sympathise OP! Currently 38 weeks pregnant with a 3 and 5 year old in tow, safe to say I’m bloody exhausted and quite fed up. I think what helps me is looking forward to every amazing moment to come once baby is here - seeing my kids interact with him, having newborn cuddles again, the newborn smell (!) and growing my family by one more amazing little human. You’re almost there - keep going 🙏🏽

Thanks for all the comments. It helps to feel I'm not the only one. I've 4 people in my close circle that are pregnant and none of them are feeling as awful as I am! Thought it was just me. I'm finishing work so hopefully that will help things!

Joining!

31 weeks too and have a 3 year old. Exhausted, achey, heavy and insomnia is unreal. Got a planned section booked (had planned section with my son) and I now know what to expect which terrifies me more (although the experience was positive I just have flash backs to major surgery). I'm so done with pregnancy but of course want my baby girl to stay put and keep growing strong! Sending love as I totally feel you. I'm nervous about juggling two kiddies too! I was walking son to pre school today and he ran into the road and I thought "omg how will I cope keeping hold of him and a new born!" Lots of scenarios going through my mind 🤦🏻‍♀️🤦🏻‍♀️