Re: Overall, do you think pregnancy is worse or better than you expected?

For me, much much worse. This PG was 100% planned, and--although I've always wanted a baby--I've never had the desire to be pregnant. Not a fan, but excited for the outcome!

Re: Overall, do you think pregnancy is worse or better than you expected?

In retrospect, my first pregnancy was really easy. This pregnancy sucks. I go to bed exhausted at 10 and I'm wide awake at 12, 12:30. My legs are so restless at night I can't get comfortable. And, just this week, it feels like my vag is sore. Awesome.

I'm so ready to not be pregnant and to never be pregnant again.

Re: Overall, do you think pregnancy is worse or better than you expected?

It's way better than I expected. I was so lucky to not experience any morning sickness (I was TERRIFIED of this) and have felt pretty great so far. I'm just past 28w today.

Re: Overall, do you think pregnancy is worse or better than you expected?

Much worse... I thought after the 1st tri I would feel great but that hasnt been the case. While I do feel better than I did during the 2nd tri - I cant wait to just have my

Re: Overall, do you think pregnancy is worse or better than you expected?

Better than I expected so far.

Re: Overall, do you think pregnancy is worse or better than you expected?

I love being pregnant, and comparatively, I've had a smooth experience......particularly the first trimester.

Now, as I approach the third trimester (next week), I'm thoroughly disappointed that I haven't held up as well as I would have liked. I've always been a trooper....managing to enjoy life in all circumstances. But since Christmas, I've been in physical therapy 3x a week for back/hip/feet issues - and it's really sucked the life out of me. Obviously, I knew a LO would change my quality of life drastically.......but I didn't expect my body to completely fail me.

That said..... is healthy, and that's really all that matters to me!

Re: Overall, do you think pregnancy is worse or better than you expected?

MUCH worse. With DS #1 I had a decent pregnancy and was hoping the same for this, but it has been pretty terrible. I have other health issues that complicated it on top of the normal pregnancy pains, etc. The heartburn is really relentless. I know it's all worth it, just can't wait for this baby t come out!

Re: Overall, do you think pregnancy is worse or better than you expected?

Re: Overall, do you think pregnancy is worse or better than you expected?

I don't know. I knew it could be bad. My mom was sick all 9 months. So far this first trimester has been tough. I'm exhausted beyond belief, throwing up every day, constipated, heartburn, etc.

But it's an amazing feeling knowing there is a life growing inside of me!

I hope the second trimester will be better. I know I dont have it as bad as some, but definitely not an easy pregnancy like some have with no syptoms.

Re: Overall, do you think pregnancy is worse or better than you expected?

Posted by Bearcat

So far, it's worse than I expected. I just feel like crap, constantly. And I feel guilty for hating that I feel like crap. And I'm so moody that I'm even driving myself nuts (not to mention poor DH). I really hope it gets better soon.

Re: Overall, do you think pregnancy is worse or better than you expected?

Overerall, much better. I never got sick, was only a little tired the first half of my first tri, and most of the time feel completely normal...which psychologically messes with me, because I worry that something is wrong with the baby, but every dr's appointment has always had positive results. I've had stupid little issues throughout the pregnancy, but nothing that would cause a major health risk, just more agita on my part. So overall, I think I could do this another 2 or 3 times if I had to

Re: Overall, do you think pregnancy is worse or better than you expected?

I absolutly LOVED being pregnant. I felt beautiful and enjoyed almost everything... even some of the annoying stuff.

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Posted by jax1

Posted by Bearcat

So far, it's worse than I expected. I just feel like crap, constantly. And I feel guilty for hating that I feel like crap. And I'm so moody that I'm even driving myself nuts (not to mention poor DH). I really hope it gets better soon.

First trimester is hard! I hate complaining because I feel so blessed to have gotten pregnant so quick and that this baby is sticking and growing and doing well. But the throwing up and feeling exhausted constantly BLOWS!!!

I hope it gets better for you!

Re: Overall, do you think pregnancy is worse or better than you expected?

My first pregnancy with DS was amazing I loved loved loved being pregnant! This pregnancy is totally kicking my tush!

Re: Overall, do you think pregnancy is worse or better than you expected?

With DS I don't remember it being too bad until the 3rd tri when the contractions started at 28 weeks and the 2 hernias popped out. This time around, I feel terrible a lot of the time, I'm tired, cranky, indigestion already started, hernias just popped out... I'm miserable this time around and just can't wait for this baby to be out