I know, that's a weird title. But I practically feel weird for not wishing away the final weeks of pregnancy. I haven't gained a ton of weight, I'm not particularly uncomfortable other than a couple of minor problems (nerve pinching, muscle spasms, and continually running to the bathroom) and frankly, I'm enjoying getting sleep before the baby comes! I've loved being pregnant this time around.

I love and want this baby, but I have a very realistic appraisal of what life is like with a newborn and I'm enjoying the easy one child season before havoc breaks loose, lol.

It's funny though, because it seems like when people talk to me about my pregnancy they assume that I must be terribly uncomfortable and ready to get things over with.

I still have to make a list of things to finish before the baby comes, and I hope that he/she isn't too much of an early bird, so I can actually finish the list.

I kind of feel different, because it seems that the norm is to want to get pregnancy over with at this stage of the game. Will I get that way toward the end or is it normal to never get the "I want to get this baby out right now and can't stand being pregnant another minute" feeling? :)

Awww that is a great place to be Ruth! I remember being uncomfortable towards 38 weeks but each pregnancy was so different with different expectations because of which number baby it was.

Rejoice in your joy and comfort and don't question it! Just enjoy the peace the Lord is giving you before he/she is born that is such a gift and so good for you and baby.

Yes taking this time to simply enjoy Hannah is wonderful, roles change soon and this is special and bonding for her I am sure. One on one time with mom and dad is what my kids cherish the most, coloring, cutting, pasting, reading, snuggles....

You will be such a good mom to 2 Ruth. I am so happy you are in such a good place.

God is good isn't he!

I've not been really impatient about my new arrivals either Ruth. I have pretty "easy" pregnancies for the most part. I guess with G and A I got a little anxious at the very very end simply because they came weeks after their edd. I do remember people assuming I was ready to get it over with and have the baby months before they arrived though, LOL. When actually with G I was praying to God that she'd stay put as long as possible!

I know, that's a weird title. But I practically feel weird for not wishing away the final weeks of pregnancy. I haven't gained a ton of weight, I'm not particularly uncomfortable other than a couple of minor problems (nerve pinching, muscle spasms, and continually running to the bathroom) and frankly, I'm enjoying getting sleep before the baby comes! I've loved being pregnant this time around.

I love and want this baby, but I have a very realistic appraisal of what life is like with a newborn and I'm enjoying the easy one child season before havoc breaks loose, lol.

It's funny though, because it seems like when people talk to me about my pregnancy they assume that I must be terribly uncomfortable and ready to get things over with.

I still have to make a list of things to finish before the baby comes, and I hope that he/she isn't too much of an early bird, so I can actually finish the list.

I kind of feel different, because it seems that the norm is to want to get pregnancy over with at this stage of the game. Will I get that way toward the end or is it normal to never get the "I want to get this baby out right now and can't stand being pregnant another minute" feeling? :)


I don't know that you will get that way, gal~ As uncomfortable as I was... I never had a good solid, "I want this baby out", feeling... it came and went... usually because of a visit to my midwives and them saying I was going to have to be induced. Ugh. But... I loooove being pregnant... *LOVE* it... and a lot of women think that's just really weird~ :) Pregnancy, especially the END of pregnancy, is just so miraculous and wonderful! To me it was so exciting to get down to the wire and be wondering, "When will the Lord make this baby come?" I loved reading your post and so understand all that you're saying! ::hugs:: Gal~ :)

I'm glad you are that comfortable and content, Ruth! I think every pregnancy/person is so unique in this, ya know?! I never reached that "get this thing out of me" point but I did reach the "I just want to MEET him" point. LOL. In fact, when my water broke I was in a dead sleep, the first thought I had was total excitement.

I'd say, in general, most people reach that point so they expect you to as well. Enjoy every second of it and enjoy this special time with Hannah! :mrgreen:

... or is it normal to never get the "I want to get this baby out right now and can't stand being pregnant another minute" feeling? :)

Ha...I'm sure that is normal. I mean, why change something that is going so well, right?
I don't think I ever felt like "wanting the baby out right now". I enjoyed pregnancy SO much and I didn't want it to be over. But of course thrilled when he was here! :)

God has blessed you with an amazing pregnancy and it's understandable why you don't have that "urgency" for the next stage. That is great you are feeling so well this close to your due date.

Personally, I could have stayed pregnant another 9 months, mine was so much fun and enjoyable. I never felt uncomortable and never felt "ready" for it to end. It's an amazing miracle!

Thanks ladies! It's good to know that I'm not the only one who enjoys pregnancy...hehe. :)

Glad you're enjoying things, Ruth! I was that same way for both my kids. Got more tired as I was in the final weeks, but mostly ok...Looking forward to pics of you holding your little one soon!!