The Sarcastic Journalist is a freelance writer and mother of two living near Houston, Texas. She has a degree in journalism and an addiction to magazines. She is hoping never to experience the "joy" of pregnancy again. You can find much more of her home-grown snark at: shenuts.com
In addition to recounting 40 not-so-glowing but hilarious weeks of her pregnancy for our pregnancy calendar the Sarcastic Journalist used her sarcasm super-powers to help make our new edgy sarcastic pregnancy tickers. Check 'em out!
Week 36 : Are we there yet?
If you’ve paid attention to any pregnancy books, you’ll read that most babies are born between 36 and 41 weeks. You’ve heard that, haven’t you?
I swear, it seems to me that every woman, especially first time moms, think that their baby is going to come at 36 weeks. Here’s a hint: Most likely, it won’t.
I know, I know. I’m a mean person. How could I tell you that your baby isn’t going to come today? You know you’re thinking that.
Wait- what was that twinge- is that labor? Ooh, maybe it was labor? Could it be labor?
No.
I know it’s hard to hear that, but the sooner that you learn to accept the cold hard truth that early labors happen to “other people,” the sooner you can get on with the rest of your pregnancy. Worrying about whether or not today will be the day isn’t going to make the baby come any faster. Trust me, I’ve tried.
You’ve been looking in the mirror and you’ve wondered how you could possibly get any bigger. There’s no room for the baby in there! You just KNOW you have to go into labor early.
Unfortunately, your body has other plans. It plans on keeping that baby in there forever!
Think of it this way: Would you rather have the baby stay “longer” now, when it is a fetus in your belly, or move back in after college? At least now, if the baby is in your belly, people will feel sorry for you and bring ice cream and cake. When the kid moves in after college? They’ll just gossip behind your back and call you a bad parent.
Staying pregnant for a few more weeks is totally worth it.
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that was amazing and so true. i guess i never looked at it that way....i'm on my fifth and totally wishing that this little girl hurrys up and come out. at 36,37 weeks it begins to become unbearable. and forget what people say about you should be used to it. my behind!
Comment on 10th Oct '06 @ 6:08 pmThis comment is 1
Well, I know that its the harsh reality, but why dont you go BACK to being pregnant again, get to 37 weeks, and then read this article of yours. How catty of you. I'm already irritable, and reading things like this just sends me over the edge. I hope you have FIVE more kids.
Comment on 13th Oct '06 @ 1:28 pmThis comment is 1
im with jen and actually i may dont have to wait any longer i will be getting induced know why..beacause all of the articles on how much a baby "should weigh" are waaaay off im 36 weeks with an alomost 8.5 lb baby...its time for him to get evicted its not fun in the end! and its not my 1st child
Comment on 22nd Oct '06 @ 11:47 pmThis comment is 1
I agree with Jen and Nay. I am 33 weeks today, and with seven weeks to go (technically). I am already so irritable and I don't know how I will make it for the next few weeks. She is due on 12/28/06, but I want her to come at 37 weeks (when I know she is full term) to relieve me. This is my third and last child, and it seems like it gets harder each time. I am very petite, so being 33 weeks is like being 36 weeks for me. All kinds of aches and pains, and NO SLEEP. My first son was born at 38 weeks, and my second son at 40 weeks, and I look back and wonder how did I make it with them. I just can't wait to get this over with and hold my precious daughter. It is all worth it in the end when you see their angelic faces.
Comment on 9th Nov '06 @ 12:28 pmThis comment is 1
Hey Jen, just because of that, I'm going to go and have twelve more babies. I've been through this twice already, thank you very much, including going past my due date.
Doing what is best for the baby isn't always the most fun.
Comment on 9th Nov '06 @ 8:53 pmThis comment is 1
Arrrrrrgggggggghhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!!!! ;o)
Comment on 17th Nov '06 @ 10:59 amThis comment is 1
I just have to say I love your style. I look forward to reading your articles each week. And how true it all is! I wish I had found this site for my first pregnancy. Keep up the good work!
Comment on 19th Nov '06 @ 11:00 pmThis comment is 1
im 36 weeks and ready!!! My son is Due on Dec 30th and im hoping he will come out at least a week b4 Christmas. Its my first child so i am a little nervous but im def ready to evict him and get my body back! I cant wait to see what he will look like!
Comment on 25th Nov '06 @ 10:27 pmThis comment is 1
Reading that article just puts you back into reality. It's best for baby to stay put as long as it can. I am 36 weeks in my second preg. and I agree it is hard to read, but true.
My son came 2 and a half weeks early, so, of course I am anxious now that we have reached 36 wk. Last time, I was very comfortable and not expecting anything....my water simply broke and I went to hospital....
THIS time I am SO UNCOMFORTABLE, and I wait impatiently.
Comment on 2nd Dec '06 @ 2:14 pmThis comment is 1
I thought this article was hilarious!!! Thanks so much for writing it. My first son was 5 days late, 8 lbs 12 oz, and 22 inches long. I'm thinking his little brother will be along the same lines. Although, I am scheduled for a c-section on my due date (1/24). Thanks for the giggles!
Bethany
Comment on 29th Dec '06 @ 2:59 pmThis comment is 1
I'm 36 weeks, I feel like I'm going to explode! LoL. I sleep enough so far, mostly I just miss my normal luvins, hehe. And it's too icy to go out and walk around, so I'm bored out of my mind being stuck at home all day, it'd be nice if it came a bit early if it was healthy enough.
Comment on 1st Jan '07 @ 10:26 pmThis comment is 1
I have to say after reading this(AND the following comments) made me laugh soooo hard. It's funny to me that some people think think its possible to boss baby out of the body.
I'm only first time pregnant myself, and have to admit I'd like to go a couple weeks early, But I realize it won't be the end of the world if the baby comes late, especially as many of the women in my family have had late babies.
Comment on 5th Jan '07 @ 8:28 pmThis comment is 1
well, i think you are hilarious. my first came 2 weeks late and i was miserable. but, what's best for the baby is what's best! if this one comes early, then great. if not, i know my baby was in there and safe for as long as needed. sounds like some of the othere moms need to think about their baby a little. besides, once they see that little face all the misery of the last few weeks just fades away. focus on that joy!
Comment on 6th Jan '07 @ 1:03 pmThis comment is 1
Ha! I was one of those first time moms that thought she would be going into labor any minute. I was induced at 41 weeks and my son STILL didn't want to come out. I'm sure I've got internal scars from where he was hanging on by his fingernails. I'm now 36 weeks pregnant with our second and even though I FEEL like I could go into labor at any moment I know better this time. Although I've been assured that I won't go the full 40 weeks this time (that's what they said LAST time) I'm not holding my breath for an early delivery. She comes when she comes...
Comment on 12th Jan '07 @ 3:21 pmThis comment is 1
You go girl you are absolutley right as for you gals Amie,Nay and Jen it sounds like you are first time moms or either you selfish if your baby needs more time to develop then that is what it needs its not about you anymore apon conception its not about you anymore! I wish alot of moms would see that and yes i'm saying this and i am 36 weeks pregnant my feet are swollen and i feel like i have a bolling ball in my pelvis but i dont want to see my baby till she is ready to face this world.
Comment on 15th Jan '07 @ 12:20 pmThis comment is 1
lol...I've gone from counting the weeks i have left to counting the DAYS I have left. As much as I would love to get this thing out of me right now, I want her to be healthy too. So I just keep counting it down, comforted by the knowlege that my Doc induces if you go a week past your due date and Are Dead Sure of your dates. Thank god I know the exact date of my last friendly "visit" before I got pregnant!
Comment on 21st Jan '07 @ 7:46 amThis comment is 1
I think your comment was crazy . Some parent you are! You have such a positive look on life.
Comment on 27th Jan '07 @ 8:11 pmThis comment is 1
Okay, I understand, I am not in labor! LOL. I just seems so rational to think "Oh she's coming early!". But I know that she needs to bake a little bit longer... I just wish she would hurry up!
Comment on 29th Jan '07 @ 8:26 amThis comment is 1
I love it! She's not catty, she's telling the TRUTH. I have been thinking the same thing myself lately. Pregnancy is 40 WEEKS girls...not 36...not 38...40. More if you're a first timer! That's the deal we all signed up for. Deciding you have to get induced at week 37 is like getting a quarter mile from the finish line of a race and then have someone drive you to the end! Yeah it's uncomfortable, yeah it sucks sometimes, but you know what? Being pregnant and giving birth isn't easy. If it was, men would do it! lol Be strong! Endure a little. You won't be pregnant forever. =) (btw, i'm 36 weeks today...can't wait til March!)
Comment on 3rd Feb '07 @ 8:02 pmThis comment is 1
Haha that made me laugh.....and it's true :D
Comment on 7th Feb '07 @ 2:22 pmThis comment is 1
Very funny and cute. The strange thing is that the average first pregnancy is 41 weeks 1 day and second or subsequent pregnancy 40 weeks 3 days. I had to be induced with my daughter at 38 1/2 weeks due to severe pre-eclampsia- I will consider myself lucky (though uncomfortable) if I make it to my due date or beyond and am healthy enough to go into labor naturally. It's so uncomfortable to be very pregnant, but it's so good for the baby to be born when he or she is ready. Elephants are pregnant for 21 months, so we're actually getting off easy. :)
Comment on 10th Feb '07 @ 2:29 amThis comment is 1
I gotta give it to Jan! You hit that one right on the nose. I'm 37 weeks and on my 3rd and talk about miserable but ladies try being dialated to 2 and a half for 3 weeks now! Good luck to everyone
Comment on 18th Feb '07 @ 2:14 amThis comment is 1
loved it. really held me stop hoping and wishing
Comment on 8th Mar '07 @ 6:36 pmThis comment is 1
SJ, those first girls HATED you! That is so funny to me.
I like my brownies a little under-done. Gooey is good. I'm sticking to my guns and hoping he comes out tonight. Just like I hoped he would come out yesterday.
Comment on 13th Mar '07 @ 1:41 pmThis comment is 1
I am 36 wks and this is my third pregnancy. I am getting induced next week only because with my second boy I broke my pelvic bone and he was 8lbs 6oz and she is already topping the charts of 7lbs :) we dont want it to happen again but I do agree that she needs to be in there till she is ready and if I could keep her in than I would, but man is it painfull.... Has this happend to anyone before?
Comment on 20th Mar '07 @ 11:37 amThis comment is 1
Ok so I'm 36 weeks too (and have contracted for 2 weeks)! And my lil Jordan...well he told me he's ready!( my first baby) LOL Well I know his mommy is!! I am so misssssserable! My feet literally busting and fluid up to my knees!! I just hope these last days go by quick!!! I could handle it much easier if I wasn't SOOO swollen! And if I had more than slippers that I could wear! But all-in-all, he'll be so worth it!! I Can't Wait (REALLY)!!!
Comment on 25th Mar '07 @ 8:47 pmThis comment is 1
I had to giggle when I read this, because I actually don't want this little girl to come early...yes I'm miserable, and my hips feel like they are going to fall apart, my feet and ankles are swollen, and I've even had problems, I wanna make sure my little girl is healthy and ready for this world before she comes....but sometimes the body doesn't allow for that...The town I'm in doesn't deliever babies before 37 weeks, and I just hit 36 weeks...and last night, I had to have contractions stopped because they were comming too close together to many for almost 2 days straight...and I panicked, along with my husband...we want baby fully baked before she tries to come again
Comment on 8th Apr '07 @ 1:53 pmThis comment is 1
Love it!I don't think that it is very smart when people want to hurry a long the birth. It will come when it is ready. Why do people expect it to come early?
Comment on 16th Apr '07 @ 9:06 pmThis comment is 1
Is it weird that I kinda want this baby to stay in there? Im gonna miss feeling him move around in there where he is safe and warm. But I guess its just because I feel pretty great and no discomfort yet.
Comment on 17th Apr '07 @ 2:16 pmThis comment is 1
My last pregnancy was like that. I was so wanting the baby out in the last month! My back hurt, had stomach crampage, constipated no matter what I did, sleep sucked, couldn't eat much, generally miserable. So when my doctor talked about having me induced (on march 1 2006, she was due on the 13th) I was ready and willing. But the nurses weren't ready for me on the 1st because it was so busy in the birth center that day so I was induced the 3rd. But this pregnancy it's different. I don't have any pain so far (I'm in my 36th week) no braxton hicks, no back pain. And I don't plan on allowing the doc to induce me. I have heard that induced labor is far more painful than natural labor.
Comment on 17th Apr '07 @ 3:47 pmThis comment is 1
lol...i am 37 weeks and i feel like crap im not dialated and im not contrancting but i do have to sit up at night to sleep and i cant see the end of the rd...why cant it just get over with...when i read this i wanted to pinch myself...errrrgggghhhhhhh
Comment on 29th Apr '07 @ 8:27 pmThis comment is 1
That totally sucked...thanks for not leaving us with any hope
Comment on 3rd May '07 @ 3:51 pmThis comment is 1
my thoughts- Part of the fun for first time mom is thinking THEY WILL go into labor any minute. Not knowing and experiencing it for the first time.. let them have that. Moms who have been prego before know what to expect. I am 35.5 wks and already wanting to give birth. This is my 3rd preg. but that doesnt mean i want an unhealthy baby. I am just tired and raising two other kids- this is tough.. you want to judge me for wanting to have my kid now.. go ahead.. but i would wait till after I give birth cuz I am really umcomfortable and grouchy right now and who knows what will fly out of my mouth!
Comment on 4th May '07 @ 12:57 pmThis comment is 1
Keep him in there...at least I can't hear him cry, no dirty diapers and my boobs won't get gnawed on for 4 more weeks...how soon moms forget the pains "after" baby...at least now I know he is safe and don't freak out and to check "one more time" that he is breathing!
Comment on 30th May '07 @ 12:41 pmThis comment is 1
So true and so funny!
Comment on 6th Jun '07 @ 9:19 amThis comment is 1
I am now 36 weeks pregnant and im so tired and i cant sleep. Sometimes i keep wishing that this will be the day my water will break. But no luck. The worst part about this is i cant get any sleep at all. Im just tired and i just want to hold her.
Comment on 7th Jun '07 @ 11:22 amThis comment is 1
Im 36 weeks as well and can relate.Especially since all of my friends are having there babies around me.One in May.One today.It just doesnt seem fair why cant I see my baby and hold her too.Not to mention the fact that her daddy goes on a deployment 3 days before her arrival date.So Im trying to push her out a little early so they can at least get a chance to meet.And he can see the birth.
Comment on 13th Jun '07 @ 1:48 pmThis comment is 1
I'm 36 weeks with my 3rd baby and I totally agree with the writer. It's hard carrying around a beach ball on your front and you can't sleep but soon enough a crying baby will keep you up and changing sleeping positions won't stop him/her from keeping you up. Enjoy your pregnancy..early is not always better.
Comment on 14th Jun '07 @ 9:39 amThis comment is 1
I'm at 36 weeks with twins and i must say its hard to decide which i would prefer right now. I love the pampering, but at the same time there's only so much time i can spend on my butt. The swollen feet and aches and pains are getting unbearable and although i know i wont have time at all for myself once my babies are born, i think i would rather be an active parent than sitting all day with people feeling sorry for me and bringing me ice cream and cake. Plus i'm itching to meet my little son and daughter!
Comment on 21st Jun '07 @ 2:25 pmThis comment is 1
I'm at 35 weeks and found this article so true. This will be my firts child and have swore up and down that my little girl would come before her due date...That is, until I read this article. I understand that we are all uncomfortable and irritable, but I also understand that earlier is not always better. I know that she will come when she is ready. I look forward to reading more articles.
Comment on 6th Jul '07 @ 7:04 pmThis comment is 1
I totally agree with this article I am 36 weeks today and I am in no rush for him to come out at all let him take his time I mean people should be able to put up with my harmones for just a little longer I mean I do apologize to them in advance lol
Comment on 8th Jul '07 @ 2:38 pmThis comment is 1
I am 36 weeks pregnant and 2 cm dialated....so to each is own......i dont think ill be making it to 40 weeks....thank you very much....
Comment on 12th Jul '07 @ 7:09 pmThis comment is 1
I am 36 weeks and 6 days this is my 3rd pregnancy and my fist one came by induction 3 days after my due date and i was dialated to 2 cm too at 34 weeks with her and still went past my due date so dont let anything fool ya im just waiting till my doctor says its ready for this one.. your notes are correct...
Comment on 17th Jul '07 @ 11:33 pmThis comment is 1
Lindsey - hate to break it to you, really, but most 2nd and 3rd timers are 2-3 cm dilated from 32 weeks on - it has NOTHING to do with when you will actually go into labour.
I am 36 weeks with my 2nd and starting to feel miserable, but I went 5 days overdue with my son, so I'm not counting on this baby coming any time soon. Hang in there ladies, the hard work all comes after they are born!
Comment on 18th Jul '07 @ 11:22 amThis comment is 1
I was between 3 and 4 centimeters for oh, about 3-4 weeks before my daughter was finally born 4 days past her due date, LOL. I am now 34 weeks while 41 years old with two grown kids, and yes, while I know I have to be patient, I won't be sad if she decides to come early.
Comment on 27th Jul '07 @ 5:52 pmThis comment is 1
this is great!
i keep waking up praying every morning that today will be the day. i am 36 weeks today and i know he needs to stay longer, but i have been dealing with Braxton Hicks for 2 full months now and would really like the pain to stop soon.
thanks for being honest. as much as i would like to, i know i cant speed him out of here with wishes. he'll come when he's ready and not a moment before.
Comment on 31st Jul '07 @ 10:20 amThis comment is 1
I love it...funny funny
Comment on 31st Jul '07 @ 12:45 pmThis comment is 1
i am 36 weeks with my first child and dialated to 2 and the doctor said i will not make it until my due date. each person is different, and having someone with your rudeness doesn't help make it any easier on people that are miserable and ready for their baby to come out!
Comment on 1st Aug '07 @ 3:54 pmThis comment is 1
I am sooo ready to be done, I have been ready for about 3 weeks now. :p
I know that I have 3 weeks and 2 days until my c-section, I know she's not going to come early.
I'm still ready to be done :)
Besides... It really does work out the very best for this child to stay in until the day of my c-section... until then my Mom is out of state and my husband is working, so really.. this IS best.. It just stinks!! :)
It's a lot harder for me this time around, but I know that's normal too.
Comment on 1st Aug '07 @ 7:26 pmThis comment is 1
This article was really ignorant. Obviously, some us are the "other people" that early labor DOES happen to! I am one of them. I had my first son at 36 and 1/2 weeks. I had a strong feeling the whole pregnancy that he would be early and I knew a couple weeks before I had him that he was comming soon. I am now 35 weeks and 5 days with my second son and feeling all the same early signs I had with my first. What an irrelevant topic to write about. The discomfort is real, and would make a good topic without the anger toward women who have, or feel they will have a slightly early baby.
Comment on 5th Aug '07 @ 10:34 pmThis comment is 1
i love this article its so true! i dont know why people get all catty about it, its great.
Comment on 15th Aug '07 @ 10:07 amThis comment is 1
I don't understand why people get so upset. I guess it's hormones. I'm 36 weeks today with my first child. I'll admit, I wish he would pop out of there tonight, but I'm prepared for the fact that I may go overdue. If the first time moms are like me (and I'm pretty sure they are) they've been reading everything they can get their hands on on labor and delivery and are well aware that they have a better chance of going overdue than early. So why is it that someone who's had to kids saying exactly that elicits such catty responses? Just deal with it. You little one will come when they want to. And it will probably be closer to 40 weeks than 36. And if they come early, than just be thankful.
Comment on 17th Aug '07 @ 3:53 amThis comment is 1
This article was very key to point. I'm probably one of the rare ones that is hoping that my baby can make it past 38-40 weeks. I would be perfecly fine if she decided to join this world then. But I to have read alot of pregnancy books to know that they are in fact usually born anytime after 36 weeks.... Just be thankful that at whatever time the baby decides to make its entrance they will be healthy... Lets hope..
Comment on 2nd Sep '07 @ 11:38 amThis comment is 1
I am also a third time around pregnant women and I must say that the article does make you think...I'm 36 weeks today and being hormal as we all are, I can't decide wether I want her in or out at the moment.My first baby was born 2 weeks overdue.Dilated 3-4 cm in Oct and she was only born mid Dec.So being dilated does'nt mean that you will finish before the time.My son was born on his due date(this will probably be the only time he will be on time ,consdering that he's male.LOL.)My midwife expects this one early,she's been down there for the last 6-8 weeks which makes it realy uncomfartable.Luckily I have no problems with swelling but the heartburn is consistant which makes up for that.LOL.I get impatient aswell,have braxton hicks really bad,backache,pelvic pain and so on but knowing that this is the last time around I try to enjoy the last couple of weeks.there after everything becomes more complicated.simple things like going to the shop,taking a drive and so on.so my advice to you girls that want IT out asap,relax and enjoy the simple life.thin about it,if you wanna go somewhere or do something all you need to do is to make sure you have your beautifull round beachball belly with you.LOL
Comment on 3rd Sep '07 @ 9:05 amThis comment is 1
I personally wasn't AT ALL offended by this little article. Every woman has her OWN opinion about pregnancy and childbirth, and every single baby is DIFFERENT, just like every situation is differnent. Just because you want your baby to come early DOES NOT make you a "bad mother" or "selfish"...It's called being anxious, excited, maybe a lil impatient even, SO WHAT? Baby's come when they are ready (for the most part) and for certain reasons they have to be born early. All you women on your 2nd,3rd,4th and so on child, you are AWESOME, because I don't know if I can do this again! I love my son already, and can't wait to see his lil face, but geeez, pregnancy is definitly a change (for the better;) Overall, pregnancy lasts about 10 mos total, I'm 36 weeks and 3 days now, I made it this far, what's 25 more days??? He'll come when he's ready, but don't fault me for hoping he comes sooner...if you don't like it, too bad, shoot me...lol
Comment on 9th Sep '07 @ 5:33 pmThis comment is 1
Why would anyone think she was catty? This is one of the few article where I think she was being very realistic. When people ask how many more weeks I have (I am 36weeks) I say 4,5,6 when ever she decides to come. Due dates mean practically nothing. Why force what will happen naturally. I was a week late with my first and I am counting on it again with this one. =)What is another week or two when I have waited 40.
Comment on 12th Sep '07 @ 11:31 amThis comment is 1
Keep up the excellant work! Your articles are funny and just what I needed for my week. I'm miserable also, but you have never failed to lighten my day. Don't change a thing! The doctors are not sure of my due date so I have nothing to look forward to. BUT they all say any day now! Your article let out a big bubble of stress.
Comment on 18th Sep '07 @ 1:42 pmThis comment is 1
Keep up the excellant work! Your articles are funny and just what I needed for my week. I'm miserable also, but you have never failed to lighten my day. Don't change a thing! The doctors are not sure of my due date so I have nothing to look forward to. BUT they all say any day now! Your article let out a big bubble of stress.
Comment on 18th Sep '07 @ 1:43 pmThis comment is 1
LOL! LOVED THIS ARTICLE!!!
Comment on 3rd Oct '07 @ 6:04 pmThis comment is 1
Ok, Im 36 weeks. Yes, there are plenty of moments of wanting her out-emotional roller coasters, all the fun things. To top it all off, I also have to deal with gallstones, which on average have given me "attacks" every other week..attacks that feel like heart attacks and being stabbed in the back at the same time. However, I know that wishing and hoping won't bring her any sooner than she is ready. Yes, Im anxious to hold my daughter. If she comes tomorrow, great. If she comes on her due date, great...However, Im not going to get all catty about what the article says! I really just wanted to say to those women who are getting all upset and "offended" by the article: first off, look at who it's written by! A SARCASTIC journalist..so why are you all expecting it to be filled with flowery opinions, hopes, etc??? If you can't deal with what is the average truth (because as stated by other woman, every pregnancy and birth is different), then don't read it!
Comment on 16th Oct '07 @ 2:26 amThis comment is 1
I think I'd be cooler with him staying in longer if I didn't have to go to work. This is what I needed to hear but was not fun
Comment on 29th Oct '07 @ 4:44 pmThis comment is 1
No, No , No dont tell me that..lol
J/K im 36 weeks now and i have 4 kids already and this article is very true, every pregnancy is diffrent some come out early some late its whenever they say they wanna come u have no choice in the matter , but wait...lol
But try and enjoy ur last month and take a little advantage, cause after that baby is born, people aren't going to be that nice any longer and do things for u...lol
Comment on 29th Oct '07 @ 7:32 pmThis comment is 1
My mother has eight children and evry night I come waddling out of my room in "labor" and she just laughs at me and tells me "trust me when I say, your NOT in labor! Go back to bed!" lol I just read this to her and she laughed her butt off, she says it's so true! lol she also wanted me to tell you thanks for laying it down for me! lol
Comment on 31st Oct '07 @ 1:25 amThis comment is 1
I don't get this article. Is she saying that if the baby comes early, it will move in after college? And if it comes at 40 weeks it won't move in after college? I, ummmm, huh? Early labors happen to a lot of folks! I had my daughter at 24 weeks. Does that mean she's moving in after college? Hmmmm, ok. Sorry, I don't get what the two things have to do with each other.
Comment on 31st Oct '07 @ 11:22 amThis comment is 1
To the moms always griping and down-talking the "SARCASTIC journalist", what are you expecting to hear?! I've never once disagreed with what this woman has to say, that doesn't always mean I agree fully, but I certainly don't feel the need to stick my nose in the air and talk about how uneducated she is. I think her stuff is a breath of fresh air.
For you who just want to hear straight dry doctor talk with NO sense of humor... go read "What to Expect When You're Expecting"!
Comment on 31st Oct '07 @ 2:28 pmThis comment is 1
I'm 36 weeks with my first and I'm hoping she waits at least a few more weeks. Not that I'm not uncomfortable _and_ having trouble sleeping, but I'm also sick and I _definitely_ don't want to go into labor when I'm having trouble breathing! So I really hope my little girl in there will at least wait until I'm better before she decides to make her entrance!
Comment on 11th Nov '07 @ 7:29 amThis comment is 1
I'm 36 weeks today and feel great! The baby's kicks are definately strong and my belly wiggles uncontrollably at times, but I'm still enjoying having him with me. I'm never alone. I'm excited to meet him and see what he looks like, but I'm enjoying the time that I still have left being pregnant. It's other people who are making the comments like, "I don't think you'll make it until 40 weeks" and "I don't think you can get any bigger." I'm ready to welcome him whenever he is ready.
:)
Comment on 13th Nov '07 @ 4:13 amThis comment is 1
omg! lmao!! this artice made me laugh!! lol, i loved it! i thought that it was very hilarious and soo tru! i am a full 35 weeks today, and i love reading whats going to happen over the next week! thanks Bg!
Comment on 19th Nov '07 @ 7:14 amThis comment is 1
So...Im a first time mom and through reading this...yes I understand that I dont have as much experience as other women who have had multiple children but I agree with the artical...Its not going to hurt anyone or anything if your little one stays in longer...In fact Im 36 weeks along right now and I would prefer that he'd stick in there a little longer cuz to me he feels like he's just too small right now...But I could be wrong...
ANYWAYS kudos on the artical absolutly loved it!
Comment on 19th Nov '07 @ 8:53 pmThis comment is 1
Well, I respect your point; it certainly was very funny. I'm one of those "people" that had their first baby at 32 weeks. I am 36 weeks exactly tonight and I know that this baby won't be long in coming. I have already gone to the hospital twice and have had contractions. An exam they took estimates the baby to be born within two weeks and that time is almost up. I feel bad for those who give birth at 41 weeks and darn Braxton-Hicks for feeling almost like the real thing.
Comment on 25th Nov '07 @ 12:30 amThis comment is 1
LOL - made me laugh. I love it. :) I'm 36 weeks, my feet swell to the point of no return, it hurts to lay down AND get up, I feel sick to my tummy and am SO ready for my baby girl to come out. But she's in there and whenever she decides to come out... is HER decision. Truth is, the longer she stays in there the more developed she will be. So to all those negative people... stop complaining. We are all in the same boat! You wont even remember your discomfort once you see your baby's face! :)
Comment on 28th Jan '08 @ 8:38 amThis comment is 1
that is so funny. usually the more you want the baby out the less likely its going to come early lol.
Comment on 2nd Feb '08 @ 7:36 amThis comment is 1
that is sooo true!! im on baby number 3 and still believe that this baby might make an early appearance, doesnt look like it though, oh well, only 28 days to go!
Comment on 7th Feb '08 @ 3:19 pmThis comment is 1
That's nice to hear, cause this is my first baby and I really dont want to be 2-3 weeks late. I want her out now.
Comment on 17th Feb '08 @ 10:40 amThis comment is 1
fabulous. thats just how Im feeling. nearly 37 weeks and so called "full term", and i just am so excitied about meeting my baby. is't it awful that I want her to be awful just because I selfishly want to meet her. heehee.
Comment on 7th Mar '08 @ 3:08 amThis comment is 1
I love the fact that I get to think every feeling is a contraction, i think its so exciting to know that it could happen any second. Then, when it does happen, all that anticipation is over, so why not enjoy it and embrace it! As much as I dislike this part b/c I can't wait to see my baby, I've learned to really love this part, because like I said, when it's all over, it's ALL OVER! sleepless nights! haha! I try to really enjoy all the aspects of pregnancy, especially when I know this could be my last! I am 36 weeks today and no matter what anyone tells me, I will go on thinking every feeling or cramp is labor and I will do that until she gets here!!
Comment on 9th Mar '08 @ 8:25 amThis comment is 1
The author obviously think we're all so stupid and naive, is she the same person who write the patronizing crap about where you're at at how many weeks pregnant? At 36 weeks "I know you're tired but start baby-proofing now, don't wait till you're baby has put his fingers in a electrical socket"...or some such crap. You really had writers block that day didn't you! So lame
Comment on 11th Mar '08 @ 1:21 pmThis comment is 1
Well that was retarded why the hell would you want to keep it in there for three more weeks when it probably already weights 8 pounds and is ready to come out I think people should have the right to be induced when that kids starts to get way to big my cousin is 30 weeks pregnant and her kid already weights 7 pounds please can you imagine how big that baby is going to be at 40 and the whole thing about waiting till 41 weeks is bullcrap seriously, If woman out there don't agree there is seriously something wrong with you my opinion
Comment on 19th Mar '08 @ 5:10 pmThis comment is 1
But--but--but--I want him out noooowww. lol. Patience is, quite clearly, a virtue.
Comment on 10th Apr '08 @ 4:30 amThis comment is 1
I didn't like this article either, Im agreeing with jen!!! (Umm are u a doctor?) This made me in a bad mood......LOL Thanks
Comment on 25th Apr '08 @ 1:31 pmThis comment is 1
You really are a nasty nasty lady.
Comment on 8th May '08 @ 11:22 pmThis comment is 1
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