Finally told them 😊 but now being wrapped in cotton wool.

[Completenewbie]

Well all, my mum and dad finally know 😊 it's really lovely being able to talk to them about little one. The other half is still a bit unsure as to whether we should have told them before our scan, and he still wants to wait to tell his mum and dad. I just want to tell everybody now, I've got the bug. I just love the reactions on people's faces. Especially people that you've known for ages.

Annnnd, for those of you that had a read the 'irritated' post from a few weeks ago, I've had it out with princess. I told her that I found her comment hurtful and offensive and she apologised!!!! And all is now well! Soooo woo! It's been eventful the past 2 days, but lovely.

Apart from being told I can't do thing I usually do at work. Careful how you lift that, no, don't drag that, you step on that, that's too heavy for you... ummmm I don't mean to sound really ungrateful that people are looking out for me... But surely I know when I am pushing myself too far? I don't wanna feel useless, I wanna be able to help the staff team, i wanna still feel like part of the team. Has anybody else experienced this?

I just feel a bit useless now I've told people....

[Cheekymonkey85]

Awww yay it's lovely to be able to share it. Most of our family before the first scan, but everyone had to wait until the scan photo was posted on Facebook lol

I know what you mean about being wrapped in cotton wool, it's a tricky one. Yes you do know your limits, but be mindful that these limits are changing and you might not even really feel it until the end of the day when you sit down if that makes sense. So definitely don't try to push yourself, but do put your foot down if you feel their fussing is too much- it can get ridiculous. I remember my nana telling me not to move the dining table back after dinner (it's on casters so not hard), and attempting to do it herself so I didn't hurt myself (she's 93, I could have been carrying triplets and still more capable than her lol). Ok not work related but still annoying

It's good that they are looking out for you, but it might be worth just having a chat & telling your co workers how you feel, & perhaps seeing if there are a few tasks you could take charge of so you don't feel as useless, even things out a bit too.

It might be frustrating now, but I reckon you will feel happier about their help as maternity leave gets closer lol xxxxxxx

[LottyB]

Regarding the work part, I know how you feel! I told my boss when I was about 5 weeks as it was obvious that something was up with me as I kept running to the loo constantly. She then every time I picked up a lever arch file told me she would get it for me. I work in accounts, I need access to.files all the time, it just wouldn't work, so we compromised by me saying I am ok carrying one or two files, but any more and I'll ask for help. That worked out better. I agree with cheeky monkey in that early on, you don't know what is going to hurt or tire you out the same, my.boyfriend has a pickup monster truck which I used to hop in and out of all.the time, then in an evening complain about my tummy and back.hurting. It doesn't take a lot when your muscles and ligaments are starting to stretch, so do be careful.

Glad that you have told the parents, one less thing to think about, and someone to get excited with! They will worry, that's what parents do, I'm hardly allowed to carry the dinner plates to the table when mine come for tea! Ridiculous! Just humour them, and take advantage a bit! Put your feet while you can. 😊 x