tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post3865332029890126498..comments2024-03-16T13:55:31.519-04:00Comments on Brooklyn Limestone: Things I Wished I Knew Before...Mrs. Limestonehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06159249562273770481noreply@blogger.comBlogger55125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-38353909309302806642013-08-19T12:17:47.252-04:002013-08-19T12:17:47.252-04:00I will say this list pretty much echoes everything...I will say this list pretty much echoes everything I think/feel about being pregnant right now. I'm not the overly emotional, super happy to tell everyone I'm preggo sorta person. The attention is something to get used to b/c everyone wants to know everything. One exception I would add would be #9 listen to the stories. I have a friend that is overly emotional and everything was a major deal, e.g. breast feeding. Maybe it's as horrible as she says, but she scared me into almost not wanting to do it at all. I took a class and a lot of her "advise" was her horrible myth filled idea of what breastfeeding is (she was quite unsuccessful and it was traumatic for her.) I'm a lot more confident now and will ask her to stop talking about it in the future.Oswinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17196018100684117535noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-31242796250656824622013-05-04T11:11:22.645-04:002013-05-04T11:11:22.645-04:00This comment has been removed by the author.Lauren L.https://www.blogger.com/profile/06493884948860188163noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-78305614359774299852013-04-18T11:14:40.748-04:002013-04-18T11:14:40.748-04:00I have been a reader of your blog for some time no...I have been a reader of your blog for some time now, and I finally have to comment on this post. I am 32 weeks pregnant, and your post hit the nail right on the head for me!! Especially the Insomnia part. I hate with a passion that phrase - "Get your sleep now, while you can!" I usually just laugh it off, but I feel like telling people, "I can't sleep so it doesn't matter anyway!" <br /><br /> Lisa Offilerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14365176202267254095noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-10461807879301152512013-04-03T15:47:23.201-04:002013-04-03T15:47:23.201-04:00Thank you much, Mrs. Limestone!Thank you much, Mrs. Limestone!Rochele Loceyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10220600845475956849noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-28460478544363212302013-03-30T21:37:25.790-04:002013-03-30T21:37:25.790-04:00Oh and #6 ... I tried really hard to only buy mate...Oh and #6 ... I tried really hard to only buy maternity clothes that looked like stuff I would be wearing if I weren't pregnant. It was harder than you think! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12746136392369561044noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-39549677835588261802013-03-30T21:34:03.919-04:002013-03-30T21:34:03.919-04:00I definitely know what you mean about #3. Just say...I definitely know what you mean about #3. Just saying "I'm pregnant" felt so weird and forced and also "hey I had sex!" (awkward with co-workers, you know?). An I love #9. So true--both that you should listen to the stories, and that you'll want to tell your own.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12746136392369561044noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-33478386206108167052013-03-29T15:45:35.980-04:002013-03-29T15:45:35.980-04:00Thank you for this, especially number 10. I feel g...Thank you for this, especially number 10. I feel guilty that I don't "love being pregnant" as I've heard from so many others. It certainly is an astounding experience, but the physical and emotional changes are strange and sometimes uncomfortable. It's nice to be reminded that I'm not the only one who feels this way.Shannonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04008954002967930921noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-21525948122138951942013-03-29T09:30:47.832-04:002013-03-29T09:30:47.832-04:00I have been reading your blog for years, and was r...I have been reading your blog for years, and was really excited to "watch" you go through these life changes. Especially when I found out I was pregnant, it has been fun to read about someone a little ahead. I am 26 weeks and I 100% agree with your list. I keep waiting for the other shoe to drop, I feel really good most of the time, I look good (my face is slimmer now). I agree with the maternity clothes for the most part too, I also have a long torso though so maybe that is the reason. I have been buying regular clothes in a larger size and it is much more flattering for me so far. Although I love the panels in maternity pants, they are magically comfortable, but the construction leaves a lot to be desired. Seriously, who thought the 1/2" in rise is a good idea?<br />Although I have felt great, and always wanted kids, I don't love being pregnant. It is a weird feeling and sharing my body with a little person, and while totally worth it, is inconvenient:) He has his own ideas already about things. Katehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08816376694334937079noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-90178457956187237392013-03-29T08:36:12.646-04:002013-03-29T08:36:12.646-04:00Love all your "rules" and totally agree ...Love all your "rules" and totally agree with them. I have a 5 month old baby boy and agree about the sleep thing, unfortunately I wasn't able to sleep because this pregnancy was very uncomfortable compared to my other very easy one so I took in alot of Netflix but did so feeling guilty because people told me I should be sleeping. I was also on bed rest and felt alot of guilt for laying in bed and no matter how many people told me to enjoy it I just couldn't, I'm not wired to lay in bed. Looking back of course I wish I would have enjoyed it!!! Personally I love when women share their birth stories and your so right its something you feel compelled to tell others afterwards. I've enjoyed hearing about your beautiful daughter and I hope you keep up on every now and then with how she is doing and what you are learning from all of this!!Laurie from Laurie Jones Homehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10549329957385944618noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-90194698689351376832013-03-29T02:42:00.455-04:002013-03-29T02:42:00.455-04:00(First time commenter here.) This is a great list!...(First time commenter here.) This is a great list! I had my first child 10 months ago, and I was surprised by a lot of these things too during pregnancy. I love the worry deadline idea- I may steal that for next time! And the telling people IS weird. All I could think about was the subtext of "I had unprotected sex recently!" and felt super-awkward!!! <br /><br />My theory on the usefulness of maternity clothing is that it depends not only on body type, but on how you actually "carry". My bump was all out front and I was having trouble wearing my regular clothes at 13 weeks or so. The maternity stuff that was designed to accommodate extra volume only at the stomach/chest was perfect for me. I still miss some of those clothes! And I totally agree with whoever suggested to set aside some money for your maternity clothes; I would also advise shopping for them whenever you find a sale, whether or not you're currently pregnant. Maternity clothes are pricey and they're never on sale when you need to buy them! But for my body and pregnancy, they were essential.<br /><br />I enjoyed being pregnant more than I thought I would, although I was sick early on and was working too many hours right up until the end. The kindness of total strangers was such a sweet surprise, and it never failed to perk me up when I was feeling tired or my swollen ankles were bothering me. It sort of restored my faith in humanity a bit, as silly as it sounds. <br /><br />Well, I've rambled on enough. Best of luck to you with your sweet Little! :)Heatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09665302357125175869noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-51157640985677933222013-03-28T23:38:22.822-04:002013-03-28T23:38:22.822-04:00I love your list (& am so sorry about the m/c,...I love your list (& am so sorry about the m/c, you're a tough cookie), thank you for sharing.<br /><br /> Every single point made me nod emphatically. I ADORED being pregnant (I adore my girl now of course but it was a long road to get here heh...I wanted to punch every mom who told me her kid slept thru the night straight outta the womb). I felt super social, happy, loving on life--they should bottle those feelings b/c I would totally buy some. Then the sleep-deprived zombie feelings set in during those post partum months lol. But now every day keeps getting better & better & we can't imagine our lives w/out her. <br /><br />Time is flying by. There's that quote "The days are long but the years are short." So very true. Hope all is well in your neck of the woods!Freckles Chickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15378234055571892527noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-62053341927588842462013-03-28T22:21:05.246-04:002013-03-28T22:21:05.246-04:00Thank you so much for sharing this. I am 29 and n...Thank you so much for sharing this. I am 29 and not yet a mother, I still have a few years until we plan to start trying, but I feel like I will have the same mentality as you. I am not one to feel all ooshie-gooshie towards growing a human, so it's refreshing to read about your experience. Don't get me wrong, I will be thrilled to become a mother when the time is right, but I just don't think I will be basking in every little fetus kick and fist bump to the stomach/ribs/etc. Thanks again for the tips... I'll definitely reference this post in the future when it's my turn to become a first time momma.Kimberlyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11186061451946586456noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-71958238291040834142013-03-28T20:28:59.097-04:002013-03-28T20:28:59.097-04:00I loved reading this... I'm 28 weeks with my f...I loved reading this... I'm 28 weeks with my first child (a girl!) now. However, my pregnancy is completely the opposite of yours! I actually when I saw the post title thought I'd read things like... that shooting pain down the side of your leg is the baby sitting on your sciatic nerve" or "after finally beating morning sickness at 18 weeks you'll be motion sick (subway and car!) for the rest of your pregnancy." These are just a few of the pregnancy points I've been surprised about. :) Either way, fun to read! Erinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09260177930771523765noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-8958255426161698402013-03-28T17:40:01.415-04:002013-03-28T17:40:01.415-04:00Fabulous post!! I sent it to a friend who is pregn...Fabulous post!! I sent it to a friend who is pregnant with twins ;) I had two kids now age 16 and 13 then turned 40 and realized wait I want one more. Now my little man is 3 and I enjoy him so much because I told myself, hey your forty you don't have to be the perfect Mom like with the first two. I swear I am actually a better Mom LOLAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01427211336748827449noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-65145663729435290242013-03-28T17:36:05.860-04:002013-03-28T17:36:05.860-04:00We're planning on trying next year for our 1st...We're planning on trying next year for our 1st, so this was SO helpful for me to read!Andi of My Beautiful Adventureshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18255015430958927483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-84453710768441676462013-03-28T17:14:50.845-04:002013-03-28T17:14:50.845-04:00Oh yeah I forgot about "outie" belly but...Oh yeah I forgot about "outie" belly button. I did not like that. In todays sausage clothes that would show up for sure.Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09739494109862289958noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-67836617803028597342013-03-28T17:13:15.161-04:002013-03-28T17:13:15.161-04:00I loved being pregnant. I was fortunate to have no...I loved being pregnant. I was fortunate to have not had morning sickness or any of the other unpleasant things that sometimes go with being pregnant. I had a lot of energy and in fact was still mowing my lawn in my 9th month. The only thing I don't agree with you about is the maternity clothes comment. I abhor seeing pregnant woman wearing street clothes or uber stretchy clothing as I think they look like they have been stuffed into a sausage casing. Yes some maternity clothing is awful but some is nice as in any type clothing.Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09739494109862289958noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-21127949279023033552013-03-28T15:47:05.411-04:002013-03-28T15:47:05.411-04:00The outie belly button. I had my babies several y...The outie belly button. I had my babies several years ago, before there was so much information readily available. I had no idea my belly button would pop out. Makes me laugh to think about how little I knew. ;)www.carolynsmithdesigns.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07474127940200519143noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-55628217923860480552013-03-28T14:59:12.058-04:002013-03-28T14:59:12.058-04:00I have to agree with #2. I felt fantastic through...I have to agree with #2. I felt fantastic through all 4 pregnancies!! I actually LOVE how Ilook and feel while pregnant. So much so that I can't wait to be pregnant again! I disagree with 6 though. I tried just buying bigger sizes, but all it did was make me look sloppy and fat - not pregnant. Nothing I love more than a cute, form fitting shirt that shows off my belly! :) I found some great maternity clothes that weren't any more expensive than my regular clothes, fortunately. Sadly, some of my favorite outfits are maternity and I have to wait until I'm pregnant to wear them again. And #9 is a good one. As long as you realize that most women like to tell you all the awful stuff first. Personally, I like to start out with 'it's not as bad as 98% of women are telling you it's going to be'. But for me, that was true. They scoff at first, but then when I tell them that I've done 4 deliveries with no drugs at all, they seem a little relieved or less scared of what's going to happen. And it's always nice to help someone be less scared of what is, without a doubt, one of the biggest miracles you'll ever be a part of. :)TabCathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16342191423869762324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-75950410974345804842013-03-28T14:29:35.627-04:002013-03-28T14:29:35.627-04:00I guess it depends on body type. Maternity clothi...I guess it depends on body type. Maternity clothing just never fit me right. Maybe because I have a long torso? I was super excited to buy maternity jeans because they seem so comfortable (why don't they sew spanx into jean waists I ask you?) but they would just slide right off no matter what I did until the very end. Mrs. Limestonehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06159249562273770481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-79033502261460855092013-03-28T14:27:10.088-04:002013-03-28T14:27:10.088-04:00I wish I could have been as smart as you about #1....I wish I could have been as smart as you about #1. I knew all the stats but it just didn't help me relax much. I suppose I was a little more calm after the 12 week mark but just barely. I needed something else to help me off the ledge (although I know plenty of women who are totally zen from day 1)Mrs. Limestonehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06159249562273770481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-26293546311696661602013-03-28T14:25:44.549-04:002013-03-28T14:25:44.549-04:00Good point. Its just hard to believe when you fee...Good point. Its just hard to believe when you feel so bloated or weird but I know when Ive given the compliment to others I definitely mean it so you are right - not everyone is lying.Mrs. Limestonehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06159249562273770481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-37095351879073620372013-03-28T14:24:53.234-04:002013-03-28T14:24:53.234-04:00I agree that we should avoid reading the internet ...I agree that we should avoid reading the internet for worse case scenarios but I just couldn't keep myself away from them. I spent far too many hours those first few months googling every kind of pregnancy related issue.Mrs. Limestonehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06159249562273770481noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-82889656753973310402013-03-28T14:24:27.115-04:002013-03-28T14:24:27.115-04:00I totally agree on 3 and 8. Too true.I totally agree on 3 and 8. Too true.Tristahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16349699593771289845noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-78179163171140376212013-03-28T14:23:47.576-04:002013-03-28T14:23:47.576-04:00Really? I feel like I watched so much TV during th...Really? I feel like I watched so much TV during those first few weeks where we were in our cave. Maybe its only for those of us with winter babies but I had plenty of time to watch TV in the beginning.Mrs. Limestonehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06159249562273770481noreply@blogger.com