MelanieM Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 Up until I got pregnant this time that was exactly what I thought. *sigh* Oh well. :001_smile: Ha! I was going to say this exact same thing. This is also how I felt before #3! Thankfully there's some switch that goes off that makes me excited once it happens, even if it's the last thing I was thinking of doing before I've gone and done it. ;) Actually, when #2 was really little it was soooo hard (he was extremely high needs, and it was an extremely difficult time for me) that I found myself feeling stressed and sorry for pregnant women. I never said that to anyone of course, but I certainly was happy to share with any friend that asked whether or not they should be rushing off to have #2. I'm glad that has passed and I can get back to a more joyful feeling when I see a pregnant woman or a baby. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greenmama2 Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 I wish! Instead I'm thinking, 'I wish that could be me.' BTW, I'm still happy for others. :) Ditto. I'd love to feel like I'm done but, well, I just don't feel that way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kolamum Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 No, but then we've been trying for 5.5 years to conceive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janie Grace Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 For the first time, yes. I am glad we are done. My 5th and final pregnancy was very hard and I'm feeling like I'm at capacity in terms of parenting. I do delight in pregnancy announcements, round bellies and new babies though -- I just think new life is so beautiful and precious! I would NEVER say "better you than me" or anything like that... I remember people saying that and I think it's so annoying. Honestly a pregnant lady does not care that you aren't interested in being pregnant again, and she doesn't want to know you're glad it's not you! Sheesh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhonda in TX Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 I didn't feel that way until a couple of years ago. But yeah, I'm finally done. I love working in the nursery once a month at church, and always hope there's a little baby to hold. That's enough for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rhonda in TX Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 I never thought of it that way. I don't want to birth another baby, but I do love to hear about friends who are expecting them. My first thought is most often, 'How exciting!" I get very excited for them, but it no longer makes me long for another. It's a wonderful time of life, but I'm past it, and I'm good with that. :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ma23peas Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 I never thought of it that way. I don't want to birth another baby, but I do love to hear about friends who are expecting them. My first thought is most often, 'How exciting!" Exactly this! I just get so excited knowing a new baby/life is on its way! I get my fix in the church nursery, and I'm always the one cooing at them in the grocery store....I love the look in a new parent's eyes when you tell them how precious their baby is...love love love new babies!! Brings out the best in most! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxbridgeacademy Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 First thought is "I want another one" second thought is "so happy I can't have anymore." I'm very torn. I'm just happy to be the oldest of 4 and cuddle my new neices and nephews when they come along. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarlaS Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 think to yourself, "I'm so glad it's not me!" :D Seriously, I'm happy for all of you pregnant moms, and moms with newborns, but I SO do not want to go back to that time. Give me teenage angst, and little league, but don't make me go back to sleepless nights and potty training! Guess that's how you know you're done-done. :tongue_smilie: Yes! Happy for them, not envious in the least. It's a nice contented feeling. :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom2scouts Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 No. I always wanted a really big family and after so many losses we decided we just needed to stop. I've come to terms with being "done", but I still have little pangs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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