First trimester and exhaustion

anothergoodbook · 2022-04-07T23:03:16+00:00

Your body is doing such incredible things! Your blood volume is like doubling (I always thought that was the coolest thing). Of course you are tired.

The best thing to do is sleep. Seriously. Figure out how to manage things with a slightly lower standard. You may have to use paper plates for a month or two. Or eat out more often if possible.

Take care of yourself! Make sure your staying nice and hydrated and eating well. If you can manage some prenatal yoga or gentle stretching or even a short walk it might help perk you up. But if not - no worries. Give it a few more weeks when you’re in your second trimester and you should be feeling much more energetic (doesn’t happen for everyone, but it’s pretty common). And then of course there’s when nesting kicks into high gear.

Do you have any teenage neighbors (or any neighbors really) that could take the puppy for a walk in the afternoon? I’m not sure how much a dog walker costs though if that’s an option.

Big_Rain4564 · 2022-04-07T21:42:45+00:00

Warmest congratulations ! My experience is that everyone struggles more with one trimester than another so hopefully you will feel better soon. But in the meantime try to rest, forgive yourself a few things and relax.

CinnamonB123 · 2022-04-08T00:45:58+00:00

First trimester was the hardest and most exhausting for me. It was hard to deal with since no one seemed to understand just how exhausted I really was since I was not showing. Made me feel like something was wrong with me. But, knowing what I do now, it is completely normal. You will get energy back in the later trimesters as your body adjusts. Making another human is hard work! Be easy on yourself. Give yourself grace during this time. Allow others to lend a hand as well...I was bad about accepting help, thinking I had to do it all. *hugs*, you got this mama!

maebyton1ght · 2022-04-08T00:24:38+00:00

Accept help. I wish I'd said yes to friends and family offering to help more during those first trimesters of my three pregnancies. They wouldn't offer if they didn't want to contribute. Agree to a casserole drop off or Instacart delivery. My SIL arranged for long distance relatives to send restaurant gift cards so we could order in periodically. My mom repeatedly offered to vaccuum or do a load of laundry. Does it make you feel guilty to accept help? No need! Just pay it forward when your friends and family are in need.

Hopecreatesmagic · 2022-04-08T11:58:11+00:00

I have no advice but to take your body’s signals! You are creating a new life and that is really hard. Please don’t be too hard on yourself! And ofcourse I will pray for you! And I’m really happy for you!

fiveninecindy · 2022-04-08T00:06:58+00:00

It’s completely normal! Adjust your expectations of yourself during pregnancy and follow your body’s lead. Take those naps! I’m pregnant with baby #2 and when I put my 2 year old down for his nap I take one too!

Easywintergardening · 2022-04-08T02:26:08+00:00

Congratulations. First trimester is so hard. I have 2 young kids and cleaning definitely has declined but there are times it goes back to my standard… definitely be prepared for the future messes that come in life and also keep a few easy to go meals on hand for when you’re too tired/sick to cook!

I hope you feel better!!

EggsAndBaccon · 2022-04-08T01:56:12+00:00

I'm in the same position, the first trimester exhaustion is no joke! Allow yourself rest, you're making a human. I know it's hard for us to rest but it's for the best. Good luck! Hope our second trimester is better

ThymeForEverything · 2022-04-08T03:19:13+00:00

There were a few days in both of my pregnancy first trimester a where I literally slept like all day and night with bathroom a d snack breaks. My first son got to watch movies for the first time during my second pregnancy due to this. The almost coma levels of exhaustion eventually go away...but sleep is NEVER the same. Just a warning someone gave me I wish I would've taken more seriously. Throughout your pregnancy you will struggle to get Comfortable, then baby comes and you will always feel like you need an hour or so more of sleep but baby wakes up. It's all worth it though :)

Sea_Bookkeeper_1533 · 2022-04-08T04:03:30+00:00

I'm just finishing up my first trimester and work full time. I have days when I feel terrible and days when I'm ok. I just make sure I do as much as I reasonably can on the good days.

smolchipmunk · 2022-04-08T15:20:34+00:00

Congratulations! As others mentioned, accept help and give yourself a lot of grace. I was not at all prepared for how bad the first trimester would be (and I didn't even have it that bad). My mom helped out a lot during that time because being vertical for an extended period of time was just a no-go for me. I was essentially self-confined to my bedroom because I felt so sick/tired. But once the second trimester got closer, things got so much better. I remember every week getting just a little bit better until I could finally wake up without feeling sick and nausea episodes were few and far between. Fatigue was still a big thing though, but your body is under a lot of pressure to make that baby so that is to be expected.

bananab33 · 2022-04-08T17:48:35+00:00

Seriously, this time is a grace, you should accept the gift and sleep! One of my best memories is when my first was born and I watched a lot of TV and read a ton cause I was tired being up with her in the night so much. I know it's silly, but that was the most warm, relaxing time in my life and I often find myself reminiscing about how wonderful it was!

CheeseMonger96 · 2022-05-20T21:22:38+00:00

Congratulations! Just came here to only say that. Wishing you all the health and happiness.

Squirrels_Angel · 2022-04-15T02:36:55+00:00

First trimester does so much growth it is honestly the most exhausting resource wise on the body. Which is why it is extremely common for women to loose weight at the first trimester. It gets better during the second trimester I promise. The third is hard due to hormonal surges preparing for birth and the whole carrying a large watermelon in front of you thing. Make yourself a goal of what is the one thing I will make sure I will get done for myself. For me it was I will make sure my legs are always shaved. Doing that one thing gave me a sense of some control and helped motivate me forward. The small trival things are not really trival. They make up the most of your day. Make sure you wash your face, brush hair and teeth, etc and it will help get through it. And the mint can help with nausea.

downnouttoday · 2022-04-20T22:06:57+00:00

So I’m 39 years old, a SAHM, and pregnant with my 4th (I have a 3, 6, and 9 year old)! I also have a new puppy. My husband works about 60 hours a week. This is no joke. I took a nap every, single day. It can’t be helped. You’re not being a neglectful wife or mom to take it easy right now. The fatigue is real. Now that I’m in my 2nd trimester I’m back to keeping a clean house and carpooling kids to all their activities and managing the household and getting dinner on the table. Be patient with yourself!

Title	First trimester and exhaustion
Author	smolchipmunk
Upvotes	16
Comments	27
Date	April 7, 2022 9:38 PM UTC (4 years ago)
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