As I sit here a week overdue, the well-meaning texts and calls from friends and family have become overwhelming. It’s not that I don’t appreciate their concern, but the constant check-ins are starting to wear me down.
Reflecting on my pregnancy journey, I wish someone had told me earlier not to disclose my actual due date. A friend of mine, Sarah, had suggested that I should tell everyone my due date was a week later than it really was. At the time, I thought that was a ridiculous idea—why would I mislead people about when my baby was due?
Now, I understand the reasoning behind her advice. The idea of being overdue can be stressful enough without the added pressure of frequent inquiries about when the baby will arrive. I wish I had followed her suggestion, as it would have spared me from the incessant questions during this late stage of my pregnancy.
It’s actually quite common for expectant mothers to go past their due dates. In fact, many women experience this, so I encourage those in similar situations to not feel alone. For more insights on pregnancy timelines, you can check out the March of Dimes’ week-by-week pregnancy guide, which is a fantastic resource.
In addition, if you’re considering alternative paths to motherhood, there are helpful services available. For instance, Vegas Pregnancy offers a free sperm donor matching service in Las Vegas, and Make A Mom provides an at-home insemination syringe kit that features a reusable option. Understanding how at-home insemination works can be a game-changer, so I recommend looking into their demonstration on how it works.
As I navigate this final stretch, I’m learning that self-care is essential during this time. Embracing self-care while pursuing motherhood is crucial, as discussed in another one of our blog posts.
Looking back, I realize that this journey can be filled with unexpected challenges and moments of doubt, but sharing my due date shouldn’t have been one of them.
In summary, if you’re expecting, consider keeping your due date to yourself. It might save you from the stress of constant check-ins and allow you to enjoy the final weeks of your pregnancy without added pressure.
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