Clingy 2 y/o and being pregnant

[Fig]

I guess this is more just a vent but if anyone else has or is feeling the same I would love to know I am not the only one.

I am 39 weeks pregnant - not long to go. My DD has always been clingy and wanting to be touching me or leaning on me or crawling over the top of me since she was born. Up until the last couple of months I have always handled it fine and it really didn't bother me that much. Latley I am finding it so irratating to be touched by her. I know that sounds horrible, and I feel awful even thinking it but its driving me crazy. I still co-sleep with her at least half the night in her bed, all day she has to be in contact with me or requiring my attention. I am finding that by lunch time I am desperate to get her off to bed so I can stop being touched. Is this horrible to feel like this about her. I don't mind being around her, I just don't want to be touched?

Arrgh, even as I write it I feel terrible, did anyone else feel like this when they were pregnant? Will it stop after I have the baby?

[Campari]

Sorry, haven't got ANY advice for you, but I am in pretty much the same boat. Our DD's are the same age... I am 23 weeks pregnant, and apart from when I am at work (and she at childcare, 2 days per week), I am used as a climbing frame and cuddle machine. She always clings to my legs and asks for "up cuddles" - and I am finding it increasingly difficult to oblige My midwife suggested we introduce special "couch cuddles" and "bed cuddles" and that "up cuddles" be a Daddy thing from now. If I get her really involved in an activity (blocks, playdough, drawing..) she will do her own thing for 5 - 10 minutes, but then its back to mum.. I am mostly OK and not hating the touchy thing so much (yet!!!), but I dont like being climbed on and having her elbows and knees poking my belly. I don't know what to suggest, but I feel for you... I hope once your new baby arrives your DD becomes engrossed with it, and is able to share you!! Big hugs (of the non-touching variety!!)

[StrawberryMumma]

You know what hun, I think what you are describing is pretty normal. Just maybe in varying degrees for different people. You are probably feeling pretty worn out being at the end of your pregnancy, and your mind is probably thinking about a million different things as you your prepare mentally for your new baby!- so maybe that's why it seems bad at the moment.
I am sure when you're little one arrives, it will get better. It's so special having a toddler and a new little baby (although, tiring yes )..all the best for this exciting time!

[CrazyLady]

I only made it to 36 weeks being pregnant but i was tired, stressed, hormonal, homesick and down right b*****! 'd get really irritated if anyone got in my way or personal space because i was rather uncomfortable moving around.

Pregnancy takes a toll on your body and mind and you're bound to want a time out every now and then!


hth

[Rach75]

I hear ya excpet mine is 3 next week, he has been great but lately he wants me to pick him up he weighs 16kg and it is so hard explaining I just can't he clings to my leg etc when we are out pulls on me I love him dearly and well I dont get a break unless I have a bath ...

[Fig]

Thanks everyone. Its very comforting to know that I am not alone. Think I was having a particularly bad day. DD has also taken to hitting me (mostly in the face) if I don't respond to her other attempts to get my attention when I try to sit down for 5 minutes. So I guess that just adds to the frustration.

Campari - it is amazing how painful those little elbows and knees can be isn't it. They seem to be able to dig their way into the most uncomfortable spot.

[Arimeh]

Full on sympathy in this corner as well for you mate. I've got a 2.5 year old who is still clingy and a 13.5 month old who has just turned clingy - plus I'm in the third trimester as well!!!!!

I just keep telling myself that it doesn't last forever...