Top 15 Differences between the first pregnancy and the second

Yes we don’t need the pat on the back anymore we know we are good :)So thinking of the last 9 months here is what was different this time from the first time:(Do I see all those who are sitting on the fence suddenly all interested, well read on anyways)1. Time Commitment: The first one, 24 hours seem less thinking about the little one who is going to arrive and the second time around, 24 hours seem less running errands and keeping the first one entertained. Me time: After the first one you learn to get some me time and realize that sanity needs to be retained and that’s only when you are connected with the world you want to connect with. To fit in all the art, craft and games of the first one is more a priority14: You prefer snug clothes: I dont know whether its because you put on less weight in the second one or you want to look good and not like an over size gunny bag that you prefer fitted clothes that highlight the bump well. Whether its crossing the road, pulling a chair, or carrying your first one people around beware we expect the world of you this time around.
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20 days after the birth of my second daughter and getting absolutely no rest and trying to manage so many chores, sleepless nights and working for over 20 hours a day I just sit to recap the last 9 months.

Its still not sunk in that I have just had my second baby and life will change from here on. But this experience has been so strengthening for me as a woman. I now feel like there is nothing I cannot do. Being a mom is tough and doing it for the second time you ought to be a super woman. Yes we don’t need the pat on the back anymore we know we are good 🙂

So thinking of the last 9 months here is what was different this time from the first time:(Do I see all those who are sitting on the fence suddenly all interested, well read on anyways)

1. Nothing matters: You could be fighting morning, evening day sickness but you need to attend to your first child. God just gives you the strength to get out of bed and change gears and zip around with all your chores

2. Doctors appointments: These will be usually alone. Please no fingers at the husband but its just this time they are not going to be scheduled as per his convenience but as per the older child’s schedule

3. Thinking beyond pink or blue: Clothes, rattles, feeding bottles, bags, whatever it is that you need is more utilitarian than relevant by colour. Its more a tick on the errand and must have list.

4. Eating healthy: You actually eat healthy this time because you know baby fat ceases to get you compliments after 9 months. Also you are just surrounded with healthier options because of your first one so dont worry about the weight this time around.

5. Nothing intimidates: After battling with tantrums and mood swings and reasoning skills of a 3 year old, sleepless nights are hardly a fright. I see all the second time mommies give me a nod there. Thank you!

6. The first kick: Its not exciting for the couple but you want to share it with your first one. Somewhere I think my second pregnancy has been a stronger bond with my daughter than with my husband. Wish I could think beyond her!

7. Careful vs. carefree: As careful you are with the first one the second one you just seem to be more “carefree”. This time around horse cart, giant wheels, speed boats, I’ve done it all.

8. Information overdose: The first time around you are like a sponge absorbing so much information from all sources like moms, aunts, friends, sisters, internet. I remember watching birthing videos a day before my first delivery thinking I would understand what that labour mean would mean, ha ha naive and how? This time around I was like dude back off I know what its all about! Its not arrogance but confidence and priority. You are so caught up with the first one that you are hardly bothered. The second time around you dont even read the What to expect…

9. Time Commitment: The first one, 24 hours seem less thinking about the little one who is going to arrive and the second time around, 24 hours seem less running errands and keeping the first one entertained.

10. Doc relief: Your doctor loves you more the second time around as you stop bothering him over every small thing and start resolving small issues on your own.

11. Stretch Marks: Well the way they hound you the first time, the second time around its least of your concerns. If you got it the first time then the damage was already done so you dont bother reading up on how to prevent them. Those Vitamin E & Olive Oil and Shea Butter creams… give me a break please

12. Me time: After the first one you learn to get some me time and realize that sanity needs to be retained and that’s only when you are connected with the world you want to connect with. So no matter what you learn to remove time for yourself and trust me its very healthy

13: Stop Collecting Junk: You stop buying things that are only cute but just add to the junk you already have. To fit in all the art, craft and games of the first one is more a priority

14: You prefer snug clothes: I dont know whether its because you put on less weight in the second one or you want to look good and not like an over size gunny bag that you prefer fitted clothes that highlight the bump well.

15: Bold but beautiful: You dont expect the world to be nice to you. You just get the best off them. Whether its crossing the road, pulling a chair, or carrying your first one people around beware we expect the world of you this time around.

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