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20 Reasons You'll Miss Being Pregnant

Enjoy these perks now (they'll be gone soon enough)



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18) having pregnancy as an excuse Forgot where you parked? That’s OK — you’re pregnant. Need to walk slowly? That’s OK — you’re pregnant. Just want to sit and daydream? Of course you do — you’re pregnant. Behavior that raises eyebrows in “real life” seems universally excused for now.

19) the newness of it all When was the last time you were truly surprised? Or experienced something completely new? In this day of Internet information, television, fax and instant everything, there isn’t much wonder left in the world. Until you become pregnant, that is. For 40 weeks, almost every day brings something new. In a way, both you and your baby are experiencing a birth.

20) taking part in the miracle of life
It sounds like a cliché — until it happens to you. During the course of your pregnancy, it’s hard not to marvel at the little bit of destiny growing inside you and follow its progress with acute interest: two cells, then four, then eight. The size of a pea, then a peanut. A heartbeat, fingers, toes. Inside you. Inside you.


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Dagny Scott Barrios is the author of Runner’s World Complete Book of Women’s Running (Rodale, 2000). Specializing in fitness and lifestyle, she writes from her home in Boulder, Colo., with her 1-year-old daughter, Bianca, on her lap.

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  1. All these things are right on! This is my first baby and I have thoroughly enjoyed this pregnancy from even the queasiness (ok, not that part) to the special attention to that secret smile I keep to myself as I imagine this precious little one and what he might look like. I love feeling him move inside and the joy my husband takes in feeling all his rolling and kicking too. Thank you for reminding all of us expectant mommies what a pleasure, joy and blessing even this somewhat uncomfortable stage can be. Being pregnant is amazing!
    — Tracy
  2. My son is 3 months old and I never thought I'd say this...but I really do miss being pregnant. I miss feeling him move inside me and I didnt have to share him with anyone then. He was all mine! I could keep all of his little movements and kicks to myself. Its true, you do feel special. I miss that feeling. I wish I had enjoyed it more while I was pregnant because I sure miss it now that its gone!
    — Shelly
  3. I totally agree with everything...i miss being pregnant with my son so much...i wish i could of enjoyed every bit of it but i was so anxious i just wanted to hold my baby in my arms...i wish i could be preg with him for just one more day.
    — janell

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