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So you know how sometimes you have those days where u don’t wanna go outside and don’t wanna be seen by no one and u just wanna stay in your pj’s all day, hair not done you get the point lol. So now that I’m 8 months pregnant and have a 12 month old I have these days a lot. My family (love them to death) always come over even tho sometimes I tell them not to. I don’t like them coming over when I’m feeling and looking like this, sometimes I just wanna be left alone with my baby and preg self until hubby comes back from work. I know they just wanna help but I don’t have the energy to see anyone. Am I weird for refusing help? 🫠

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I'm like that every day at this point (2 months pp). I'm the same way, and we haven't had anyone come over and "help"

@Karissa right! Ugh, but then when I tell them no they think I’m depressed and still come over 🫠 like just leave me alone I’m happy in my own bubble for now

It’s not weird. People like to help in their own way rather than what the new parents would actually like/ need but it’s about communication. If they still intrude I just wouldn’t answer the door or my phone anymore lol

Do you ever tell them why you don't want the company? Oooo or what if you set up designated family days where they get to come check on you/help AND you get to prepare for it? And if you can't tell them no, or aren't willing to lock them out, make them work.... they can rearrange every room, every day if you'd like. You're "nesting." They can meal prep freezer meals for after the new baby, "you're tired." Send them to a room to deep clean, ceilings included... behind the fridge or stove... what about your washer/dryer when was the last time those were cleaned inside and behind/under? If you have a hood over your stove, and you dont clean it regularly, it's a fire hazard. You got a 12 month old and you have been so busy this past year, did u get to any of that or are they already doing all that kinda help?

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