Monday, January 11, 2010

First Trimester Survival for the Single Mom

As promised, here is my advice on surviving the first trimester solo. Keep in mind that, as a single mom, I am very conscious of costs (since it cost some serious money just to get knocked up). This advice does not include hiring any help - but if you can afford it, go for it. For the majority of us that can't afford a chef and cleaning service, this stuff could be invaluable. If you have any other suggestions, feel free to add them. I'm sure there are other single moms (or even married moms) who would benefit from your wisdom!

As soon as you find out you are pregnant:
1. Buy a year's supply of paper plates and plastic silverware. I know it is not very environmentally friendly but you aren't going to have the energy to do dishes - even with a dishwasher.
2. Collect menus from every restaurant that will deliver to you. When you call them, ask them to put in some plates and silverware.
3. Vacuum your house NOW - because you won't do it again for a couple of months. Or, if you have the money and you're a clean freak, consider buying one of those robotic vacuum cleaners.
4. Shave every furry living creature you have in your house. Seriously, they shed even more when they know you're too tired to vacuum.
5. Buy a case of crackers - saltines if you can eat them. If you have gluten issues like I do, just get the closest thing you can find. Stay away from the crunchy rice ones - they take too much energy to chew.
6. Buy a case of Gatorade or some other electrolyte beverage. I don't know why - but orange Gatorade has been my salvation. I'll probably never be able to drink it after this kid is born - but for now? - SALVATION.
7. Put a bleach tablet in your toilet tank now. Again - not very environmentally friendly, but you'll want a clean bowl to throw-up in without having to clean it every other day.
8. You can try to fill your freezer with frozen microwave meals but I found that my cravings and aversions changed between the grocery store and my home - so what's the point?
9. If you have cats, like I do, get a mask and a box of rubber gloves. Wear them while cleaning the litter box. You'll look like an idiot but the gloves reduce the risk of toxoplasmosis and the mask will filter out the smell so you don't throw-up (thus creating more mess to clean up).
10. If you have a dog that requires long walks, set up "play dates" for every day, as many times a day as possible. Have the other dog's mom or dad come get your dog. Or better yet, just give your dog to them for the next 2 months. (You can tell I'm not as much a dog person.)
11. If you love your TV shows but you don't have Tivo or a DVR, get one. You'll be going to bed by 9 pm no matter what kind of night owl you are.
12 Take your pregnancy books and rip out and burn the sections on What Daddy can expect while you're expecting. It's just going to piss you off when you're flipping through the book while lying on the bathroom floor.


DO NOT:
1. Plan any big trips or adventures.
2. Expect to be able to eat out with friends. Someone is bound to order something that will send you running to the bathroom.
3. Leave the house without a bottle of water, a pack of crackers, mouth wash or breath mints.


Throughout the first trimester:
1. Take a thermal mug with your cold drink of choice to bed with you. Use a straw. It's easier to drink while lying flat.
2. Take crackers to bed as well. Eat a couple before you even get out of bed in the morning.
3. Ask all visitors to take their shoes off and just walk around in their socks. They won't track stuff in and they will actually pick up some animal fur and take it with them.

8 comments:

  1. I think I might have to write this down. I haven't even had my first RE appointment but this good stuff.

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  2. I like people to take off their shoes in my house anyways, but never thought of them helping me clean my hardwood floors this way! That tip had me lol! I'm with Gille, I need to write these down. Looking forward to your second trimester (and third) tips as well.

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  3. Hi Kris,

    I'm sending you a big congratulations on your pregnancy! I did not find my first semester as trying. My son is now 6 years old. I also had him on my own.

    Rae

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  4. I just found your blog - and I love this post - you had me falling over with laughter - I almost began to feel good that I'm not pregnant yet!
    Sarah

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  5. Love your post! I shared it with my cousin, who had a trying first trimester and we were cracking up! I have just discovered your blog too. Congrats on your pregnancy!

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  6. I just discovered your blog. You have me laughing out loud! I am definitely going to have take your advice!

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