Nesting is an act or process of preparing your home to welcome the newborn. It
is a common biological trait associated with the sudden burst of energy during
late pregnancy. It involves physical preparations for motherhood, such as baby-
proofing the house, cleaning the entire home, buying baby gear and also doing
laundry. You may even begin emotional preparation by spending more time and
bonding with the partner and the unborn by talking to them .
Do All Pregnant Women Nest?
different, so are their pregnancy and changes . Some women have the urge and
others may not. A few may be unable to nest because of physical restrictions
such as being on bed rest, or due to prior infertility treatments or miscarriages.
How Will You Know If You Are Nesting?
Every pregnant woman who is nesting might exhibit different behaviors and
action. Here are a few common signs that indicate you are nesting:
You tend to wash, fold and organize the baby’s clothing and gear several times a
day and may want to do it again and again.
Choosier about spending time with family and friends
Feel like staying close to home
An urge to clean every part of the house
Creating a checklist for baby items
These behaviors can manifest anytime from a few days to few months before
labor.
What Induces This Nesting Instinct During Pregnancy?
There is no specific reason why women exhibit nesting in pregnancy. The
following reasons may trigger your urge for nesting:
High energy levels in the second trimester let you do more work
The anticipation of the baby’s arrival, and the desire to have everything ready
Frustration and boredom as you tend to stay idle during pregnancy
Motherly instinct to protect the newborn
Thoughts that caring for the baby will require a lot of energy and time, and you
need to be ready before the arrival
Urge to clean the home increases once you get off that queasy feeling of morning
sickness and start feeling energetic
These factors can cause specific behaviors that indicate you are in the nesting
phase.
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