Good boundaries or am I already being overdramatic

I’m almost 34 weeks pregnant. No one has reached out or checked in on me other than my partner and my mom. A few people rarely ask how I’m doing at family events like just a simple hi how are you. 95% of the time I only talk to my mom and boyfriend. I’m worried as soon as my baby boy comes I’m going to get overwhelmed with family wanting to see him. I guess I’ve just been feeling ignored by both of our families throughout my pregnancy, it’s my first, and then everyone is going to expect to be apart of our big moments. Maybe I’m being overprotective and overdramatic to a situation that hasn’t happened? Maybe I’m just really anxious? Please let me know any thoughts.

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Your perspective is completely valid. I lost friends with my first pregnancy. They just simply stopped inviting me to things or reaching out suddenly. I didnt beg them to stay, I let them go. Im on my 2nd now and just like you only my partner and mom are truly invested in the process with me and even at times my mom can be insensitive. I dont plan on announcing to anyone who hasnt been involved. If my mom sends pics to people I dont exactly mind as long as its a certain amount of time after birth to preserve that special period for just my little family to enjoy. If people ask to see them (dont know baby's gender) they will have to wait at least a month as I will be observing a 30-40 day quarantine for that timeframe and focusing on bonding and healing.

I can see that.

I would like to be left alone during my pregnancy. The constant how are you feeling question drives me up the wall along with the how’s the baby. I’m pregnant, irritable, and your guess is as good as mine when it comes to my baby In my belly. For all I know she could be having a bad day

I think ultimately it depends on your comfort level. If it bothers you speak up, you have every right to do so. Also, if you have anxiety set boundaries.

I also am setting boundaries for when my baby arrives. Hospital visit only, no home visits for at least a week and no overnight guest…like ever

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