Nesting at 32 weeks

What is nesting?

Nesting during pregnancy is the act of preparing your home (your "nest") for your baby's arrival, often fueled by bursts of energy and a strong desire to clean, organize, and make sure everything is in order.

Nesting but not pregnant

It's a biological urge shared by humans and other mammals, like birds and dogs, and it's driven by an innate desire to prepare and protect.

Nesting isn't a medical condition, and it's not something your healthcare provider will diagnose you with during your prenatal visits.

And while not much research has been done on this common instinct, one study found that pregnant women spent more time cleaning and organizing their home than women who weren't pregnant. The same study also found that moms-to-be were more selective about the company they kept and preferred sticking close to home – both protective, "nestlike" behaviors.

When does nesting start?

Nesting can start as early as when you're around 24 weeks pregnant, but it usually peaks in

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