There are things we are commonly warned about that occur in pregnancy, such as stretch marks and nausea. We knew in advance we would be big and uncomfortable, that we may get sick a lot, and our bodies would get some weird new lines on them. But there are also other interesting tidbits about being pregnant, especially in the 3rd trimester, that maybe not all of us are aware of.
Is pregnancy glamorous? pregnancy expectations vs reality
I’m only sharing this with you ladies because I feel, as a friend, I need to be honest and real with you. I believe in being truthful and realistic here on the blog. No sugar coating should be expected here. And you need to know, my friend. It’s better to know what to expect in the final trimester than to be surprised by some of the yucky things that happen to your body during pregnancy.
Here are a few observations I’ve made recently that show just how UN-glamorous pregnancy can be. Come have a chuckle with me and enjoy the list.
5 things that make pregnancy oh-so-glamorous:
- Hemorrhoids. Yep, apparently, these are common. Yech. Not only are you constipated a lot, but when you do go, it isn’t all that pleasant. TMI? No topic is off-limits when you’re pregnant.
- Incontinence. You’ll sneeze and pee yourself. Yep, it is just a matter of time. I live in panty liners now.
In case the panty liners aren’t enough, there are incontinence adult diapers or underpants you can wear to be more comfortable. Wearing them will save you from worrying about getting in an embarrassing situation every time you go out. - All that discharge. Did I mention panty liners? Yep. Cause gross stuff comes out of you. Here’s TMI again.
- Gas. You’ll fart like an old man, I kid you not!
- Leaky Boobs. Ok, I haven’t experienced this quite yet, but I’m sure it is coming. I carry some of those boob pads in my purse just in case I start leaking at work someday.
Got anything to add to this list? I’d love to hear it.
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J @ Bless Her Heart Y'all says
What a funny post! Thanks for being so honest! Thank you also for joining Celebrate Southern this week dear! I hope to see you back on Tuesday! 🙂
Julie says
Thanks 🙂 I’m glad you have a fun link up like Celebrate Southern – cause we have a good sense of humor too.
Caroline says
Oh, how this post made me laugh – brilliant! I actually quite enjoyed pregnancy, but only enough to do it once!! My son’s 14 now, so it’s all a bit of a distant memory.
Julie says
Haha once might be enough. I agreed to try it out, and depending on how this whole thing turned out, I may or may not agree on one more.
Megan Walker says
Nothing to add to the list (yet!), but I know I was shocked when I learned most women poop the table when giving birth. My husband is a doctor, and he said it’s not really a big deal to the medical professionals because they see it so much.
Well, for ME, I do not want that to happen, especially if I have family in the room!
Thanks for sharing on Hump Day Happenings : )
Julie says
I’m kind of worried about that too. I hope if it happens no one says anything and the nurses discreetly clean it away. But omg what if I poop on my baby! What an awful thought lol
aimee fauci says
I have to say that in my 3rd tri, I stopped glowing! I was ugly and I’m not ashamed to say it. My belly was big and since my appetite was at zero my face was thin…
Julie says
I feel ya! Up until October things were fine but now I’m just a big swollen mess heh.
sara says
The 3:00 am Charlie Horse in the calf….thats when you know you are almost there.
Julie says
Haha I’ve been having that for a few months now too. NOT FUN AT ALL.
Raewyn says
Ack, it does not sound pleasant…good thing the rest is worth it!
Julie says
I’m pretty sure the most unpleasant part is still to come.. I’m so nervous about labor heh.
Elizabeth says
Don’t worry, you will experience “the leak”! LOL. Sorry, but I guess it is what we give to get such darling little beings into our homes! Good luck!
Julie says
Haha. Well I only have a couple/few weeks to go but at this point I just expect anything.
Christy H. says
I was ready to Oh and Ah over preggo glamour! But yes! Those are some of the unfortunate things we deal with.. blah!
Julie says
Haha yea I wanted a fun sarcastic post. I’m sure I’ll do a nice happy positive post too.
Heather {Woods of Bell Trees} says
Oh ugh! I did not enjoy being pregnant! So many women told me they loved it….how do you enjoy this! LOL
Julie says
I guess it is different for everyone, but I look at people sideways if they say they love being pregnant. I wonder if they’re a little delusional lol
Kristin @ MOMentous Moms says
LOL this is a great and perfect list. I also love how in the third trimester your stomach is always lopsided and you start to walk like you have hip problems, because you do, people think calling it a penguin waddle is cute but it just stinks!
Julie says
I thought I was waddling because of all the pain in my pelvis and other lady parts LOL
Daniela R. says
Oh my God, hahah, what an interesting list! Haha
Patti says
While i laughed, I’m laughing/crying/farting with you, not at you.
Julie says
I love this comment 🙂
Talya Tate Boerner says
Yikes. It’s been years for me. haha.
Natalie says
Haha! The things we do to make sure that life continues on!