1. It is quite awkward to be judged by the size of your stomach! Many people kept telling me they did not believe I was pregnant and ask when I am going to start showing. I get many awkward looks when people find out I am pregnant. It is odd to have one area of your body focused on so intensely.
2. On this same note, I have been told by my midwives that I need to eat more food and can basically eat whatever I want (which they say they do not tell anyone). This is because I only crave healthy foods, especially vegetables and cheese sticks. Therefore, I have now been tasked to gain a pound a week from now on. I did not think I would be told I need to gain weight.
3. I have discovered that the world of fashion is against us preggors. A few of the trends this season appear to be shorter shirts, dresses that are shorter in the front than the back, short/tight skirts and basically anything that is short! Searching for cute sundresses in the junior section has been quite an entertaining experience.
4. While on these shopping adventures mentioned, I have heard multiple women in fitting rooms say "Ugh, I just don't want to look pregnant!" Hey now!
5. I have also found that I feel a little vulnerable as I walk around with my pants unbuttoned half of the time and I have to completely rely on a hair tie, belly band, or long shirt to cover up the gaping space of my open zipper!
6. I googled what type of bathing suit to wear while pregnant to see what people were saying on forums (I know, big nerd). I found one posting that asked men what they think about pregnant women wearing two pieces. A few men said that it was gross and thought moms should do a better job protecting their little one!
7. Speaking of summer, when people find out I am due mid-September they respond with something like "Oh girl, it's going to be a hot summer for you!" Yes yes, thank you for the reminder.
8. Lastly, James and I are thrilled to say that we are delivering at the Charleston Birth Place. This means that I will have a natural delivery which I am hoping takes place in the form of water birth. This decision has also yielded interesting responses from friends and family and I am surprised that so many people think it is a crazy idea! I believe I am strong enough and am so thankful to have an extremely supportive husband.
So there are a few of my musings thus far. I am sure there is much more to come and am so excited about this adventure! I will be sure to share more with you, especially the gender of our sweet little baby!
