Anyone who interacts with pregnant women should definitely take note of this. Never in the history of ever has a pregnant woman asked for comments about her size. When a woman isn’t pregnant, nobody feels the need to comment on her appearance, so why would anyone think it’s okay to do so when she’s carrying a tiny human inside? Seriously, can we all just agree to keep those comments to ourselves?
The only thing that should come out of your mouth when you see a pregnant woman is “YOU LOOK INCREDIBLE.” That’s it. No exceptions.
During a recent grocery store trip, Laura Baxter, who is expecting her third child, had an unfortunate encounter with a stranger who thought it was appropriate to ask about her due date and then insult her with, “Wow, you sure it’s not twins?” Really? Who does that?
“There’s no other situation where a stranger feels entitled to approach someone and critique their body,” Laura points out. “If you’re ever tempted to comment on how a pregnant woman looks, just remember: the only acceptable thing to say is YOU LOOK INCREDIBLE.”
Asking if she’s carrying multiples or making remarks about her size isn’t just rude; it’s downright inconsiderate. “It’s not cute. It’s not small talk. It’s just bad manners,” she emphasized, and honestly, who could disagree?
So, let’s all collectively embrace the mantra of positivity and keep our lips zipped about size. And if you’re interested in learning more about pregnancy or home insemination, check out this other blog post on intracervical insemination. If you’re looking for expert advice on home insemination, Make A Mom’s BabyMaker home intracervical insemination syringe kit combo is a fantastic resource. Additionally, Progyny offers excellent insights into pregnancy that you won’t want to miss.
In summary, the next time you spot a pregnant woman, compliment her and keep any size-related thoughts to yourself. Trust us, she’ll appreciate you for it!