When I first brought up the topic of pregnancy complaints with my partner, he was hesitant. “Is this some kind of trap for your blog?” he asked. After a bit of coaxing and a promise that I wouldn’t take offense, he finally shared his thoughts. (For good measure, I asked a few of my friends’ partners too, and it turns out they had similar sentiments.)
1. I’m Always Sweating. And Not Just a Little.
I’m not talking about a gentle glisten. I’m like a walking sauna! I insist on keeping the air conditioning so low that our home feels like an ice rink. My partner now sleeps in cozy winter pajamas and wraps himself in an extra blanket while I lay there, cool as a cucumber, sipping ice water. Every morning, he wakes up with a cold while I’m mopping sweat off my forehead. He’s even tried adjusting the thermostat in the middle of the night, but I’m always onto him. Good luck with that, buddy!
2. My Libido is MIA.
Surprisingly, my partner’s first complaint wasn’t about our romantic life, but as the months rolled by, it came up. Let’s just say my interest in intimacy has hit an all-time low. I’m more likely to cling to my pregnancy pillow than to him, and honestly, who wants to cuddle when you’re dealing with sore hips and a growing belly? Not exactly the most alluring scenario!
3. My Sense of Smell is Off the Charts.
With pregnancy comes heightened senses, and my nose is working overtime. Everything smells like it’s gone bad! I had to hide his face lotion because it made me gag, and I’ve even switched tables at restaurants to escape the kitchen odors. A little high maintenance? Perhaps, but I’d rather be picky than end up tossing my cookies in public. Don’t you agree?
4. I’m a Nesting Overachiever.
Normally, I keep a manageable to-do list, but my nesting instincts have kicked into overdrive. My partner is now roped into organizing the garage, washing baby clothes, and decluttering our lives. He’s always a good sport about it, but I know that after a long week at work, the last thing he wants to do is tackle chores for a moody, pregnant lady.
5. I Tend to Overshare.
I like to keep my partner in the loop about what I’m experiencing, but he sometimes wishes I wouldn’t be so detailed. Apparently, he doesn’t want to hear about my pregnancy woes, like those embarrassing moments or the struggles with constipation. He finally sighed and said, “Sweetheart, some things are just better left unsaid.” At that point, I knew I should stop before he had even more to say.
I’m sure there were more complaints he could’ve shared, but let’s face it—he’s never going to experience the unique joy of pregnancy. However, dealing with me during this time? That’s got to be a close second!
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In summary, while pregnancy may bring about some challenges, it’s all part of the journey. Whether it’s the heat, the nesting, or the oversharing, it’s important to keep the humor alive as you navigate this unique experience together.