Tag: body changes
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It’s Not Just the Drinks; It’s the Age
Get Pregnant Fast Fast-forward a couple of decades—make that 25 years—and that third glass of wine during dinner can leave me feeling like I’ve been trampled by a herd of elephants the following morning. Sometimes it lingers for the entire day. The culprit isn’t a wild drinking spree akin to reality TV drama; it’s simply…
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The Unwelcome FUPA and Other Post-Baby Body Oddities
Get Pregnant Fast I knew that pregnancy would bring about a whirlwind of changes (let’s face it, some really bizarre stuff). Growing a tiny human is no small feat, so it’s no surprise that expecting parents often feel like their bodies are in complete chaos. However, what truly caught me off guard were the peculiarities…
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Hilarious Video Captures the Breast Journey After Motherhood
Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy and breastfeeding can lead to a variety of changes in a woman’s body—some delightful and others, well, not so much. A humorous video shared by the Facebook page Breastfeeding Mama Talk from the Polish blog SuperStyler perfectly illustrates the evolution of a mother’s breasts from the blissful days of pregnancy to…
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He Seems to Be Carrying More Than I Am
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to pregnancy, the journey can be filled with unexpected twists and turns, especially when you’re comparing bellies. I recently found myself chuckling at a friend, Alex, who jokingly remarked, “He looks more pregnant than I do!” It’s funny how friends can bond over the ups and downs of pregnancy,…
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30 Ways Pregnancy Mirrors Freshman Year of College
Get Pregnant Fast Embarking on the journey of pregnancy can feel strikingly similar to the whirlwind experience of your freshman year in college. Both periods are filled with new challenges, moments of embarrassment, and a whole lot of confusion. As you navigate through these transformative times, here are 30 ways that being pregnant is just…
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10 Struggles of Pregnancy You Didn’t Sign Up For
Get Pregnant Fast Pregnancy is often portrayed as a beautiful journey, but let’s be real—there are some serious downsides that nobody warns you about. Here’s a candid look at 10 aspects of pregnancy that can really test your patience. The Secret Struggles: In the first trimester, you might feel like absolute crap—think morning sickness, constipation,…
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I Used to Be a Smug Know-It-All About My First Pregnancy
Get Pregnant Fast Until recently, I had a rather inflated sense of my own prowess when it came to pregnancy. About seven months ago, I found myself shaking my head at the many complaints I heard from other expectant mothers. Surely, I thought, I was just exceptionally skilled at navigating this journey, while the rest…
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Why Pregnancy Isn’t Glamorous: Leaky Breasts, Awkward Gas, and More
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s get real: pregnancy isn’t exactly the picturesque experience many make it out to be. There, I said it! It’s a refreshing relief to voice this sentiment, akin to running freely through a wildflower meadow—full of life but not exactly magazine-cover material. Now, before you label me a Negative Nancy (I prefer…
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The Top 10 Surprising Post-Pregnancy Body Changes
Get Pregnant Fast As many expectant mothers can attest, pregnancy comes with its fair share of unusual and puzzling transformations—like that unexpected nipple hair that seems to pop up overnight. However, the journey doesn’t end with childbirth; the post-pregnancy phase can bring its own set of surprises that are often overlooked. So, let’s dive into…
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7 Essential Reality Checks Before You Welcome Your Baby
Get Pregnant Fast What is it about the journey to motherhood that often leaves us feeling utterly unprepared? The last few weeks leading up to your baby’s arrival can feel like sitting in a sinking boat, watching a massive tidal wave rush toward you and thinking, “I’ll just ride this out.” I mean, who doesn’t…