The Untold Truths of Pregnancy: What I Wish I Had Known

First Trimester = The Ghetto

I’m in my second trimester now, and let me just say: the first trimester was THE GHETTO. Morning sickness? That name is a lie. That heffa stayed with me all day.

They say it gets better after the first trimester, but I’m starting to think that was a lie passed down from generation to generation to keep the human race going.

Magic? Where?!

The only “magic” I feel is the science of growing a brain and tiny toenails. The physical part? That’s all happening to me, and none of it feels magical.

Let’s get into it…

“Morning” Sickness That Lasted Four Months

Some days I couldn’t even brush my teeth. My body decided minty freshness was offensive. Every attempt ended in barf. Truly humbling.

Let’s Talk Sex... Or Not

First trimester? Couldn’t stand to be touched.Second trimester? Put my husband on a plate. 🍽️

But then—orgasms. Why didn’t anyone tell me they feel... weird? A hard uterus, baby movement, and muscle contractions all at once? Not sexy.

The Leg Cramp from Hell

Who named it a “charley horse”? It’s giving Charlie Jellyfish. One wrong stretch and I’m crying and begging for a rescue massage at 3 a.m.

Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction = My New Enemy

Lol it just keeps getting better and better. Thinking about waxing, sex, or even opening your legs wide enough to squat? Well, this condition involves pain in the pelvic area due to the hormone relaxin, causing the pelvic joints to become too flexible. Too Flexible?

Carpal Tunnel? Seriously?

Apparently, my wrists are mad too. Everything hurts, and I miss my hands.

Why Am I Always Sweating?!

I used to be a light-glow girl. Now? My armpits, back, thighs — all living in their own personal saunas.

The Hardest Truth: Depression

This one hit the hardest.

Yes — prenatal depression is real. I didn’t expect it. I have an amazing therapist, and thank God I do because I’ve had nights where I just didn’t want to get up the next day.

It’s hard to feel alone when you’re not alone. It’s hard to explain the sadness when even you don’t understand it. And it’s even harder to feel guilty for not feeling “grateful” enough. But here’s the truth:

It’s hormonal. It’s real. And it doesn’t mean you love your baby any less.

We Need to Talk About the Real Side of Pregnancy

Not everyone glows. Not everyone feels blissful. Some of us are sweating, puking, cramping, and crying. And that’s okay.

You're not ungrateful. You’re just human. A human growing another human — and that’s a lot. 💛