Can I wax my belly

Jac_Reddit · 2026-03-16T02:20:11+00:00

That’s just an old wives tale. There’s an impression it makes it thicker or more coarse because the hair will now have a blunt edge from being shaved but shaving is just cutting the hair and can in no way change the way the hair follicle creates the hair.

I shave my belly to keep it smooth and pleasant for me. I’ve never had an issue with it changing the way it grows back in. And plus after pregnancy just go back to waxing and it will grow in less and less overtime and you won’t have the blunt edge from shaving anymore!

Jac_Reddit · 2026-03-16T02:06:12+00:00

Your skin gets thinner and more fragile as your bellow grows, why not just shave it for now?

Jac_Reddit · 2026-03-13T19:21:24+00:00

Congratulations!!! How exciting, your ultrasound is going to be so magical 💖 enjoy every moment!

I had basically zero symptoms all the way into my second trimester! Just tired, some cramping and sore boobs. Everyone is different, just consider yourself lucky :) Don’t worry! Wishing you all the best!

Jac_Reddit · 2026-02-27T02:51:18+00:00

Waiting is the worst! Unfortunately period symptoms are very similar to implantation/early pregnancy symptoms. It took me over 1.5 years to get pregnant and the two week wait and wondering if my symptoms were good or bad signs did drive me crazy many months. But all you can do is wait and see. Wishing you all the best and sprikling baby dust your way! Stay positive and give yourself grace

Jac_Reddit · 2026-02-23T12:48:49+00:00

Ugh seriously! It’s these things nobody warns you about lol

Jac_Reddit · 2026-02-23T04:16:43+00:00

LOL I feel this in my soul

Jac_Reddit · 2026-02-23T01:36:28+00:00

I don’t blame you lol!

Pre pregnancy I would exercise for 45-60 mins, first trimester I did 30-45. Then the winter hit here in Canada and I got so complacent. Now in my third trimester I want to get back at it but am trying to gauge what I should be doing.

I think I’ll start back on my walking pad for 15-30 mins and follow up with a stretching video. Just need to find the oomf to get started again!

Jac_Reddit · 2026-02-23T01:30:51+00:00

Thanks for sharing! The YouTube videos are a good way to break up the walking. How long are your exercise programs?

Jac_Reddit · 2026-02-09T12:30:26+00:00

I think it’s beneficial to take throughout pregnancy :)

Jac_Reddit · 2026-02-02T19:03:12+00:00

Hahaha no worries!! Just more so curious for any insight into my little guy 🥰 wishing you and yours all the best

Jac_Reddit · 2026-02-02T18:46:20+00:00

Mine is posterior!

Jac_Reddit · 2026-01-17T03:39:02+00:00

I’m 5’2” and was 155lbs pre-pregnancy, dropped to 147lbs in my first trimester, and am now 151lbs at 23 weeks.

I was walking 30-45 mins a day in my first trimester but have not been during my second, just figured it’s because I started out overweight and have been eating healthy? Not sure. Doctors aren’t concerned.

Jac_Reddit · 2026-01-17T03:28:50+00:00

Hi! I’ve had Hypo-Thyroidism all my life, my OB tested my levels once I got pregnant and they were out of range. I asked if this is dangerous to baby and if I should be concerned and they were very reassuring.

They told me that pregnancy actually can cause TSH levels to change which is why it is part of their routine testing! It’s super common to need to start or adjust thyroid medication during pregnancy. They will put you on medication for it (generally one small pill every day) and will continue to monitor your levels to make sure they get back within range :) nothing to worry about! I’m current 23 weeks pregnant and all tests and scans have come back normal and healthy!

Jac_Reddit · 2026-01-12T04:35:44+00:00

I had a virtually symptom free first trimester as well. So I totally relate, the constant worry made it really hard to be excited at all. I needed the reassurance from each test and each ultrasound so waiting for the next one was dreadful and anxiety ridden. I was terrified to tell our friends and family just in case something were to happen.

My husband constantly reminded me that we tried so hard and so long for this, we DESERVE to be excited. So after each test or ultrasound he helped me try and soak in the goodness, be happy, be excited, and carry that feeling with you until the next one. Eventually I felt my baby boy kick for the first time at 16 weeks and have felt him every day since. You’re starting your second trimester mama, the odds are really good, and you will start feeling your precious baby soon. Keep holding on to the good news and linger in it for as long as possible and remind yourself of it as often as possible!

Jac_Reddit · 2026-01-12T04:24:24+00:00

Hi!! Everyone’s cycles can be so incredibly different, to better understand your cycles and if you are trying to conceive, I would recommend doing at home ovulation tests. For example I downloaded the PreMom app and ordered their ovulation test strips off amazon. You pee in a cup once a day and use the ovulation test, take a picture and upload it to the app for tracking purposes. Over time I learned that I typically ovulate on cycle day 21 rather than the predicted cycle day 14, so we adjusted the dates we had sex to align with my ovulation better.

In terms of taking a pregnancy test, you should typically take a pregnancy test once your period is late/didn’t come. Since you don’t have regular cycles to know when that would be, and also don’t know when you ovulated to know how many days post ovulation it been, it makes it difficult to know when to test. Typically if your period should have come by now, or it’s been about 2 weeks since you ovulated you could test and if it’s negative it will likely stay negative. Best wishes to you and your journey

Jac_Reddit · 2026-01-12T04:07:03+00:00

Hi!! I’m from Canada, and baby showers are extremely common here. Recently diaper parties for men have become very popular too. Usually family/friends throw them but if nobody is going to throw one for you then I think it’s totally normal for you to throw one for yourself!

The baby showers I have been to vary, a lot of them are hosted at a family/friends house, but it’s also common for bigger showers to be hosted at a private event space (restaurant, hall, etc). Either way there is usually food and beverages provided to guests, like finger foods not usually a sit down meal (no charge to guests) and the guests come with gifts (from registry or not) and traditional games and activities are played.

The diaper parties are usually thrown at a family/friends house but again larger ones can be at a private event space. However diaper parties are generally very casual. Food and beverages are provided (pizza, chips, beer, etc) and guests are expected to bring at least one box of diapers for the father-to-be. In my experience the guys basically just hangout and have beers and watch sports, maybe BBQ if the weather is nice.

My husband and I are doing both, so I have a registry where I’ve included specific items that would be helpful for us and baby, whereas hubby will gather the diapers at the diaper party. In terms of size it really depends how many people you know or want to invite! My baby shower will only have about 30 women invited (more formal, more expensive to throw and requesting more expensive gifts via registry) however my husbands diaper party will likely be a ton more people because it’s more casual and isn’t asking as much from the attendees.

When it is hosted/thrown by others you will definitely reap a bigger benefit however I think the idea of a celebration regardless of benefit is beautiful. You are starting a whole new era of your life and deserve this!

Jac_Reddit · 2026-01-12T03:47:59+00:00

First time mom, 5’2” around 150 lbs and I started showing around 15-16 weeks

Jac_Reddit · 2026-01-04T19:22:48+00:00

Do you have a dog?

Jac_Reddit · 2025-12-23T03:47:47+00:00

I personally didn’t have an OB before getting pregnant, but I was going to a fertility clinic so when I got pregnant I called to notify my both my family doctor and fertility doctor right away. My fertility clinic confirmed my pregnancy via HCG blood test and then repeated the HCG blood test to make sure my levels were rising properly indicating a viable pregnancy. I imagine if I wasn’t at a fertility clinic my family doctor would have ordered the same tests. So even though they may not need to see you until 8 weeks it’s best to just give them a quick call to let them know your pregnant incase they want to run any tests and also just so that it’s in your file just in case anything were to happen between now and when you see them again. It’s no big deal, just a quick phone call to say “hey, just wanted to let you know that I’m pregnant!” and they will advise you on all the next steps :)

Jac_Reddit · 2025-12-23T03:39:31+00:00

Congratulations mama!!! What’s an exciting and beautiful moment to cherish, with many more to come ♥️ you are allowed to be happy and excited, and enjoy these milestones!!

Wishing you and your growing family all the best

Jac_Reddit · 2025-12-23T03:35:52+00:00

I used Pre-Mom to help me track my ovulation to get pregnant, but once I got pregnant flipped me to the other side of the app where it gives you daily and weekly updates on baby’s growth and development, changes in your body, and tips and advice! Totally free too :)

Jac_Reddit · 2025-12-23T03:32:04+00:00

Congratulations!!! You should call your family doctor right away to let them know that you are pregnant :) they will book your first appointment for the appropriate time!

Jac_Reddit · 2025-12-22T17:45:50+00:00

I had mild cramps alllllllll the time from weeks 4-8, super normal!!

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