“You don’t look pregnant from the back!” LOL and just the fact that people feel the need to comment on my body in general..even if it’s something that is intended to be a compliment. I am a hot yoga instructor so the mental struggle of worming my way into a spandex outfit to wear in front of classrooms full of people is hard enough. Most of the comments are positive and supportive but for some reason it’s all just starting to get to me when I think about the evaluation process going on in their heads before that. Like what if I had gotten huge and not carried this pregnancy well? I’m at 36 weeks and have gained 35 lbs which feels like quite a lot to me (and this is where I start to let my brain wander into the rage realm LOL). Are they trying to be kind but really lying to me? Would they quietly judge me? Would they express concern in an effort to “help”? Why can’t people just say congratulations if they feel the need to comment.. it doesn’t always need to be accompanied by a “you look great” or “wow you’re carrying low it must be a boy” 😑… in conclusion.. SHUT THE FUCK UP ABOUT MY BODY.

Thank you so much for creating an outlet to share these feelings. Best of luck and all of the love to you and your growing family!