First Time Moms and Pregnancy

Being pregnant and becoming a mom for the first time can be daunting as you have no idea how your body will react while growing your little one. Below are a few things I learned during my pregnancy that no one told me about and how I handled them!

No one ever told me about Spider veins! I feel like one day I woke up and there they were, these hideous blue lines running up and down the back of my thighs. These can show up in some women as more blood is circulating through their bodies than normal. Thank goodness these are only temporary!

Next, I was surprised to see major changes in my sex drive. During pregnancy, women’s hormones are all over the place so there is no telling in you will lose it or it will increase. Apparently, it’s pretty common as well for you or your partner to get in your head about having sex once you are further along in pregnancy. My best advice is to go with the flow and just listen to your body!

Lastly, you can start lactating before birth! Your breasts are one of the things that go through many changes during pregnancy. In the beginning, they can be sore and super sensitive, and throughout your trimesters grow at a rapid pace. Colostrum is what is produced before your actual milk comes in. This is what can be secreted before birth. Don’t worry though this is completely normal as your body prepares to nurse your baby.

Things that happen during pregnancy, especially for new moms may feel a bit overwhelming, so it’s important to know that you’re not alone. Ask your mom, other family members, friends, and/or your doctor any questions you may have. Most of us ladies have been through this at one time or another so I promise no question should be embarrassing or off-limits!