What were your biggest pregnancy surprises and pet peeves?
in Pregnancy ·
Gisela As I've said before:
I’ve never been a touchy-feely person, and I absolutely loathe anyone invading my personal space. But honestly? It feels like this guy’s stomach has some kind of magnetic pull for other people's hands. I mean, hello?! I don't go around pawing at anyone's chest or touching a single inch of anyone else's body!
Oh, great. I also love it when acquaintances—who have absolutely no clue that I’m pregnant—feel the sudden, burning need to comment on how much weight I’ve put on this winter. Apparently, they think I just stopped watching what I eat. How polite of them. Honestly, where is the decency?
That same thing absolutely drove me insane during my first pregnancy. It didn't matter if it was someone I knew or a total stranger—it felt like they were all just hovering, waiting for a chance to dart across the street just to grab at my stomach. It was maddening. I complained about it so much after that experience that by the time this pregnancy rolled around, I made sure everyone understood the boundaries. Now, people give my belly a wide berth out of pure respect. Nobody dares to touch.😁
I am honestly fed up with how everyone is reacting to my child now that I’m pregnant. People are being far too comfortable and intrusive, badgering my kid with endless, mindless questions. Seriously, what is wrong with people? They look at my stomach and ask things like, "What's in there? A basketball?" It's relentless, and frankly, it's exhausting.
So, what’s the plan? Are you actually going to have a brother or a sister, or what?
You have to look out for your mother and lend her a hand...
Every psychologist thinks they’re some kind of authority, but what about the poor guy stuck dealing with this mess? I face these exact same questions ten times a day. And the worst part? It’s usually from people I barely even know—just acquaintances passing by. Honestly, why do people have such an insatiable need to just talk? I truly don't get it.🤷