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Apr 19, 2024

First Trimester Realities vs. Expectations: My Unfiltered Journey Through Nausea, Body Changes, Mental Health Struggles and Becoming a First Time Mom

In this episode, I take you behind the curtains and dive deep into the real and raw journey of my first trimester as a first time mom.

I talk about mental health, coping with nausea, and the curveballs of pregnancy diets. I also discussed the importance of early midwife applications, the invaluable support from doulas, and demystified first trimester sex.

Pregnancy is not a one-size-fits-all experience. Whether you're expecting, planning to be, or simply curious about the journey, this episode has something for you.

We talk about:

06:00 - My Baby Steps course is still open

17:00 - Finding out about my pregnancy early and the changes in my mental health

23:00 - Symptoms during my first trimester and changes in my diet

28:00 - My mental health struggles

34:00 - Suffering from nausea all day, not just in the morning

47:00 - How I exercise during first trimester

52:00 - Changes in my skin during pregnancy and my high HCG levels

56:00 - My decision to go with midwife care and proactive approach in considering a home birth

1:01:00 - The book: The Mama Natural Week-by-Week Guide to Pregnancy and Childbirth

1:05:00 - My libido and still having sex during pregnancy

Questions answered in this episode:

What influenced my decision to choose a midwife over an OB?
What are the benefits of home birthing that I find appealing?
When is a good time to apply for a midwife during pregnancy?
How can pregnancy affect sleep patterns and libido during the first trimester?
Is it safe to have sex during the first trimester of pregnancy?
How does the risk of miscarriage impact mental health during the first trimester?
How does I coped with changes in my eating habits due to pregnancy nausea?
How has pregnancy affected my exercise routine and skincare regimen?

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Resources:

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