All Women Are Made Differently!

I am now 17 weeks pregnant and I think the best advice I can give is to NOT compare yourself to other mommies. My mantra these days is to remember that all women are made differently and if and when you get pregnant it becomes so obvious how different you are from your fellow peers who are also pregnant. In the world of pregnancy I am one those woman who is showing rather quickly. Thankfully, it's all in my mid-section, and boobs but I know that will change. I am sure slowly it will beging to spread to my bum and that's ok too. Just secure yourself a kick-ass trainer for after-baby.

I spoke to my doctor about it the other day and she was rather supportive yet frank. She said that my weight gain is fine and to monitor it and try and keep it under 30 pounds and that 25 pounds would be ideal. As long as you feel good, are eating mostly healthy and exercising you are fine.

You will have to tell yourself this weekly if not daily but also remember it's a great lesson in acceptance and NOT beating yourself up through this process.