In this episode of My Birth Way, I discuss my increased blood volume and how my veins in my hands have been protruding more. I also reflect on how my husband, Jason, has really started to get excited!

You finally get to see my growing belly because I’m starting to show, and I can definitely feel my uterus stretching! And last, but not least, I talk about the cool and amazing places that I’m starting to get fat.

That’s the really crazy thing about women getting fatter as they grow during pregnancy… Many women are afraid of this phenomenon. It’s completely normal and healthy. There are numerous health risks to mom and baby if mom doesn’t gain enough weight during pregnancy (although just how much one should gain depends on a lot of factors). In my house, Jason and I do not use the word “fat” in a negative way.

I am getting fatter now, and I’m loving it. Why? Because that means my body is working the right way to ensure both me and my baby remain healthy!

Please stop worrying about weight gain during pregnancy, and instead thank your body for knowing exactly how to grow your baby. Congrats on your body fat!!!

Life & love,

Emma

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