What a blessing!
But truth for the matter,pregnancy as well freaks us out. Like seriously.
Let me start with myself: when I found out I was expecting a child,I almost fainted even thought we saw it coming. I started panicking. Crying. I was scared to death.
How will this affect my life? My mind and body? Will the Sonia I know be gone forever? Will pregnancy make me ugly? Unhappy? Depressed? Unattractive? Will it be very awkward,painful and uncomfortable?
What can I expect?
How will this affect my life? My mind and body? Will the Sonia I know be gone forever? Will pregnancy make me ugly? Unhappy? Depressed? Unattractive? Will it be very awkward,painful and uncomfortable?
What can I expect?
I can still remember the emotional roller coaster I have passed through.
And I can bet,I am not alone.
So,my ladies,my intention with this post is to share some tips that helped me take the best out of this miraculous 9 months and rock the pregnancy like a fancy,unique million dollar accessories.
1) DOLL UP HON!
- I know you would feel lazy,moody and tired,and that is all normal,but don't allow yourself to sink into it!
Even before I got pregnant,I used to admire dolled up pregnant ladies. Like,there is nothing more beautiful than a vibrant preggy hottie /slayer with belly. When I was pregnant,every single time I felt down,I would force myself to get up,do my hair,do some lovely make up,pick a cute sexy outfit and go to mall. Or super market. Or just take a walk. It worked like a therapy for me. Pregnancy doesn't mean you must stay in pajamas,baggy,unattractive clothes and messy bun on top of your head while moving from couch to bed.
2) EAT RIGHT !
Heavy,oily food makes even a non pregnant person lazy,sleepy and tired. You should try and eat regularly but healthy mostly for the sake of your baby but also for the sake of your mood . Trust me,what we eat has a lot to do with how we feel.
Forget that "eat for 2" nonsense. Increase intake of vitamins ,proteins and water,and not chips,pounded yam,Fanta,chocolate and fried chicken. And let's keep it real: pregnancy doesn't mean you need that 2am meal. At all.
Staying fit REALLY means staying happy. And yes,your postpartum body will be thankful;)
Forget that "eat for 2" nonsense. Increase intake of vitamins ,proteins and water,and not chips,pounded yam,Fanta,chocolate and fried chicken. And let's keep it real: pregnancy doesn't mean you need that 2am meal. At all.
Staying fit REALLY means staying happy. And yes,your postpartum body will be thankful;)
3) STAY ACTIVE!
-I repeat: I know you feel lazy and tired. But as long as you have a normal,healthy pregnancy there is absolutely no reason for you to lay in bed all day as if you are,God forbid,sick.
Pregnancy is not disability.
I remember,I used to go out ,even clubbing with my husband while pregnant and I had so much fun (turning up with bottles of water for the first time of my life lol). It was a different kind of unforgettable experience for me.
However,stay social. Hang out with people that make you happy. Laugh. Have FUN! Yes,being pregnant does not mean you should be restricted from having fun and enjoying yourself (as long as you stay away from heavy drinks,smokes and drugs of course).
Hey ,it's still the same old you with some extra blessing in your sexy belly.
Stay physically active as well. I mean,you don't have to go to gym and lift weights but you can have a 20 min walk every day. It will mean a lot for your mental and physical health. And that sexy body of yours.
Pregnancy is not disability.
I remember,I used to go out ,even clubbing with my husband while pregnant and I had so much fun (turning up with bottles of water for the first time of my life lol). It was a different kind of unforgettable experience for me.
However,stay social. Hang out with people that make you happy. Laugh. Have FUN! Yes,being pregnant does not mean you should be restricted from having fun and enjoying yourself (as long as you stay away from heavy drinks,smokes and drugs of course).
Hey ,it's still the same old you with some extra blessing in your sexy belly.
Stay physically active as well. I mean,you don't have to go to gym and lift weights but you can have a 20 min walk every day. It will mean a lot for your mental and physical health. And that sexy body of yours.
4) THINK POSITIVELY
- Stop thinking and talking about potential risks pregnancy can bring. Common. Don't let fears spoil this special experience for you. Rather focus ,think and talk about all the beautiful things caring a new life brings. Your bigger boobs for example. LOL
Surround yourself with positive minds,people who inspire you and give you hope ,whether in real life or social media. Breathe and absorb positivity only.
Suffocate fears and panic with gratitude. You have so much to be thankful and excited for.
You are truly blessed.
You are truly blessed.
5)SHOW YOURSELF SOME LOVE
-If you can not afford spa treatments and wellness centers ,that does not mean you can not enjoy. You can still pamper yourself at home. Few times a week make sure you give yourself an hour of "me time". Play your favorite music,run a bubble bath,read a good book,put a mask on your face,make sure you smell and feel finer then the finest rose.
6) YES, YOU ARE STILL SEXY BOO
-If you can not afford spa treatments and wellness centers ,that does not mean you can not enjoy. You can still pamper yourself at home. Few times a week make sure you give yourself an hour of "me time". Play your favorite music,run a bubble bath,read a good book,put a mask on your face,make sure you smell and feel finer then the finest rose.
6) YES, YOU ARE STILL SEXY BOO
- And you will stay irresistible for a very long time. Pregnancy is a piece of cake for you,miraculous woman!
7)DO IT FOR YOURSELF FIRST
-Make sure you keep yourself fly for yourself first. Do not do it because you want to earn an approval or a compliment from your man or any other person. This "effort" is about you alone this time around. You deserve to feel good about yourself,pregnant or not.
-Make sure you keep yourself fly for yourself first. Do not do it because you want to earn an approval or a compliment from your man or any other person. This "effort" is about you alone this time around. You deserve to feel good about yourself,pregnant or not.
Very very inspiring
ReplyDeleteSUPER MOTIVATING!
Deletemerci cherie! j kiff ca
ReplyDeleteVery lovely piece Sonia. You know how to make us feel right!
ReplyDeletedis makes a lot of sense to me bcz i know how some women allow themselves to loose their shine while using a pregnancy as an excuse . being preggo doesnt mean ur live hv stopped
ReplyDeleteVery true. Such ladies make pregnancy look like a terrible experience and it scares shit outta me. We should never abound ourselves
Deletetrueeeeeeeeeeee
DeleteDO IT FOR URSELF! YASS HONEY!!! YASS! THIS JUST GAVE ME LIFE
ReplyDeleteMe too i love when i see a hot preggo lady it gives me hope lolz nice1 ma
ReplyDeletelove u
ReplyDeleteThank u for giving us hope and for inspiring us Mrs.Ogbonna
ReplyDeleteeven tho,every woman has a different experience when it comes to pregnancy,I agree with u . We must try and get the best out of it. at the end of the day its a blessing by all means
ReplyDeletewat a lovely platform
ReplyDeleteLove dis. Lazy women r d ones dat make us feel like pregnancy is something we shud be scared of.
ReplyDeleteU empower women in all sorts of different ways. God bless u
ReplyDeleteYeyyy im PREGGY atm and this article just came in time. Got mad love 4 u mami
ReplyDeleteI love when I see a pregnant woman that slays.
ReplyDeleteU rock. Ur hubby must be proud to have such a pretty n smart woman by his side. Plus u seem like a very nice person. Kudos
ReplyDeleteAll true,, i love u
ReplyDeletewomen were taught that being pregnant means 9 months of staying indoors,sleeping and overeating. But old ways aren't gold all the time. Thank you helping us learn how to love ourselves in very different ways and situations.
ReplyDeleteI love u so much ma
ReplyDeleteAwsome post 4 real. Women will find it very useful
ReplyDeleteI am sending this to my wife now now. Ik is lucky
ReplyDeleteWow u went clubbing while pregnant? Wasn't that suppose to be dangerous?
ReplyDeleteHope u r aware of how dumb ur comment is?
DeleteT's comment was a harmless one naa.... Easy pls.. She is just surprised... Some of us new to this information
DeletePregnancy is not disability just like Mrs Ogbonna said dear. It's very important for a man to understand that the last thing his woman should be going tru are long nights alone in her loneliness while he is out catching fun. Pregnancy is for two,too.There is nothing wrong with going out with your pregnant lady as long as she feels like going out ;-)
DeleteSo I will stop taking my fries??���� won't be easy but it's all good... thanks for d tips ma'am
ReplyDeleteWow
ReplyDeleteYou always inspre me to be better n live better
ReplyDeleteThnx soso
ReplyDeleteTHIS MADE A LOT OF SENSE TO ME
ReplyDeleteI used to be very scared when it comes to pregnancy and the thought of looking ugly and fat weighs me down, but you've really inspired me today, I do appreciate this, thank you ma'am...
ReplyDeleteI've been there, never easy for me.
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Thank you so much dear you are the best i Love this blog already may God keep you for us
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