What was the most unexpected part of pregnancy for you?

Pregnancy is a wild ride! No matter how much you read or how many people you talk to, there are always things that catch you off guard. Here’s a breakdown of the most surprising things that happened to me during pregnancy—and I’m sure a lot of you can relate!

Emotional Rollercoaster

Mood Swings That Hit Like a Ton of Bricks

• I thought I was prepared for the hormonal rollercoaster, but nothing could have prepared me for tearing up over the silliest things, like a cute puppy commercial or a sad movie scene.
• One minute I was elated, and the next, I was crying for no reason at all—so wild!

Pregnancy Brain Is No Joke

• I used to think "pregnancy brain" was just a funny myth, but nope. I’d walk into a room and forget why I was there, or misplace my keys like three times a day!
• Simple tasks felt like an overwhelming challenge some days.

Cravings & Food Aversions

Cravings I Didn’t See Coming

• Pickles and peanut butter at 2 AM? Yep, that happened more than once. Strange combo, but I was obsessed!
• And suddenly, I could not get enough of cold fruit—especially oranges!

Foods I Suddenly Couldn’t Stand

• Coffee used to be my best friend, but the smell of it made me feel sick to my stomach.
• Garlic and onions were a no-go too—anything strong-flavored or fragrant was a trigger for nausea.

Physical Changes I Didn’t Expect

Swollen Feet & Uncomfortable Shoes

• One day, I was happily slipping into my favorite pair of shoes, and the next—nope. My feet swelled up, and nothing fit comfortably anymore.
• I had to get creative with my footwear, especially in the later months!

Pregnancy Glow? More Like Pregnancy Dry Skin

• People always talked about the pregnancy glow, but no one told me about the pregnancy skin changes.
• My skin was dry and flaky in some spots while oily in others—talk about a mixed bag!

The Magical First Baby Kicks

Baby’s First Movement Was Pure Magic

• When I felt my baby’s first movements, it felt like little bubbles popping inside me. I can’t even describe the excitement!
• And then, those tiny flutters turned into strong kicks that made me smile every single time.

And Then... The Overwhelming Love

The biggest surprise of all? How deeply I loved my baby, even before I met them. The bond was undeniable from the moment I felt those first kicks. There’s truly nothing like it!

What Caught You Off Guard During Your Pregnancy?

Pregnancy is full of surprises—what unexpected things happened to you? I’d love to hear your stories!