How does everybody feel about how quickly their bodies have been changing?

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Some background. I’ve had problems with self image for years, so gaining weight/having a belly was a problem. But now I’m finding it hard to switch to the mentality that gaining weight is good, and having my baby belly is wonderful. I know I’m doing an amazing thing, bringing this little girl into the world, but my body really doesn’t feel like my own..

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I've struggled this time because I had just lost ALMOST all my pregnancy weight from my daughter and immediately have gained almost all of it back. No matter how I eat, how active I am, etc. It just keeps adding up! It was so hard for me to lose it after my daughter so I am dreading that aspect, but baby is healthy and my doctors haven't mentioned the weight yet so I'm trying not to worry.

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Trust me I’m on the same boat, I’ve always struggled with the way I look. I’m 5’6 and don’t allow myself to weigh more than 135 or I immediately go on a diet. I normally except size but being pregnant I haven’t been also I don’t eat as healthy so I’ve gained 21lbs and I’m only 21 weeks! With my first pregnancy I gained over 60lbs and I just hate the way I look pregnant bc I don’t just grow in my belly. My thighs, my face, my arms... but then I remember how easy it is to lose the weight (for me at least) after having the baby as long as I’m dedicated. So I try to just think of how beautiful it is to be able to carry a baby and bring life into this world instead of always worrying about how I look. Trust me it’s hard but I get through it

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I had a really hard time with my first pregnancy the weight gain was a lot and was super quick (75lbs), I did cry a lot because I’d sit down and see these giant calves and actually wonder who’s legs those were before connecting that they are mine. The disconnect was huge but I did lose all the weight after I warned off breastfeeding. This time I’ve gained a lot less so it’s not as bad, I feel much better about my body then last pregnancy, but I definitely understand how hard it can be, and a lot of people don’t really understand how we can find it tough, just remember being upset about the weight your gaining and your body changing does not mean you are any less grateful for your baby, sometimes we beat ourselves up over any negative emotion even remotely related to our pregnancy and there is no reason for that it is ok to be sad and struggle with body image, it doesn’t mean you love or appreciate your baby any less.

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I am right there with you in the same boat. The one time we’re “allowed” to be bigger and I’m having the hardest time coping with the fact that I will have a belly and it’s a good thing.

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I was much more self conscious the first time around, I gained 55 lbs and was terrified I’d never lose it. This time I’m just embracing it because I know what to expect and after giving birth and feeling empowered I’m so excited & thankful to be on this journey again. I lost all but a few lbs too last time so I know I can do it again.

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When I had my son I loved every minute of it. Now that I’m pregnant with a baby girl I feel way more self conscious about my weight gain. I’ve only gained maybe 15lbs and I’m 28 weeks but still get really self conscious I brought it up a lot the first two trimesters to my SO.

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It’s definitely an adjustment! I’ve been pregnant twice and it’s still a little hard. But I know that I can work that baby weight right off after I give birth and it’s safe to do so, and after my daughter I started my own healthy eating diet and lost 30 pounds without going to a gym. I’ve come to be amazed that our bodies can not only stretch so much but shrink back so well. Positive thoughts 💕

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I had a brief moment of anxiety when clothes started to get tight and I ordered new maternity clothes and got a bit overwhelmed. I saw an old photo of myself with abs and just didn’t even recognize my body! My husband is a fitness addict and training for a race, looking super lean, so that is also hard.  
I also used to have an eating disorder but overcame this in my 20s. So I use similar techniques to overcome these feelings... I just keep reminding myself that this is temporary, it’s not forever. It will make you stronger and you can always get your body back. This change to have a baby is totally worth it and we are so blessed with this gift! Just try to focus on the positives and changing your mindset. This is a mental game...got to win it!

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Although I love my belly I miss being 56kg/120Lbs

How does everybody feel about how quickly their bodies have been changing?

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