Claire
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Yay for friends like that!😉
No worries at all. Feel free to let me know if you ha e any further questions at any time.
I'm sure, despite the flood of new posts, I'll have capacity to respond 🤓
Take care
Claire
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Hey Janet, huge congrats on reaching the halfway mark! That’s such a big milestone (and yes, it totally deserves a celebratory mocktail 🍹).
I’m not a first-time mum myself, but I do vividly remember that weird in-between stage where you feel pregnant, but still look more like you've had an aggressive encounter with a burrito than grown an actual human.
For me, the bump definitely took its time with my first. It wasn’t until around 24 to 26 weeks that it started looking more baby than buffet. It crept up slowly and then, seemingly overnight, I couldn’t see my feet.
Everyone carries so differently, and especially for first-time mums, things often take a little longer to show. Muscle tone, body type, even the way your baby’s lying; it all plays a part.
You're absolutely not overthinking it. And the fact you’re wondering? Completely normal. I promise your bump will show up loud and proud soon enough (and then you’ll be knocking into things and wondering how you ever slept on your stomach).
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. It’s questions like these that help kick things off and make this space feel like a real community. As more mums join us, I hope we’ll see lots of different stories and perspectives in here too.
Claire x
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The pleasure is all mine ☺️ Any questions you have along the way or just general chat or vents. I‘m here for it so just let me know.
Take care
Claire
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Oh, Janet, it’s so lovely to have you here! I’m doing a little happy dance over your post.
Seriously, though, it means a lot that you found us through LinkedIn and felt that spark; that’s exactly the kind of space we’re trying to build here. Real, kind, and no pressure to have it all figured out.
Big congrats on your pregnancy! The second trimester is such a funny mix of feeling a bit more human again, but also wondering how many pillows it takes to actually get comfy at night. Spoiler alert: all of them. 😉
Can’t wait to follow your journey and hear more as you go. And if you ever want to chat about anything (baby names, weird cravings, or just a vent about maternity jeans), I’m all ears.
Thanks again for jumping in, you’ve really made my day 💛
Claire
