Hidden benefits of pregnancy

angiekdz

I know that we have talked a lot about the symptoms, aches and pains of being pregnant, and it will obviously be worth it once we see our little ones, but I'm wondering if anyone else has found hidden benefits of pregnancy? For example, this morning I was reading a book in the bathtub, and I realized that my tummy formed an island for my book and prevented it from getting wet. So, what are some hidden benefits that you have found?

maelily15

One of my hidden benefits is that I can be moody and allow my temper to get the best of me when I'm angry (I'm usually very soft spoken and non aggressive when in confrontational situations). Most people chalk it up to hormones. For example, somebody almost hit me in the Wal-Mart parking lot a week ago. I normally wouldn't have said anything but I waited by the door for them to come up and told them that they needed to pay more attention (but in slightly more colorful language).

mnharkcom

I can't find much benefits about being pregnant except I love feeling my little one kick and squirm inside me and the fact babies are miracles. I also like all the attention im getting, not going to lie about that.

SarahCColorado29

People open doors for me, and move to offer me a seat

Also, I can't lift anything heavy, so my husband does all of the heavy lifting, and even goes out of his way to carry in the groceries. Not too bad!

nomesy

Only benefit I see is being able to leave my work in 3 weeks ... And not having to deal with the hell that is my work, I also use my bump to hold my phone and input everyone on loud speaker .

tigerlily25

I love the fact that SO is willing to run to the store at a drop of a hat to get me whatever food I am desiring at the moment!

Courtne224

I've noticed people are much nicer to me. I get smiles when I walk by, doors held open, or someone willing to help at the drop of a hat. I enjoy being pregnant but it took us a long time to get to this point and it will be our last pregnancy so I am going to take all the benefits I can while I can

juliaandpatrick

I can speak my mind, and if the words come out wrong, I just blame it on hormones!

Lida1182

Not getting the crazy/combative or contact precautions patients is awesome! (I'm a Nurse)

yellowdaisies84

I have found it easier than ever to fall asleep! No more tossing and turning. When I go to bed, I sleep!

Now that I'm showing I'm starting to get kind smiles and comments from waiters and baristas and some strangers are looking out for me a bit. That's a nice thing.

Mostly I love that when I talk to my friends and family no matter what else is going on, we always have an excited and enthusiastic conversation about the baby. That keeps me positive and happy.

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keifekm

erinkaym said:

elastic-waisted pants.

You took the words right out of my mouth! I love elastic waist pants!!

emb518

I live in Massachusetts and it has been hammered with snow storm after snow storm. There is over 4 feet in my yard. But I never ever have to help with snow removal. It's wonderful

Ace226

keifekm said:

erinkaym said:

elastic-waisted pants.

You took the words right out of my mouth! I love elastic waist pants!!

I don't know how I'm going to go back to real jeans. I can eat whatever I want and bloat without my jeans digging in. The second I'm knocked up again, maternity pants are going back on.

kmayababy

Me either!!! And my cnas kick me out of rooms!

tigerlily25

Same here @emb518, I'm in CT and although the snow sucks I get to stay in where it's warm!

kila33

I have an excuse to eat what I want to eat, like sweets! :x

kjuryfl

My skin is awesome! I usually have oily acne prone skin, but this baby has dried me out and my complexion has never looked better. 

While I don't really care for the nipple changes, I am very much digging the fuller breasts. After being pregnant and BFing for a year my breasts went back to their normal shape/size but definitely not as firm. They are back to their 25yr old glory these days. 

I love how excited my 3.5yr old is about the baby. She is obsessed with my belly and bonding with the baby. She talks to him and gives my belly kisses/hugs all day. Seeing that connection makes the aches/pains all worth it alone. 

pistachio&blush

I've gotten a lot of compliments for "glowing skin."

olivehue00

I love how I can eat anything I want and not think twice about it.

guinevereis

I love not having to suck in my stomach
I love the extra kindness of strangers and smiles from grandmas.
I love my husband doing grocery shopping, laundry, cooking, and bathing our other little ones with only minimal huffing and puffing.
And yes I love feeling guilt free for having that second ice cream sad which :-)

thing3ontheway

emb518 said:

I live in Massachusetts and it has been hammered with snow storm after snow storm. There is over 4 feet in my yard. But I never ever have to help with snow removal. It's wonderful

Right there with you!! I'm like 10 away from Newburyport area! Hope your staying safe- more coming Tuesday they said

topaz7777

No muffin top worries.    Don't even have to worry about sucking it in. 

Cadancetyler

My hair is growing like crazy! I also have better skin.

hnbyrum

Pregnant mother parking!!!! Only select places seem to offer it, but my main grocery store has it & I definitely take advantage.

Ppl seem to be more courteous when they realize you're preg. Not always... But at the store the other night, I had a lady almost run over me in the isle... After that i unzipped my coat & exposed my oversized belly (I guess before I just looked fat), the same lady saw my belly later on in the store & gave me the "right if way." It's not really right that they'd be nice to someone preg over someone overweight, but I was astonished at the difference.

leahk336

I love the fact the prenatal vitamins help my hair growth.
My in-laws babies me which is always a plus.
I get more invitations from family to come by the house and eat.
My fiancé is in the palm of my hand. He is so sweet. We live in Nc, we are technically snowed in. I wanted some pancakes. It took him about 15 mins to get out the driveway.

sschwege

Thicker hair and clear skin!

kadev

I find myself more comfortable in clothes- no sucking in or squeezing into pants- no trying to cover love handles- all attention is on the belly!

Also I have always had a very weak immune system and tend to get sick or run down super easy. With pregnancy I have literally never felt better!!

My skin has also cleared up and my hair is thicker and longer! I've been lucky to have had a great pregnancy!

16&mama

I love how I can rest a plate of food on my tummy like a table! Another thing I like is I've always loved to eat and I eat a lot but now I have an excuse for it

sks306

Expectant mother parking is the only one I have found (other than loving most baby movements).
I haven't seen strangers treat me differently. I have had one tell my husband congrats when she saw me waiting nearby, but no doors being held or seats being given up. That would have been nice on numerous occasions.

slipsintothesea

My husband has realized just how much housework/laundry etc I actually do to keep the house clean because I have slowed down with it. He has since pitched in more and realizes how messy he is, lol.

I also enjoy how people open doors for you and move out of your way.

thing3ontheway

I've been in remission for my crohns -
Everyone please knock on wood!!!- for the entire pregnancy and have actually been able to eat as much and anything I can and keep it in (besides MS times or the fact my stomach is now squished and smaller then 1st and 2nd tri) but other then that I'm enjoying it. It's been about 3 years bring diagnoised and it has been rough!

ashleylane66

My husband gets up more with my ten month old at night!!! Because he knows how hard it is for me to roll my booty out of the bed and climb over the baby gate ( we just transferred her to a big girl bed so we have to block her into her room) to change her or give her a bottle.