Anyone who has experienced pregnancy knows that it often comes with nearly ten months of unsolicited opinions and the crossing of personal boundaries. For reasons unknown, once you announce your pregnancy, the public suddenly feels entitled to comment on your body and appearance. This phenomenon intensifies dramatically if you’re in the spotlight, much like celebrity mom-to-be, Sarah Collins.
Collins recently revealed her pregnancy and shared her first “bump” photo over the weekend. While the congratulations and well-wishes poured in, she also faced an avalanche of remarks from those who seem to lack a filter when it comes to pregnant women.
“Wow, is that your belly? It’s growing so fast! I bet you’re having a boy!”
“OMG, it’s so big! You must be having twins!”
“Did you go overboard with #NationalPastaDay?”
“Do you find it tough to carry both a food baby and a real baby at the same time?”
“Wow, you got big quickly! My friend due in February is half your size. Not twins? Maybe triplets!”
These comments typically fall into three categories: predictions about the baby’s gender, guesses about multiples, and outright rudeness. In response to the latter, Collins remarked:
“There’s something about a pregnant body that makes people go a bit wild and forget basic social etiquette. When I was seven months along with my first child, a stranger approached me at a store, cupped my belly, and declared, ‘This is definitely a girl; you’re so blessed.’ It turned out to be a boy! Did I mention this woman was a complete stranger? I just wanted a snack and ended up with an unsolicited belly touch. Ah, the joys of pregnancy!”
As if the challenges of carrying a human being weren’t daunting enough, expectant mothers also have to navigate unsolicited comments and physical interactions regarding their size. Unfortunately, there doesn’t seem to be a simple solution to this behavior. Expecting mothers, brace yourselves for the onslaught.
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In summary, the experiences of expectant mothers are often marred by unsolicited opinions on their bodies. While navigating pregnancy is a unique journey filled with joy and anticipation, it also comes with challenges, including managing the reactions of those around them.