6 things to never say to an overdue pregnant women
Being and overdue pregnant woman is super challenging. I should know?my baby arrived nine (nine!) days late, which obviously felt like an eternity, especially since it was my first pregnancy. Most of my friends offered practical advice and were supportive as I waited for baby. But others have said some pretty unhelpful, offensive things?and I’m pretty sure I’ve said the same things to overdue pregnant friends in the past. Oops.
Here are some examples of things people really need to stop saying to pregnant women who have gone past their due date.
1. ?You’re huge!”
No matter how many times a woman tells herself she is gaining weight because she is pregnant, no woman wants to hear that she is huge. It can be very difficult to separate body image from pregnancy and accept our bodies as they get bigger. Even if you think you commenting on their growing babe is a good thing, avoid commenting on your friend?s size. Instead, try: “You look great!”
When I was in a position of not knowing which clothes fit and not understanding my growing body with my first pregnancy, affirmation meant the world. Finding a shirt that was long enough and wearing pants with a stretchy waistband was a challenging transition. If a pregnant friend meets you for coffee with a messy bun and no makeup, try to find something that you can affirm about her. (Hint: Pregnancy hair usually looks pretty great.)
2. ?Are you in labour yet"?
I admit I’ve done it?sent...
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