Pregnancy Fun

Throughout the pregnancy, I've found that other women, whether I know them or not, often feel free to share stories of their pregnancies and labors. While I appreciate some of the funny stories, the birthing horror stories I could do without. However, I do have some fun (and not so fun) pregnancy tidbits...

Cravings - I haven't had any incredible cravings, like all movies and TV shows would have you believe. I was a semi-vegetarian (chicken and fish only) for about 10 years, and then started craving beef early during pregnancy. So, I bucked up and began eating meat again. I must admit that it tastes good now. I also really dig chocolate milk, and I haven't liked any sort of milk since I was in grade school.

Cankles - Yes, my friends, they do exist. I have officially entered the land of cankles (a combination of calf/ankles). Instead of having actual ankles now, I have lovely tree trunks. At lease it's not painful.

Big Baby Belly - My funniest pregnancy moment this far occurred this week. I'm not sure that I'll ever top it either. After using the restroom at the Metro Transit Station (because my commute is an hour, but I have to go every half-hour), I went to the sink to wash my hands. As we ladies do, I was adjusting my hair in the mirror. Suddenly, the automatic hand faucet began to run. With my hands up by my head and no where near the sink, I was perplexed. That is, until I saw my big, baby belly was dangerously close to the sink and was actually the trigger. I never dreamt that I would be large enough to set off an automatic faucet!

I'm sure I'll think of some other funny stories in the near future, and we all know that labor and delivery will bring a few. However, right now, this mommy-to-be is exhausted and going to watch the Twins!