Growing a tiny human is no walk in the park. Your body goes through all sorts of changes that can leave you feeling unattractive and utterly exhausted. And on top of it all, there’s a partner who still wants to get intimate with you.
While some women embrace the idea of pregnancy sex, others—like the author of a recent humorous post—totally don’t. Meet Sarah Collins, an Australian mom of three who’s expecting her fourth child this summer. Her latest post hilariously tackles the topic of intimacy during pregnancy, especially during that challenging third trimester. If you’ve ever felt like you can relate, you’re definitely not alone.
Sarah begins with a candid statement: “Let’s not sugarcoat it, pregnant sex is just what it is.” Can I get an amen? Honestly, if you’re lucky to be getting any at all, just make it quick! Maybe whip up some snacks afterward, too.
She goes on to acknowledge that, sure, some women thrive during pregnancy and enjoy some lovey-dovey time. But for many of us, it’s a whole different story. “There are those who flourish while pregnant, but then there are women like me,” Sarah writes. And let’s face it—most of the mom friends I’ve spoken to only enjoyed a few weeks of intimacy before things got, well, complicated.
At 30 weeks along, Sarah finds herself in that not-so-glamorous phase. “We try, we really do. I promised myself this time would be different. I’d embrace it, thrive, and be the best sex goddess ever while pregnant.” Spoiler alert: It didn’t quite pan out that way. Now she feels like a “beached whale,” dealing with sweat, discomfort, and a body that feels entirely foreign.
Yet her husband still calls her beautiful and sexy. “What’s wrong with this guy?” she wonders. “I’m leaking, I stink, I’m moaning and groaning, and I’m hairier than ever.” It’s a mystery that many pregnant women can relate to. Sarah speculates that her husband might be one of those guys who finds pregnant women attractive, or maybe he’s just a wonderfully supportive partner—or a terrible liar. Either way, she’s keeping him around.
To all the partners who help us feel loved, even when we don’t feel beautiful, thank you from the depths of our sweaty, irritable hearts.
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In summary, navigating intimacy during pregnancy can be a rollercoaster ride filled with humor, discomfort, and unexpected moments of connection. It’s a relatable journey for many moms-to-be, reminding us that love and attraction can still thrive, even when we feel our least attractive.