The second trimester has really hit me hard during this pregnancy, leaving me feeling more exhausted than ever. While my motivation has increased, by the end of the day, all I want to do is sleep. The most frustrating part is that pregnancy insomnia keeps me awake, which is why I felt compelled to write this post.
With both of my daughters, my pregnancy symptoms were fairly typical and manageable, aside from the awful morning sickness I experienced with each. This time around, my nausea subsided after the first trimester, and thankfully, I haven't been seriously ill, except for one instance. However, I've been dealing with some other symptoms, including…
Phantom smells: I've been constantly smelling cigarette smoke, but apparently, it's all in my head, according to Google and my doctor. Haha!
Groin pain: The intensity of this pain can be so severe that it sometimes feels like I'm being electrocuted. Super fun.
Bloating: I know I'm pregnant, but there are moments when I feel like a human bowling ball.
Food aversions: Foods I once loved now seem repulsive, and I'm only craving salty or spicy options.
Heartburn: Heartburn has to be one of the worst parts of pregnancy and my cravings are not helping the situation.
Leg cramps: These are just plain annoying.
Can anyone else relate to these? Despite my symptoms, I rarely show a baby bump until well into my third trimester. Strange, right? I'm eager to hear about the symptoms or unusual experiences you've had during your pregnancies!
