My Brutal Introduction to Pregnancy

The Blunt Bumps Origin Story

Welcome future moms, fellow sufferers, and anyone who’s curious about the unvarnished truth of pregnancy. I’m Cheree. I’m here to tell you my brutally honest story about the wild rollercoaster ride that is my first pregnancy. Welcome to Blunt Bumps, where we don’t sugarcoat a thing.

I’m 35 years old, blissfully in love with my fiancé, and ready to dive headfirst into the adventure of parenthood. I am eagerly anticipating the moment when I hold my little bundle of joy in my arms. However, here’s the kicker – nobody told me about the whirlwind of misery that was about to crash into my life.

It all started a few weeks ago when I first noticed symptoms that I may be pregnant. Then I peed on that little stick and saw those two faint lines. Not sure if it was real, I also did a digital test – it clearly stated Pregnant. At that moment, I felt like I was on top of a mountain, floating among the clouds of pure elation as well as nervousness. Little did I know that those two lines were merely the entrance ticket to a never-ending amusement park ride with a few too many unexpected twists and turns. Below are a few symptoms I experienced in the early weeks of pregnancy.

Early Signs of Pregnancy

The Nausea That Knocked Me Off My Feet

Pregnancy symptoms hit me like a freight train, and boy, was I unprepared. The nausea, oh the nausea! Forget morning sickness; this was more like ‘all-day-every-day sickness.’ It’s as if my body had declared war on everything I dared to eat. Between peeing frequently and the nausea, I spent more time huddled over the toilet bowl than I care to admit, with little to no relief.

Tasting Metal

That metallic taste in my mouth? It was like I had a pocketful of pennies jammed in there at all times. The mere thought of food made my stomach somersault. Every sip of water felt like swallowing liquid iron. Someone had apparently forgotten to mention that pregnancy could turn my taste buds into a twisted carnival.

The Headaches and Dehydration Nightmare

As if the nausea and metallic taste weren’t enough, I was getting headaches. Then there was the relentless thirst, combined with my inability to keep fluids down, creating a vicious cycle of dehydration. I was basically living on a diet of electrolytes, hoping they would quench my unrelenting thirst and stave off the dehydration dragon.

Constipation and Stomach Pains That Rivalled a Horror Movie

Let’s not forget the constipation – oh, the constipation! It was as if my digestive system had decided to take an extended vacation. Every trip to the bathroom became a dreaded ordeal, with stomach pains that could rival a horror movie scene. I’d never cherished the simple act of going to the bathroom more than during those days.

Extreme Tiredness: My Constant Companion

Then there was the extreme tiredness that makes you question whether you’re awake or trapped in a never-ending dream. The fatigue hit me like a ton of bricks, and I found myself dozing off at the most inconvenient moments. I was sleeping more hours of the day than I was awake. I was convinced that my body had transformed into a walking zombie.

Low Back Pain: My Unwanted Souvenir

Just when I thought I couldn’t handle more, low back pain joined the party. It was a relentless ache that made every step feel like a marathon. I soon realized that the glow of pregnancy was more like the flicker of a distant star in my universe of discomfort.

“Why Does Everyone Talk So Pleasantly About Pregnancy?”

One day, as I was doubled over in pain on the couch, I turned to my fiancé and questioned, “Why does everyone talk so pleasantly about pregnancy? Because I am absolutely miserable.” I had been bombarded with idyllic images of radiant mothers-to-be, each one glowing like a beacon of maternal bliss. Where was my glow? All I had was a bucket by my side and a heart full of confusion.

It was during that candid conversation with my partner that the idea for Blunt Bumps was born. We realized that there must be other women out there feeling just as miserable as I did, silently enduring the less-than-glamorous side of pregnancy. At my fiance’s recommendation, I decided to create a space where we could peel back the curtain and share our unfiltered experiences.

Our Mission

Welcome to Blunt Bumps, where authenticity reigns supreme. Here, we’re not afraid to shine a light on the unspoken struggles, the messy moments, and the less-than-perfect reality of pregnancy and motherhood. We’re here to share the truth, no matter how raw or uncomfortable it may be.

If you’re a fellow mom-to-be feeling less than radiant, if you’re knee-deep in the trenches of morning sickness and exhaustion, or if you simply want to know what pregnancy is really like, you’ve come to the right place. Stick around, because at Blunt Bumps, we’re keeping it real, always.

In the upcoming posts, I’ll dive deeper into my pregnancy journey, sharing the highs, the lows, and everything in between. Stay tuned, and let’s navigate this wild adventure together.

If you have your own unfiltered pregnancy stories to share, I’d love to hear them. Drop a comment below and let’s start this conversation.

Until next time, my fellow warriors in pregnancy woes, remember that you’re not alone, and together, we’ll conquer this journey – one blunt bump at a time.