The truth of being 10 weeks pregnant

I know I’m only in my 2^nd day of week 10 but I’m noticing, and feeling, a massive shift already. Things are definitely changing. As a result, I’m “feeling pregnant” for the first time.

So, what’s changed? For those of you who are a few weeks behind me, I’ll break it all down for you so you know what you have to look forward to.

Nausea – It’s back with vengeance.  My nausea had dropped off significantly from week 7 but nope, it has reared its ugly head and it’s uglier than before. I count myself lucky that I’ve only had 2 or 3 really bad bouts of nausea and this isn’t that bad. But, the problem with this nausea is it’s constant. Previously, it came and went when I ate and really seemed to strike mid morning and afternoon. Now, it’s pretty much all day. I was expecting it would have started to taper off but perhaps it’s ramping up as my HCG levels rise to hit their ultimate peak. I don’t know but it’s punching me in the guts!

Boobs – Again, the pain in my boobs had dropped off from week 7 but it’s back now too. I’m getting the glorious mix of stabbing pains and aches I got previously. But now, my bra is starting to poke into me so looks like it’s time to buy new ones. I was trying to wait until I got to 12 weeks but given I had to start using my bra extenders last week, I knew it would be a tough ask. Perhaps trying to squeeze my boobs into a bra that’s too small is causing the pain so I need to sort that one out.

Cramps – These have seemed to reduced this week. I get the odd one here and there but nothing like I’ve had for the last week or two. Maybe things are settling down in there, but I hazard a guess it’s more likely to be the calm before the storm. I know another big growth spurt is coming my way so I expect them to return.

Crying – I now pretty much cry at anything. Mostly tv. Last night I sobbed at the end of a movie about a dog. The dog did die, so that was sad, but it didn’t warrant the sobbing that came with it. Luckily it only lasts a few minutes before it goes but it is starting to get a bit embarrassed.

Mood swings - So far though, I haven’t suffered any major mood swings but I know they’re on the horizon. I note I’m getting more irritable and have had to bite my lip a few times. I know I’m a pressure cooker that will soon blow. I’ll blame that on the rising HCG levels too! I must warn my husband.

Teeth – They’ve been killing me for 2 weeks now but seem to have calmed down. I’m glad because that’s been the most painful part of it so far. Mind you, insisting on eating ice-cream with sore teeth probably hasn’t helped so I’m glad I finished the tub off last night!

Brain – The biggest and most significant change this week has been in my brain. On the weekend, I came across a statement that said “It’s just as realistic to be positive as negative.” Those few little words suddenly sparked a massive mind shift for me. Instead of focussing on all the negative things that could go wrong, I can focus on the positive things that can happen. As a result, I’m not worried about tomorrow’s appointment with the obstetrician. I don’t feel anxious about the scan. I’m not nervous that Sticky won’t be there. 

For the first time, I feel calm and at peace this pregnancy will go well and end well. I feel a total calm that I haven’t felt before. Part of me feels scared by that calmness but the majority of me is happy. I feel I can now get on with the rest of this pregnancy feeling peaceful about whatever happens. It sure beats being a nervous and psychotic wreck!