As for me, the first few weeks were a blur of fatigue and morning sickness - an unexpected challenge as I'd imagined floating on a cloud of joy throughout my pregnancy! But then, every emotion was amplified; I'd go from sobbing at a sad scene in a movie to being overwhelmed with joy at the thought of motherhood. Hormones were definitely in overdrive!
The second trimester brought a welcomed energy boost and an insatiable appetite, which seemed never-ending! My craving for weird combinations probably had folks around me scratching their heads, but I embraced every bizarre food fantasy because it kept my mood up. There's just this immense sense of hunger that comes over you - an additional meal after every meal!
The third trimester, however, was a reality check with increased discomfort and reduced mobility. Getting comfortable to sleep became a mission impossible nightly. Nature's preparation for labor felt like! But even with the aches and pains, there was a peacefulness knowing the end was near, and it was such a precious time connecting with the little life kicking around in there.