12 Things I Didn’t Know About Pregnancy!

[@hellohelena96]

Midwife here, the line on your belly is believed to guide baby to your chest after birth. As newborns can only see high contrast grey scale colors, this line and the dark areolas help baby find its food source if mom isn’t able to help. Nature is really clever! ;)

[@hannahcampbell8196]

That's so neat!!

[@zezmcguffin5190]

God is really clever! 😊

[@gabbiegrace2007]

@@zezmcguffin5190 amen!!

[@TRoxanne55]

I never had that line. Interesting

[@NeedMoreCoffeeOG]

That makes zero sense

[@victorias.6177]

Thank y'all for always posting real content no matter the topic. Love y'all!

[@katetomlinson1638]

CONGRATULATIONS MAMA IF WE DONT SEE YOU FOR A WHILE,,, we will all be thinking about you and mister, I know you’ll do GREAT

[@beans2222]

I love how maturely you talk about everything!

[@MEMentertainment04]

She’s 25. Nothing about this is child’s play. It’s serious stuff. Clearly you’re under 13 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@beans2222]

​@@MEMentertainment04I'm 26 lol, I just love how she speaks 🥰

[@jeniahewing9847]

morning sickness is called morning sickness because the first trimester can also be referred to as “morning”. so it isn’t morning sickness as in it only happens in the morning, it is called that because it normally disappears once the first trimester is over.

[@queenshaddaiah8199]

makes a lot of sense! like morning, day, night; 1st, 2nd, 3rd. thanks for this info!

[@brooklin_bernek]

Yep! Love when we’re sharing fun and good info ❤❤❤

[@nylashaekiomie]

I never knew this! Thanks for the info.

[@TRoxanne55]

I had 24-7 sickness my entire pregnancy.

[@annikar4910]

@@TRoxanne55yep, but most people dong

[@mrsannaptak]

Get ready for motherhood!! It is so overwhelming being a FTM but also such a blessing. Look up taking care babies newborn sleep method. Got my baby sleeping through the night at 7 weeks!

[@dnllmr]

Define sleeping through the night please! Some people have different definitions.

[@heytheresacha]

Yes always define sleeping through the night because sleeping through the night as in a full adults rest (8 hours) or a full baby rest (12 hours) is not always safe!! My baby is 8 months and I still have to do night feeds at 11pm and 5am because shes a preemie (though the 5am is just her habit actually haha)

[@anamsalas]

@@dnllmri agree because I have 2 children and even though I knew what to do for my second they still reminded me to feed baby, this young every 2-3 hours because their belly is so small that you need to feed them often. 4 if you are really really tired. One time I went over from being very tired myself and my baby was fussy and almost didn’t want to eat. So I agree, please define.

[@gsacer95]

Also check out HeySleepyBaby and HappyCoSleeper for safe sleep tips and gentle transitions in the event baby doesn’t want to sleep unless held or close to you and you need to cosleep for sanity!

[@AnjanaYonjan-f4d]

❤❤

[@xtayuh]

so excited for you! when I had my son a couple years ago I was way too stubborn to even ask for help when I should’ve. Ask for help when you need it! Being a new mom is challenging and so beautiful. You got this!!

[@AnnieSadler96]

Im 33 weeks tomorrow! The hormone fluctuations are WILD!! And the pregnancy depression you can get because of that... I STRUGGLED SO BAD!! I legit felt like I wasn't going to make it through. My son (who's 6) and my family, really helped me through it. Having a support system is a big help.

[@Diana-sc8hv]

I’ve had four baby’s, while my pregnancy’s smooth, they were all so different. I learned new things each pregnancy & each child. It’s funny when you have your last baby and I thought I knew it all then something new pops up. Glad you are sharing so more experiences can be out there for future parents.

[@kaileyvieau8875]

If/when your water breaks, it can continue to flow. It's not just a one and done situation. Didn't know this and soaked through my pants on the way to the hospital!

[@justjoannak]

Yup, I've heard this, too!

[@BrooklynAndBailey]

My midwife mentioned this!!!

[@meganhead9594]

I used those adult diapers when my water broke in the middle of the night

[@heytheresacha]

Yes have adult diapers! My water broke at 35 weeks at 3am and had to get to the hospital but it literally would not stop soaking everything....lmao also a tip have your bag packed like now.. also tip bring it with you for any "just in case" hospital checks or visits lmao speaking from possible experience... 😂

[@melissablais6030]

And it's not always a big gush...mine was like a little pop and I legit thought I peed myself lol

[@bookswithgeri]

When B&B released this video with this type of title (12 things---), I don't know but I felt nostalgic of their videos back in 2014-ish ♡

[@ellanovell2713]

six months postpartum now with my baby boy and this video makes me so nastolgic, i thought i would never miss it while it was happening but now i recognize how special it was and wish i could re-live it and really appreciate it

[@Choune991]

I’m 37 weeks, thanks for this ❤

[@kristinavincent9437]

I am also 6 months pp with a baby boy and I feel the same way

[@alekk6956]

Have another!

[@djhauck0908]

One thing no one told me was that your bowls will become very loose when you are close to delivery, about the week before. Also something I found very helpful were homemade padsicles for after delivery! One last thing, if you happen to tear, even the slightest during a natural delivery, you can use Vaseline to help with the burning!

[@debbiehoward6541]

This! And no one told me that diarrhea and vomiting during labor are very normal… that was honestly way worse than contractions 🙋🏼‍♀️😂

[@brooklin_bernek]

Yes!! Once water breaks you have 48hours because infection is at an all time high. That’s great info to pass along ❤❤

[@danaschreiner3334]

Your rick for infection is always there it just increases with time. Many places won't let you go 48hrs but everyone is different and you can always assess your situation as it progresses.

[@ruthgreen1014]

So excited for you! I can't believe baby boy is almost here. As a mama myself, this is a really informative video! Thank you for sharing your journey with others and being an encouragement to future (and current) mamas and dads!

[@xoCinnabunnox]

Biggest advice to anyone getting ready to be a mom is to ask for help in the first 4 to 6 weeks even if you feel like you don't need it. There is a lot of mental exhaustion in fatigue that comes with having a newborn & nothing can prepare you for it. Thankfully I didn't have postpartum depression however I know I spent more time crying than I had anticipated. Good luck Mama! You'll do great.

[@Amelia-z4b4r]

As sister to many brothers I can say I know a lot about babies but I have never heard this perspective! Thank you this has prepared me a lot for the future!♥️✨

[@allijordan4126]

As a 34yo mom of 5, I wish someone had told me that your water doesn't always break! Contractions brought me to the hospital where I labored so long they had to break my water to keep things moving because I was exhausted! Congratulations on baby boy! Praying for a safe, smooth delivery and healthy baby! God Bless 💜

[@33snowgal]

Mine only broke 1/5 times!

[@allijordan4126]

@ that's wild! Especially when tv/movies make it seem like the norm

[@Michelle-gg7hn]

Old lady here who has had multiple children (I'm in my mid 30's) Something I wish I had been told is how it can take anywhere from 6 months to 3 years for our hormones to balance and go back to normal after having a baby(this has been studied and proven). Now remember our hormones control the chemicals being released in our brain, so this impacts our overall brain function which impacts our body and emotions. This can affect our memory, our ability to handle stress, our moods/mood swings, depression, concentration, focus etc etc. This is why it's ABSOLUTELY important and necessary to eat foods, drinks, and supplements that help our bodies heal and that help balance our hormones. I really wish ob/gyn's/ midwives would talk about this more. Health after having a baby is so important to a faster easier recovery.

[@emmadorn4886]

Yes!! Especially breast feeding, you need more calories post birth than during pregnancy! Can be why so many people just can’t do it for a long time

[@amy_uk_865]

You're not an old lady!! I'm in my late 30s here, I have followed them for years for the fashion / lifestyle / life as a woman kinda content. They might be a little over 10 years younger that me, but I don't think B&B would mind women my/our age being followers. There's probably quite a lot of us here, plus older. I don't think you should start calling yourself old at such a young age - in 20 years time you'll realise how young you still were. "Old lady" is reserved for 70+ I think!

[@felicityengel8812]

I love how you mentioned that in first trimester, even though you don’t look different you feel different!! For me, I was so confused how I am super early but I am 1)extremely tired 2) already out of breath. Now as a third trimester mama, I’m still so confused how I was more out of breath during first trimester than now🤔

[@qarothings1287]

No one is talking about you glowing I admire you girl

[@jessicamartin8451]

Mucus plug. It freaked me out my third trimester! I seriously thought something was wrong. Turns out it is just how your body prepares for birth!

[@AjBanana09]

I freaked out when this happened too!

[@keirah2795]

That pink color looks stunning on you!! You're glowing🩷

[@graciehadlich]

I cannot BELIEVE how fast this pregnancy has gone by!!! I am so excited for you!!!! Good luck in the last bit of your pregnancy ❤

[@mariapenaranda209]

the line explanation is super cute, when I had my little I was told that the reason why the black line appears and my aureole turned so dark is for babies in the past to be able to find their way to breast milk to be fed, since babies at the beginning are drawn to color black. 🥰 Blessings from CR

[@gmv254]

No one told me about the hormone “relaxin.” Literally what it sounds like, your joints will start to loosen and relax around your pelvis to prepare for labor. Mine was so bad and painful I would fall to the floor because I truly couldn’t hold my body weight. It’s like your joints disappear and stabbing pain shows up in its place. Super fun.

[@BrandonDayanan]

Can't wait for the baby boy to come & congratulations! 🥳

[@livvjanee]

As a student midwife from England this is so interesting to hear from an expectant mother’s perspective! Good luck with your birth🩵can’t wait to see the little man🧸

[@MawGarza]

As a single mom in the newborn stage the only thing that kept me going was the mentality of this will get easier and this will pass, soak in every restless minute take cute selfies when you can cause you won’t get those moments back, but being able to have picture proof you half you lived makes looking back on the journey so much sweeter 💕💙

[@joannafisher23]

Love this. So excited for you Brooklyn. I just know my experiences of pregnancy always end up with high blood pressure. But some of those points I wished someone told me 6 years ago.

[@sofiabottari724]

Under 1 hour gang💪🏻 So happy for you Brooklyn! Can't wait for you to meet your baby❤

[@valerieohara3649]

Thanks for this Brooklyn, it's helpful for others💖

[@bluesteelftw]

I’m due with my baby boy the last week of February! This is baby #2 for me. One thing about pregnancy for me that surprised me the first time is that you can start leaking “milk” early. I also get heartburn a lot which is not fun.

[@AashtiMendiratta]

PFMT is so sooo important. Can't wait for Baby Brooklyn and Dakota🩵🩵. Wishing you a safe,healthy and a happy delivery. Baby boy will be loved by soooo many of us 🧿

[@kaylarolfes1477]

Never heard much about round ligament pain, but my God it threw me for a loop. Pregnancy is so individualized, but I wish people put more videos like this out there! Currently trying for baby number two and expecting it to be a completely different experience.

[@Estiebestie2949]

I also didn't expect the round ligament pain! That definitely threw me for a loop when it first happened.

[@ActionForAging]

Best wishes, Brooklyn. My daughters and I have been watching you and Bailey since your first video. Can’t believe this is where you are.❤

[@BrandonDayanan]

I'm so super excited & super happy for you Brooklyn!

[@elzithaa]

Breast feeding is a WHOLE new world too. I'm waiting to see that video of "things I didn't know about breastfeeding". There are so many myths but also lots of information. Wishing you the best birth delivery and postpartum. I'm happy you have a huge support nearby❤

[@Cccccccccccccc-m7k]

Breastfeeding videos from people who aren't certified lactation consultants always make me nervous because they are often filled with SO much misinformation. If she chooses to do a breastfeeding video, I truly hope she talks to an IBCLC first. She doesn't seem like one to just talk out of her butt and say whatever the first Google result pops up as but eeeeek. Breastfeeding is so intricate and complicated and beautiful

[@arianarivera1062]

Hyperemesis gravidarum, i literally threw up my WHOLE pregnancy 😓. I had to get hospitalized twice. My baby boy is surely strong!

[@jobyjoseph4108]

I am so happy for u brooklynnnnnn congratsssssss

[@zoeycathleen]

Strengthening your pelvic floor is so so so important! I struggled with incontinence after having my baby. I then when to a pelvic floor physical therapist and I no longer have that issue! OBs need to educate their patients about the importance of learning how to do a kegel correctly!

[@annikar4910]

Yes!! Also doing this beforehand can help your birth a hugeee amount

[@jkaychhieu]

For my first I didn't know that the consistent painful cramps and pains I was having was my body going into labor

[@yasminvaldez4939]

Love to hear your experience ❤🎉 can't believe baby is coming soon My mom told me that when milk comes down for the first couple of times, it can hurt a bit. And for some reason after birth and in the beginning of breastfeeding...my mom had sort of uterine cramps when feeding us. 🤷‍♀️

[@shamaynecooper3183]

Hi! The uterine cramps while breast feeding is actually due to the body releasing a hormone called oxytocin that causes the uterus to contract! Sometimes if your uterus is not efficiently contracting after labor they will encourage breastfeeding as a natural way to stimulate that!

[@BrooklynAndBailey]

I’ve heard of this!

[@shamaynecooper3183]

@@BrooklynAndBailey I was AMAZED when I learned this in nursing school! Wishing you a safe and beautiful birthing experience! My husband and I are planning to conceive this year!

[@Cow_obsession_1776]

You are such an inspiration, you have matured so much as you are now going to have a family! God has blessed you with so much! God bless ❤

[@lvstjonnellfaith]

I pray that baby boy and moma will be safe during delivery and that you body and organs may fall back into place in Jesu's name, women were made for this! Amen.

[@andreariosalgarin5826]

Being the first of all of your siblings to have a baby is a whirlwind. It can feel lonely at times because you’re the first one experiencing all these new things, but it so sweet to see your siblings become aunts and uncles🥰. Just remember, reach out to other moms, you are not alone!

[@mrsspritezombie3205]

You will be a great mom! I had my first just over a year ago and wish I could go back. Soak in all those snuggles and don’t worry about what over mom or dads say. Every baby is completely unique (just like every pregnancy) follow your gut and you will thrive!

[@Jenny14078]

the fact that brooklyn could be in labor rn and we wouldn’t know is crazy

[@Duckduckobtusegoose]

Definitely not ideal if she were. Full term is 39wks(many ppl think it’s 37wks but that’s early term technically). Anything past 39wks is ideal and she’s JUST over 37wks

[@kathlo3228]

​@Duckduckobtusegoose I would be expecting the baby to come any day after 35 weeks because some baby don't come on their due date

[@clairehewick40]

I was 4 weeks early my sister 6 weeks early and my brother 8 weeks early and apart from me having experienced kidney failure twice and 2 transplants all healthy xx

[@heykate93]

I was thinking that too. Considering she looks like she dropped early too

[@terrikoop416]

@@Duckduckobtusegoosethis is what I was thinking too. Plus, most people go over 40 weeks. I wish someone told me this, because I was so upset and disappointed when I went over, but the majority of people go over.

[@insightgemm]

This is so informative and helpful! I haven't ever been in a relationship yet (I'm 32), so I am not even at the time in my own life to even think about pregnancy, but this is good to know!

[@sarahlegrande]

Gestational age can also indicate issues- my baby was measuring two weeks behind for the majority of my pregnancy. This indicated us to going to a fetal medicine dr and were diagnosed with IUGR

[@karooliukkea]

Agree. My baby was growing one week ahead untill 8 months. Then slowed significantly. Turns out the umbilical cord was tied around itself and his neck and he was not getting enough nutrition😢glad he is doing amazing now

[@Chloee_1234]

Aww Brooklyn you are going to be an amazing mother. Thank you for always being comfortable with the topics you share for those who need it. ❤

[@NikkieHaynes]

the line is Linea Nigra (Black Line) it's always present but shows more during pregnacy with hormone changes and steeching of the belly

[@JordanHeil-jp9wu]

9 weeks + 2 currently and been watching so many videos to prepare me for things. I was so nauseous for a month before i found out (which i contributed to being my normal stomach issues just worse). Finally yesterday i started feeling better. I also have only thrown up twice. My "8 week" ultrasound is in two days, but I've seen baby already because of an er visit, which is how we know I'm 9 weeks.

[@mariahstegall7633]

I’m so excited!!! You are amazing!

[@saraberggren6190]

I had my first ultrasound at week 21 and find out that I was caring twins! Kind of a surprise but mostly a huge blessing.

[@staceyannbarnes313]

Praying for a safe delivery for u. Wishing all the best.🇯🇲

[@rutujabhandari8061]

Such a cutie!! Love you so much excited for you new journey

[@rebekahelias3303]

If you choose to breastfeed and you thought your thirst was bad during pregnancy, its worse when your nursing your baby! So happy for you, praying for a safe and easy delivery.

[@annabellebreining1520]

Have a safe labor whenever he decides he wants to come for you 💜

[@lynn.schuster03]

I’m 8 weeks, 4 days along currently and SO sick. Nausea all day, vomiting on occasion, no energy. I can barely function these days. Those who aren’t sick are so lucky 😭 I’m so excited for baby and feel so blessed but holy cow this first trimester

[@diya26____]

Loads of love and blessings to you and the baby have a healthy labour

[@wildflowerone]

This is great info to get out there for first time moms! What the gal said about her 7 week old sleeping thru the night is true!! All three of my babies have all slept through the night by 3 to 4 months!! Look into it! It's possible and a life saver. I don't know how other moms survive that time without proper sleep. Maybe they have lots of help? Anyway! You're doing great!! 🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤

[@whatlyddid]

Its funny hearing her talk about intimacy as a stimulant for labour, because as I type this Brooklyn is showing early signs from playing Just Dance with Bailey! Here's hoping for a smooth delivery and happy, healthy mama and baby boy ❤

[@Samuel-VanessaLee]

Have a smooth delivery, Brooklyn! ❤ looking forward to see your new born, and how you navigate motherhood and begin a new chapter of your lifetime 🥹

[@CgcBesties_1134]

First crew!! I love ur vids!❤So happy for you!

[@sandracox4341]

Something no one told me and if they had pushing would have gone so much quicker for me, but while you're pushing the baby out, it feels like you're going to poop.

[@hopemelindapotgieter2412]

Pregnancy thirst was one things 😅 but boy oh boy breastfeeding feeding thirst is like 1000% worse 😂 Congratulations Brooklyn & Dakota 😊

[@gracepowell6597]

I'm so excited for you Brooklyn!! You're incredible!!

[@talarohrback8440]

Some people have different methods for getting their babies to sleep. One way that worked for my mother in getting me to sleep was Casting Crowns Away In A Manger. It always puts me to sleep as well as it being cold. The heat gives me really bad headaches so I prefer to sleep when it’s cold as well as listening to Away In A Manger by Casting Crowns. Good luck with being a mom, you will do fantastic

[@tshirtmaniac24]

with my first, I was extremely thirsty, which is a normal pregnancy symptom, except after 3 weeks of that we found out at my 35 week appt that I had dangerously low amniotic fluid ! so glad I had an ultrasound scheduled at that time otherwise we would not have known there was an issue ❤

[@jocelynosborne2991]

I definitely had a very positive outlook on what pregnancy would be like, even knowing that my mom had terrible morning sickness. I was so sick I had to go to the ER once for not keeping water or food down. The nausea did get better but then I started having fainting spells/ dizzy all the time. Now my legs are weak and give out and I can barely walk. 😭 Im still dizzy on top of this. I know some people need to hear that not everyone is sick, but I’m on the other side where I need reassurance that I’m not the only miserable one 😔😔

[@alexandraalsford9202]

Love how real you are, one thing I can say if give yourself grace and take care of you post partum. Breastfeeding can hurt at first, having a lactation consultant is huge, and they are a great support mentally, emotionally and physically lol. When your milk comes in around day 3 after baby is here you can become very emotional, I know I did and that is normal. All I can say is give yourself grace in all the feelings, good and some not so good it is normal, you go through so much and it's ok to feel all the feels ❤

[@VenomLovers1996]

I found out about the line darkness AFTER I found out I was having twins. I have identical twin girls, and they had actually not split yet when I had my confirmation ultrasound. But the line thing made SO much sense when I found out there were 2 babies. I showed the confirmation ultrasound to my perinatal specialist and he was SHOCKED that we caught it before they split. Forever a story I enjoy telling

[@shopwithjen]

13:03 OMG YOU PREDICTED YOUR FUTURE!!

[@maegan22]

Thanks for sharing all this info! I hope to be able to use it someday soon🙂 Praying you have a healthy labor, delivery, and baby!

[@WhitneyStone81]

Dark areolas!! Well I'll be darned I've had three children and never even knew why the areolas got so dark😂 that makes perfect sense for the baby to find it well I'll be darned! Also yes the blue veins

[@maria.ijasso]

@@Ojvyfzmaybe she didn’t care that much?

[@amory2104]

WELL WISHES WE LOVE YOU BROOKLYN!!! YOU FEEL LIKE MY OLDER SISTER WHENEVER I WATCH THESE AND IM ALWAYS SO EXCITED ABOUT IT!!!! LOVE YOUUU

[@Lialani777]

Wow I’ve never been this early! I’m so excited to see baby boy and you look so beautiful Brooklyn!! ❤

[@marife301]

Really good advice from everyone. Something no one told me was that after delivery your hair could start falling more than normal and since I got curly hair it got tangle so badly that they have to cut it very short and during pregnancy it grow beautiful almost to my waist so it was really shocking to me.

[@TianaGratia]

29 weeks right now and I wish someone would have told me about tiredness in the 3rd trimester! I thought it was just in the first. Now that I’m in the 3rd I sleep so much! It’s just so much more effort to move.

[@Adelaide672]

Best of luck to you and your baby!! ❤

[@CharlotteHatcher-h8p]

You are doing so well so proud of how far you have come

[@Samgolbach_updates]

I’m so excited for you guys to become parents I mean I just cannot express enough how happy I am for you both I love you both so much I hope motherhood treats you well you’ll be the BEST mom in the whole world ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@carissarucker850]

The line is called the linea alba and it’s just the connective tissue between the rectus abdominis (6 pack). The body produces more hormones that stimulate melanin production and so the linea alba sometimes turns a darker color during pregnancy.

[@arieladams2484]

I had absolutely no your feet could grow or your vocal cords change! My voice cannot hit high notes & I've gone up half a shoe size! There are other crazy things that caught me off gaurd. But lord, the feet really got me😂

[@jrush0623]

It's true 🤣

[@LylaRose99]

In case you didn't know - you will probably lose A LOT of hair postpartum (mine came out in clumps)! Don't worry, it will grow back as luscious as ever!

[@justjoannak]

I've heard this, too!

[@Duckduckobtusegoose]

Mine HAS NOT come back luscious as ever, hair is thinner than ever and went from super wavy hair to pin straight. Nearly 3yrs pp

[@Itzezyyyy]

Third trimester is actually fun aside from the itchiness (cold water or lotion helps) and I definitely had a harder first pregnancy but I’m forever grateful and the difference with this one is my second one being more hyper and moving a lot more than my first who would only kick my sides lol can’t believe you’re already about 40 weeks😭go Brooklyn❤️

[@AlexisaurusRawrr]

For me, I was SHOOK at how early certain symptoms kicked in! Back pain & shortness of breath being the two most notable. Both started in my 1st trimester & I was under the impression that those came in the 3rd😅

[@mojcaflorjan2262]

I respect that from her, that she is so honest! Go future mama!

[@rachelj3861]

I was tested for diabetes a couple of years ago when I was in high school. I chugged the drink about 10:30am without eating since 10:00pm the day before and when I was finally tested and drove back to school I almost passed out around 1pm. So glad you had a better experience because it was truly awful for me

[@garr032589]

After delivery, get started on some stool softeners because constipation can get really bad.

[@Kerry.MaybeBaby]

I never had morning sickness with any of my Three babies, but I had the worse Heart Burn ever with all three of them ❤❤❤❤

[@alizzettemontalvo9902]

I'm currently 5 months, it is my second pregnancy but I honestly don't remember half of it since my first born is almost 7 now, so this was extremely helpful thank you ❤ much love to you and your family 💕

[@_sheree_]

praying everything goes safe and smooth!🤗❤

[@AshleyPeck-i8z]

Literal foreshadowing about the water breaking and no active labor part for you!

[@marsala_krupp]

SO happy for u girl watching this knowing i’m not having a baby anytime soon📝

[@goyinfante5706]

the line on your belly is a good sign that youre producing a good hormone for the baby and its growth!

[@spunkygirl3978]

I'm so happy for you to go into motherhood! You're gonna be a great mom! ❤❤❤

[@AshleySchoeftner]

You guys have always been the bigger sisters I always wanted ❤❤

[@missinformed23]

The hardest part is when baby head is down and it start feel they are trying to push their way out .. the lightning sharp pains is crazy