FIRST TRIMESTER VLOG | long and VERY honest

[@x3lea866]

8 weeks here and just wanted to say thank you so much for sharing. First trimester is so isolating and so many emotions to deal with. On one hand I’m so happy but I’m the other I feel sad because i feel I’ve lost a part of myself. Before I got pregnant, I was super active and worked out everyday, thrived on being on the move and being productive. Now I literally have energy to do nothing but lay on the couch. I’m nauseous all day, and the medication I’m taking to manage it makes me dead tired. I’m lonely because I’m home all the time and none of the “fun” part of pregnancy has stated yet. It’s hard as hell!!

[@MadeleineMullins-r8e]

This resonated with me so much. I’m 7 weeks pregnant and feel so low. I feel totally overwhelmed trying to keep up with work and guilty and lazy. Thanks for sharing! It made me feel seen.

[@BayBay-eb1zc]

I’m 6 weeks and feel the same . All I can do it sleeep

[@shashamarie4760]

7.5 weeks here and 42, first time mommy. Does it get better? Feeling depressed 😔

[@nikkitea9661]

Wow I honestly can’t tell you how much I needed this video. I’ve had such a similar experience with my first trimester. What I thought would be the most magical time has actually been one of the most miserable periods and I too feel SO guilty for saying this. It’s so incredibly isolating feeling so poorly, not leaving the house, not seeing your friends & family and having no distractions from how awful you’re feeling. I can relate to every single thing you are saying. I can’t even walk past the fridge without gagging. I’ve never wished time away more. Really appreciate you being so open and honest. Feel like every other pregnant person I know is having the most magical time so it’s been really difficult to find someone who can relate. I’m 15 weeks now and the nausea has definitely eased off in the last week or so. Feeling more human has finally given me a burst of excitement again but WOW who knew pregnancy could be so tough?! Thank you again for filming this video. Really appreciate it ❤❤

[@HHHHEEELLLLOOOO1]

I have nausea every second of the day it ranges from low to medium nausea. I’ve been non stop nauseous for 4 weeks straight. I need a break! I’m at the end of my rope I almost cried today. I’m so grateful for my sweet baby but this sickness is ruining my life at the moment. I’m 11 weeks approaching 12. I’m just praying I’ll be one of those women on Reddit that say they finally wake up one day and it just stops. And what makes it worse is going to work and still trying to keep up with the home. My kind husband is very patient and understanding but I don’t feel like myself and it’s effecting me emotionally. I close my eyes and just imagine the moment my baby will finally come out and I’ll hold them in my arms. Sorry for the rant lol I hope all of us ladies are the light at the end of the tunnel soon!

[@alyc2603]

Thanks for this video Ruby pregnancy is painted as such a fun easy journey at the moment on Instagram it’s so refreshing, also just because this baby was so wanted doesn’t mean you can’t complain ❤️

[@lauranordman]

I’m so glad I came across this video of yours. I’m now 7+1 weeks pregnant and STRUGGLING so bad with nausea, vomiting and just feeling so sick and ill all the time. I’m also feeling so low, scared and anxious. I can really relate to what you talked about at 15 minutes in this video. Thank you so much for making this video!! 😭❤️ This gives me strength and hope that all of this will get better and that I’m not alone. Wishing you all the best!!

[@Lucy-op5bp]

Having just come out the first trimester myself, this was music to my ears to see someone else go through the same symptoms. It’s draining and so difficult and lonely at times, this video was so raw I loved it, it’s deffo gonna help other pregnant mums lots, thanks so much ruby! Can’t wait to follow along your pregnancy journey ❤

[@lisarusinek7509]

I’m currently 7 weeks 1 day and I needed this today. I’ve always wanted to be a mum so I just feel so guilty and confused that I feel so low all the time right now, like I’m not appreciating how lucky I am. But as you said, it’s hard to feel excited and grateful when you feel so rubbish all the time. Just got to keep surviving as best I can until the 2nd trimester 🤞

[@laura0576]

I know you posted this a few months ago, but I have watched so many first trimester blogs and I really want to thank you for yours. It was brave of you to be so raw and so many of your symptoms are the same as mine so it really is very reassuring to know that someone out there on the other side of the world has found this as hard as I have. I have had IBS for 7 years but I had a terrible flare up between weeks 4-7 too and it was so so painful and I have only seen 1 other person who went through this! The nausea is currently sending me insane at 10+6 and I am counting down to the 2nd trimester. I really hope I also feel better like you did. Thank you so much for sharing. 🥰

[@katiec7674]

Hey Ruby! Just wanted to say that I think it’s amazing that you’ve posted such a raw and honest video relating to your pregnancy. I’m sure it’ll help so many women out there going through similar things. I’m just so over the moon for you and Sam, sending you both lots of love! ♥️

[@allbutgrey]

Thanks for sharing. This has been the most relatable first trimester vlog. I couldn't enjoy my life at all because I was so violently ill. It's hard to explain to anyone who hasn't had this experience because you don't want to come across as a negative person but you also know its the truth of your day to day experience.

[@megangilchrist315]

I’m 10 weeks right now and thank you so so much for sharing the vulnerable side of the first trimester! I’m not alone

[@poonamsall8181]

Thank you for showing all of pregnancy the first trimester vlog the good and the bad. truly appreciate you being vulnerable.

[@torianeal_]

I’ve just watched this while I’m 19 weeks today, and you really captured the feeling I had from 6-14 weeks! I didn’t have any IBS/cramping issues but I was sick almost everyday anytime I woke up or was hungry, I also felt very low between 8-12 weeks and I did wonder if I’d make it through/ had thoughts about if I could actually do it (birth/having a baby). This video would’ve really helped me (if I could bare doing/watching anything or even speaking about it) but I am sure it will help lots of people. I’m feeling much more positive about it all now, the 1st trimester emotions are absolutely awful and I’m glad I’m out of it!! Glad you’re feeling better xx

[@elirice6687]

My little one is almost 7 months now and I have to admit although I can remember what symptoms I did have I can't remember how grim it was. Once you're beyond that first trimester you almost forget what you went through!

[@mandamoodouglas4573]

Thank you for your vulnerability at week 6/7. I'm 8 weeks and I've been crying and dying of nausea and intestinal stuff. Good lord it is so tough and good to know I'm not the only one.

[@shashamarie4760]

Does it get better? I'm 7.5 weeks and 42 years old. Worried and first time mommy.

[@BWrejects]

It it normal that I don’t have nausea ? I’m 6 weeks 2 days

[@sanghasheena]

What your describing brings back memories of early pregnancy symptoms that i had. 😢 i tried it all but the only thing that helped my nausea was a travel wrist band for nausea. It dampened that constant feeling of wanting to be sick. Itll be over soon just hang on x

[@gerrybernard8072]

Thank you for sharing! I’m going through this right now, everything that you’re going through, I’m going through it. It’s the hardest thing. I feel like pushing a baby out is 10 times better than going through this.

[@Lucy772996]

Ruby, I had an awful first trimester too and I promise you it all becomes a distant memory ❤

[@arpysarumyan_]

thank you for this post and this video, i have very similar symptoms right now pregnant in my first trimester and I needed to hear this!! 🧡

[@morenikeakinwunmi711]

Thank you so so much. Honestly, the bloating and abdominal pains for me have been very bad but glad to know I’m not the only one

[@dezmariemariah6488]

I really appreciate you for this video! I’m sorry you felt so bad, I’ve been feeling the same down to the swollen underarm area pain, and I’m almost 7 weeks. Videos like these make me feel less alone❤️ God bless your little family!

[@emilydovydaitis3763]

Hi Ruby, I watched this video when you first posted this and are now watching this again at 14 weeks pregnant! I remembered how honest you were and felt like I needed to hear that things get better and these awful symptoms are normal. I have been feeling the same as you since around 6 weeks pregnant and are still struggling day to day with sickness and feeling generally crap! Just wanted to say thank you for posting this as it actually really helps hearing that someone else has gone through the same thing and came out the other end with their beautiful baby girl that makes it totally worth it.. 💕

[@Floralie]

Bless you Ruby 🤍 I imagine this has helped soooo many mums!! Can’t wait for the next part of your happy journey 👶🏻

[@laurenpatterson6483]

This video has helped me so much! I have had the worst IBS type symptoms in early pregnancy and this makes me feel so much better about it. Its so scary Googling symptoms as it seems to only come up with the most terrifying answers. Thank you so much! ❤

[@Madteamouse]

I know this is a year old now but thank you so much for sharing. It really feels good to know that I’m not the only one as it can feel isolating and make you feel so selfish.

[@GenevaCoffin]

thank you for this

[@valeriehill6382]

Oh my darling, I wanted to reach in and give you such a hug, well done gorgeous, you’re a real trooper and I’m sure sharing your first trimester struggles will really help many ladies our there, take care my lovey, hugs to you all ❤❤❤

[@LittleMonstrito]

Am on my 5th week pregnant First timer and yoh I feel like..💩 Losing my breath, so tired but today which is my 4th day I feel more energetic but mid day I went weee tired like I ran a marathon. 4th week was painful cramps but we here in this journey together ❤

[@lisajmacleod2421]

Ahhh Ruby you look absolutely gorgeous and glowing. As a mum of 3 I can reassure you the emotions you go through are real! Let Sam do what he can, my husband was always happy to help when ever he could and wanted to look after me. 😊

[@hannahlong3055]

HI Ruby, I'm currently 10 weeks and it was so validating to see your video and see how you went through the same things. I'm looking forward to the next phase, and this video gave me hope that it will get better! :)

[@makhosazanenzama5758]

Ow my thank you so much, having all these morning sickness I didn't have hope that I will ever be better but you have reassured me and am so grateful....can't wait for break through 😊

[@helmi6196]

Thanks for talking about the armpit/glandular pain coz I've been feeling that too and have been too anxious to see a doctor due to family history of cancer. Makes me feel so much bettet😊

[@katherinebennett6372]

Oh Ruby, honey 😢 your feelings are valid! Don’t discredit them ❤ this is a monumental shift in your emotional and physical state and it’s only fair to feel the way you do. You’ve got this girl! Sending you all the love

[@thegalhorowitz]

At 49 mins you started crying and Im obviously 7 weeks now and super crappy and I started empathy crying =))) I checked your newer videos and so happy for you and your baby girl

[@pgupta9659]

I’m sorry to hear your first trimester wasn’t great but glad you feel so much better. Having children is the most wonderful thing in the world. I have three XX

[@EdwinaLondon]

Thanks so much for your honesty & sharing your vulnerabilities. A reminder that we really are all humans at the end of the day. God bless you & your pregnancy journey 🙏🏾 🎉 👶🏼

[@jodiepiggot3143]

Thank you so much for sharing this! I am about 2 months behind you and when you shared your symptoms etc on instagram it helped me so much 🥰 I suddenly didn’t feel so alone and scared. This video will help someone more than you can even imagine! Xx

[@janecarter9187]

So glad you’re feeling better Ruby!… it brings back so many memories… ❤ but all pregnancies are different, as you say- and I promise- for most, it does get easier. Looking forward to the next update on this exciting journey…🙏🏼🤗

[@Eff181]

I really feel for you! I’m currently 4 months and my first trimester was fine but mentally the whole journey is tough! I’m finding myself crying because my body is already telling me slow down and I just wasn’t expecting that for a couple of months.

[@natashaAllen295]

Thank you for sharing, I wish I looked up videos like these sooner. I’m pregnant in my first trimester and have a lot of gas and bowel symptoms like yourself. I prefer natural remedies and can honestly say peppermint tea is a game-changer! Helps to regulate your digestive system and go to the bathroom. I found sea salt and hot water to be really helpful with nausea along with consuming enough water throughout the day. I’ve had a lot of food aversions so I have been navigating what I can consume from what is making me feel sick. But each day and each week is different and take it as it comes. 😊

[@faycamilleri8962]

My first pregnancy was so different , i got nausea and bad headaches going into my 2nd trimester but this pregnancy omgg from the start nausea started and headaches literally everyday , plus the fatigue , what you said rly resonates, scared to go to far from home as im scare dim gnna be rly sick plus i hv a 2 year old , its just so hard , im counting the days for weeks to just fly by and maybe start feeling better but time is moving so slow !

[@petrabarassoova27]

Oh gosh! I’m sorry you had to go through this. It’s so hard, isn’t it? I can relate to almost everything. The nausea, the exhaustion, feeling useless and even tiniest tasks like having a shower was was close to impossible to achieve. Roll on second trimester 😩 Sending you lots of love ❤️

[@suewilkinson9518]

This too Will pass. Try to stop giving yourself a hard each of us is unique. It gets better and the end result is amazing!!!

[@isabellaross1472]

I work at a vet clinic during the week and it is so hard to make it through the day. But honestly the weekends are the worst because I have so much more time to think about how awful I feel. I feel so worthless and guilty.

[@shashamarie4760]

Key word: worthless. I don't know how I'm gonna work. I'm a teacher. 7 weeks and 42 years old. Does it get better?

[@Sabz.h]

Thank you for this video, I think a lot of us needed this!! Pregnancy is hard, it’s not all pebbles and roses❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@Mspowell30]

Honestly, it’s not

[@kelliesinclair1984]

Aww hun, so sorry you had such a tough time in your first trimester. So brave of you being so raw and vulnerable with it. Nice to see you feeling better at the end of this vid. I'm glad all went well at breast clinic. I have similar, not pregnant but hormone related...x

[@nicolemchardy3367]

I've been suffering with the cramps as well and it's really scary. Really gives me bad anxiety. I have IBS and it is really ruining what is supposed to be an exciting time!

[@Cath189]

Thank you for sharing, I was sick and mind numbingly nauseous all day every day from week 5ish until almost 18 and there is so much guilt that comes along with it, like you mentioned the feeling of not enjoying it but also I found I was putting a lot of pressure on myself with thoughts of 'this is the most natural thing in the world and your body is meant to be built for it so why are you struggling' and also feeling guilty for feeling resentment towards others who had an easy pregnancy. Also the severe anxiety in the early weeks every time you go to the toilet etc, I hadn't heard many people talk about that! I also feel like the isolation isn't talked about much, the exhaustion for once some days means you literally wake up, work and sleep and that's it and then you can't really go out anywhere if you're that unwell but then also people are waiting for you to invite them to see you so they don't intrude but you either don't feel up to visitors or if you're like me your house became a tip so you didn't want people to visit. I felt like I didn't even have the capacity to answer messages often because the light on my phone would make me sick or people would be asking how I was but I didn't want to have to talk about how I was months into not being able to leave the sofa - it can really take a hit on your mental health and I don't think it's talked about enough or supported enough by our healthcare system, you're mostly left alone for that first trimester when it's one of the hardest! I sobbed multiple times a week about feeling lonely but also felt too sick to really even try seeing anyone, it really is so so so difficult.

[@rachelmay2357]

Thanks so much for sharing. Currently 7 weeks and feel so terrible, just crying along with you wishing for time to speed up 😂

[@katief5639]

I’m sure this video will help so many people, sending you huge hugs Ruby ✨😘

[@chrissy6853]

Ruby it will def get better..... you might not even remember it unless you look back at your vlogs...... I hope you feel better soon - xo

[@undisc0verd]

I resonate so much with your video and especially the last part...I just want to feel like myself again =( Thank you so much for sharing this

[@ells1796]

This makes me feel so much better. I’m almost 7 weeks and suffering with constipation which is causing such painful cramps. Your symptoms are almost identical to mine so I feel the struggle 😂

[@christina5545]

I had this symptom too and added a teaspoon of chia seeds to my morning porridge, or you could add to a smoothie, and it completed sorted it!

[@TrionaORegan-qu5hm]

You are such a Dote! So glad you have turned a corner and you are feeling better! Mmmmmmwah

[@claudiapastorahdez6177]

I have cramps too, similar sometimes to the ones I get during my period, I'd say milder but similar. I have endometriosis so that could also be causing this.

[@czarlyyo9031]

Ahhh dear Ruby ❤ no one could prepare you for that wild ride😔 ❤ good to see u better in the end❤

[@donnamcmillan6950]

I was hospitalized with both my pregnancies for 3 or 4 month on IV for the whole time. I don't think they do this anymore as this was back in the 80s I could eat a little but i couldn't drink for some reason. I had a constant metal taste in my month. I lost so much weight and looked like a very ill person. However both babies were big and healthy. It was horrible at the time. My children are now grown, married and have children of their own. So hang in there.

[@bekindtokindpeople7983]

You can also eat Sesam seeds and flax seeds are very good to regulate hormons!! Maybe you will feel better

[@isabellaross1472]

I’m watching this at 7 almost 8 weeks pregnant. I have been feeling most if not all of these things. I have been having the biggest pity party. But the guilt set in this morning when I had some spotting and now I’m worried I may miscarry as I’ve done before. I’m trying to keep positive but it’s so hard when I feel so alone. I have 2 healthy children but also have had multiple miscarriages to get there, I’m just scared.

[@sarahkelly2293]

Mind yourself against prenatal depression ❤

[@solvisionx9965]

Best tip for trapped winds: go down on your knees, lean forward, rest your head on the ground or your arms. Your butt should be the highest part of your body now. Breath into your stomach, let it hang losely. Every once in a while sit up, then return to the position. Your gut will losen up and the winds will find there way out. I promise! - I forgot to say: Don't wear anything tight.

[@HausOfChloe]

Hi Ruby, can I ask where you went for your early scan at 6 weeks please? I live in Manchester and looking for somewhere local xx

[@korupterjessica]

I know this is a year old and totally off topic but if you get a chance where did you get your necklace from? its lovely

[@Youngirishbudgeter]

We love long videos! ❤

[@itaolivereua3238]

Thank you for the video. I just feel miserable…

[@jackiecairney3287]

❤ awww ruby it's going to be OK ❤

[@ohthechitchat]

Do English nurses use the term 'trimester'?

[@LISANE69]

Hope you having a wonderful time in Dubai 😘🥰

[@kimwait137]

Thanks for sharing

[@kirstyalvey3021]

Prunes… i ate them throughout and was fine but I didn’t really have many symptoms apart from itchy nipples 😂

[@bekindtokindpeople7983]

Girl i feel so bad for you! You need to go to a Osteopath, because you are going to be producing your baby, your body is going to take everything what it needs from your water reservs!!! You need to trink really good water and good cuality. Please do not trink cold water. Water is very important to produce cells and blut so ..... and try to eat less sugar because you are going to need more water to digest!!. read about how water works in our body!!! And take care of your microbion in your digestiv System. You need to understand lots of hormones productions start in our colon ... so please change your food and trink a lot!!!! I wish you only the best!!!! Natural medicine in this case is the best for you!!!!!

[@JohleneOrton]

❤

[@mh3242]

👀 me watching this video not even pregnant

[@liris2833]

Enjoy it as you can’t lie in bed when you’re pregnant with a second bubba 😫

[@amydimmock5544]

Hi girl, I am no professional but the random gagging could be a symptom of anxiety, it’s my main symptom I’m not pregnant but just in every day life so that could be a reasoning behind it

[@ldelilah3864]

Pregnant women generally gag at everything in the 1st trimester so I really don’t think it’s anxiety; just an extremely common pregnancy symptom

[@alisha2253]

Definitely recommend working with a homeopath, homeopathics will help immensely xx