My First Trimester | Fear of Sickness/Emetophobia | First Signs & Symptoms

My First Trimester | Fear of Sickness/Emetophobia | First Signs & Symptoms
00:00 Intro
06:19 First signs and symptoms of pregnancy
10:07 Fear of vomit in the first trimester
24:23 All first trimester symptoms week by week
41:25 Things I found helpful
46:32 - Alfie’s thoughts and feelings on the first trimester
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[@padfoots_paws]

No I am not pregnant. Yes I am very excited about this video

[@miaharding73]

Zoe: if you are pregnant, scared to have a baby, have emetaphobia Me: *a 17 year old girl who’s watched Zoe for 6 years just excited for her to have a baby* 😌

[@meriemaitali7463]

Same😂

[@beth1505]

Haha same 😂😌

[@callistoarmy5576]

.❤️Do u love my songs ❤️.

[@davinaagarwal3156]

No joke, that’s me

[@davinaagarwal3156]

M 17 myself and have watched her for 6 years:)

[@Mary-ir8ct]

Where are my fellow emetophobes at?🙋🏻‍♀️

[@simonapran_]

anyone else not pregnant or not even planning to have a baby but still excited too see Zoe's journey and their baby??

[@emmarose1594]

As someone with emetephobia, it is so relaxing and soothing to have a public figure that also struggles with emetephobia and is so public about it. So much love Zoe❤️

[@AusLissie]

So many people with emetophobia, for once, I feel less alone in this big, big world!

[@rethajordaan1075]

I’m not pregnant but I’ve got a massive fear of vomiting and always have. I grew up with a sister who dealt with eating disorders and a mother that doesn’t take sickness very seriously so I’ve always felt insane for fearing it so much. It’s so relieving to hear about people who are so afraid of it for a change

[@sarahtost8306]

Alfie: talking about s*x life Zoe: „stop my nan is watching“ 😂😂

[@hmsj05]

The way you described having emetophobia as looking at the pavement, almost searching for it, is so unbelievably accurate.

[@chloehuggs4017]

The way Alfie says “Thank you for growing the baby” to Zoe....that got me ❤️🥺

[@beththornton]

i’m 16, not pregnant, never had a child BUT i love zoe and i’m invested in this journey so i’m still watching!!!

[@emilyyoung9344]

As a fellow emetaphobe I want to thank you for this so so much❤️

[@melon8655]

I can’t even begin to verbalize how much it means to me that you talked about emetophobia. Just like you around 15 and 16 this intense fear of pregnancy and vomit popped up and still scares me to this day. As someone who wasn’t going to have kids because of all of this it means to much to me that you were able to get through it even if you didn’t get sick. Emetophobia is really not talked about in a lot of ways and having such a influential person that I look up to talk about it makes me so so so happy and honestly relieved that I’m not alone

[@amyidem2096]

I am emetophobic, I've had three pregnancies and haven't been sick once 😌 I haven't been sick in around 13 years even when I've had food poisoning or bugs I've been fine. Emetophobia is so very limiting and there isn't enough awareness out there so thank you for this video.

[@natalievictoria5940]

I have Emetophobia too! Not only a fear of myself being sick but anyone around me too, which terrifies me for when I have a child, how will I cope when the child is sick? It’s really nice to see someone else with the same phobia, and I look forward to following your journey with it ❤️

[@nicolegraham4405]

Never been so excited for a youtuber to have a baby 🤩

[@DyslexicMitochondria]

I grew up watching her and now im gonna watch her kid grow

[@shannonpaterson1179]

SAME THOO

[@Libertymaeedwards]

@@shannonpaterson1179 I have watched her growing up and Alfie too can’t wait to see the baby arrival vlogs 🥰

[@ylvasorli]

Alfie talking about the non-existent sex life made me cry-laugh

[@djonibertens6217]

I actually suffer from emetophobia and it makes me really scared to have a baby in the future.

[@rebeccaparry1663]

When Alfie said “thank you for growing a baby”😢😢

[@maddiemurphy9252]

“My nan’s gonna watch this” oh that killed me 😂

[@zoeyeveryday]

wanted to add another positive story for those afraid, i’m 3 weeks out of my first trimester now and didn’t have an ounce of sickness or nausea! it IS possible to go through pregnancy without sickness, it’s just that the ones riddled with sickness that get more attention/press/depicted in films etc. you’ll be okay💗

[@SparklilyCordiale]

I have emetophobia. When I get nauseous I start stressing about it and feel even more sick from anxiety and get more anxious and so on to the point of just sitting still and not being able to move because I feel like even a little movement will make it worse - it's a horrifying vicious circle. I spoke with my therapist about it and her advice was to do breathing exercises and grounding meditation. It actually helped me in the moment of feeling nauseous to the point of stopping the nausea. I recommend trying it =) It's nice to know there's someone among the youtubers I watch who has the same obscure fear of vomiting as me, lol.

[@rachel_s_g]

people used to make fun of me when I said I was terrified of throwing up. I didn't realise it was a genuine phobia until you talked about it

[@springmore]

I have emetophobia and am now 16 weeks pregnant! I’m one of those people who had terrible nausea but never actually got sick in the first trimester. For me it was knowing mentally that I wasn’t actually sick and that I didn’t need to be sick to feel better, it was just the way my body was reacting to my hormones that I think ultimately kept me from being sick. Like mentally I didn’t go there as a possibility. But anytime my nausea would get bad my heart rate would skyrocket as if I were having a panic attack as just my body’s anxiety response to that feeling. Very very odd and I’m glad it’s over now!

[@emilyn9230]

I have a HUGE problem with my emetophobia!! So bad that I start panicking hard if someone gets motion sick or says they’re feeling nauseous! I also haven’t thrown up myself in over 10 years haha! So scared of the morning sickness part of having kids.

[@kayoss2306]

I'm not here to convince anyone that the thing they're afraid of isn't scary. But I am here to tell you that you're much stronger, braver, and more capable of handling things than you'll ever realise :)

[@SophieSings-tb7sf]

I started crying during this video, not because it triggered me but because I’ve been suffering with emetaphobia for many years now and it’s really affected my anxiety and overall life. It’s really nice to hear someone say they have it and to talk about their experience with it. Thank you Zoe for sharing!xxx

[@noor-ul-ains.715]

I'm 21, not pregnant never even thought about it. Only watching the video because of zoe because I've been watching her since I was 16 and it blows my mind how I've basically grew up watching her videos and she's having a baby now. Imma cry now. 🤧

[@annika4533]

„Or in the second trimester“ 😂 Zoe thank you so much for keeping that in! 😂

[@jen-bd5rc]

it really is so comforting seeing other people suffer with emetophobia, for sooo long i thought i was just weird but it’s nice seeing other people talk about their experiences, looking forward to watching this video

[@ethanmccloskey8924]

Her voice sounds so much deeper

[@Brownfamilytravel]

I suffer from Emetophobia and I've been through two pregnancies. With my daughter I never had any signs of morning sickness and it really helped me relax. With my son I felt so sick from week 7 to 14. I was really scared that I would be sick but I wasn't. I knew what made me worse and better. It's tough but so worth it 😍

[@JackieLina]

Loved this so very much 🥰 especially the last bit with Alfie ☺️ my husband would agree 😂😂 and I‘ve had two babies, girl and boy, and I‘ve not been sick once in my pregnancies even if I had the worst migraines of my life in one of the pregnancies 🙈 everything is possible, you will be okay and so will your baby... and you only get given what you can handle and grow from that - at least that’s what I believe in 🥰🙌🏼

[@oliviavizza8731]

As someone who has been dealing with an unknown illness which includes chronic nausea and loss of appetite, my fear of being sick has made my anxiety so bad. I’m not pregnant but I’m happy that more women have access to videos like this online! Luv ya Zoe I hope you and Alfie are doing well

[@lucied2725]

I’m so sorry for you... sending lots of love !

[@chloemarples7828]

My mum had no sickness with me or my brother, she actually said she felt great all through both pregnancies and really enjoyed being pregnant which has been a huge reassurance for me, everyone has a different experience but there are so many positive experiences too

[@MrsTran-ix4hk]

I had my son last October and I had a pretty rough first trimester. I have a slight fear of vomit and I did have HG. I was in and out of the hospital and lost 25 lbs in the first trimester. it was the most difficult thing I have ever been through. To any other women going through HG you’re not alone. I promise you will get through it and it is so rewarding to hold your baby at the end. Sending love to all the mamas 💕

[@ilaikunicorns]

I’ve been following Zoe since she first started KZbin and always knew she had panic attacks and anxiety but I had NO idea it was from the exact same phobia that’s dominated my life since I was a child. This is so comforting to know that you have this fear and are still conquering the journey of motherhood. So incredibly happy for and proud of you! ❤️

[@gabsxo2930]

As someone who has emetophobia, I am so grateful for this video! So I just want to say thank you so much for speaking about this ❤️

[@allyhind5527]

I have emetephobia but only in regards to others, I don’t mind when I’m sick myself. It’s been so hard since having a child. She’s had 3 stomach virus’ so far which has been extremely hard. I’m constantly worried about her eating too much and becoming sick, her getting car sick, if she toses and turns during the night I’m worried that means she’ll be sick. I can’t even take her to an indoor play centre as I know they are riddled with germs and that’s where she got her first stomach virus from. I’m anxious to send her to daycare in fear of the germs there. I can’t go to hospitals or out of a weekend in fear that others will be sick. I can’t go on public transport without having an anxiety attack. It’s so extreme and debilitating and I feel that people just don’t understand. It’s great to here from a public figure experiencing the same thing

[@shannonperry942]

Zoe is so luckily to have Alfie as a partner how he puts her needs before his own! But they really are going to be the best parents ❤️❤️

[@gemmaaaxx]

As someone else who has emetophobia I just want to applaud you for your bravery in trying for a baby 💗 that is a huge accomplishment just in itself 💗 xx

[@magdalliee]

I am not even close to even getting a boyfriend, but i am watching every video made by Zoe, because my teenage years were way much better with her and it's so amazing as a 27 years old to grow and mature with Zoe 🥰 the news of your getting pregnant made me tear up

[@hayley7505]

When you said ‘I googled and searched ‘positive first trimester in pregnancy’ it triggered my Google Nest, and bellowed through the house ‘oh interesting, you want to know about being pregnant in the first trimester’ 😂 my mum, was very shocked and thought that was my way of revealing being pregnant 🤣

[@alicornette]

me, 19 years old, not pregnant or ever planning to have children, watching this because i love zoe so much ....

[@mariahenriquez4541]

okay i'm not even close to the point in my life where i would want to be pregnant but having severe emetophobia and desperately eager to become a mother when i'm ready, this is quite literally the most perfect video for me out there. thank u so much for this zoe

[@Greatcatsbyyy]

My husband and I have been trying for a couple months now and I have had the biggest fear of throwing up my entire life. I honestly thought I was the only person to feel this way. So thank you, this definitely made me feel better.

[@georgiarose3434]

I’m 22 and not thinking about having babies anytime soon but I also suffer with Emetophobia and this was was really reassuring, thank you☺️❤️

[@brogantatexo]

I’m someone who also has Emetophobia and can relate to everything you were saying. You worded it so perfectly, and hearing your perspective just made me feel less alone. Thank you. Sending love Zoe xxx

[@mollsmccarphy8202]

Can’t believe your now pregnant and starting a family ,it’s unreal I remember the first time you started KZbin lol good luck 🤞🏻❤️

[@deimantebialaglovyte5790]

Watching Zoe is like watching an old friend sharing his precious life moment with you when you feel your whole heart is filling with happiness

[@kujak16]

Zoe definitely has the pregnancy glow😍

[@laurawestwood343]

I just want to say THANK YOU! I never knew you had emetophobia, as someone with this phobia I want to say you reassured me even without being pregnant as I never wanted children because of this. You’ve helped me more (cbt) wise in this video than any therapist in the 7 years I’ve had this, so I want to say thank you and bless be to you and your baby ❤️

[@sofiafrafjord791]

Thank you for still posting whilst pregnant! Much appreciated by everyone ♡

[@danibentley6144]

“I’m cutting that out! My nan watches these videos!” awww, she definitely knows how that baby came to be! 😂Nothing to be embarrassed about haha!

[@laurenx2168]

me watching this at 18 with no plans on having a baby anytime soon but watching because Zoe is literally my comfort blanket!!

[@lucyandellie2270]

If you’re reading this comment remember how amazing you are, stay safe and whatever you’re going through will work out in the end and have a great day/night! From a small KZbin channel x

[@LaurenRogers59]

Thanks and to you too x

[@AlissaMai]

Last time Zoe uploaded I was eating a dominos and this time I've got fish and chips .... Catch me getting more takeaways now 😂

[@eh6142]

ahah me to just the other way round 🤫😂

[@LauroniBabe]

Thank you thank you thank you about sharing about your emetephobia. You’re the only person I know besides on online forums that has/talked about emetephobia. This has been such a deep concern of mine for so many years and your video has helped to bring reality

[@arianacasha6751]

MY CHILDHOOD SELF IS SO SO HAPPY AND EXCITED TO BE SHARING THIS JOURNEY WITH HER

[@ameliarose8822]

Literally, Emetophobia is the WORST. I've suffered with it pretty much all my life and I used to want to be a Doctor and now I feel like I can't because of vomit along with having kids I've always wanted to but since my phobia's been getting worse I don't know if I want them. So that's fun 👍

[@michelle5254]

Always remember, “this too shall pass” 💖

[@andreathelin4069]

Eat whatever you feel like. Eat whenever you feel like! My midwife told me to eat something late at night so that i wouldn’t wake up starving. It really helped! Also you got this! And it will get easier or at least go away after baby comes! And having a baby is the most incredible and surreal experience ever! ❤️

[@jaywalford2365]

I’m not pregnant but feel like i’ve waited for this video! So invested and excited for you guys! 🧡🧡🧡

[@callistoarmy5576]

Hii

[@LilyWright90]

28 weeks pregnant here! :) 🤰🏽 I only had nausea in my first trimester not actually being sick! I feel so sorry for women with HG! Hope your journey is going well! ❤️

[@chrissylights]

Thank you so much for discussing this, It is my main fear and limiting factor in pregnancy and hearing your experiences has eased a lot of worries and I feel less crazy. It definitely is the lack of control that is the stem of the fear for me but hearing you say that most of your anxiety had something to do with emetophobia made me almost smile as I have never heard someone put into words how I feel myself. thank you for this video truly.

[@lucied2725]

I haven’t even watched the video yet but I have huuuge emetophobia (so much that it made me become anorexic when I was 8) and I am so happy you’re talking about it ! It really is the reason I’m scared of pregnancy.

[@tiabarnard8008]

I have been waiting for this video knowing that you have Emetophobia and your experiences with being sick while pregnant, as someone who also has emetophobia and had therapy for it I’m still so anxious for everyday and now I’m getting older also for pregnancy so I’m so glad you had a positive and sick free first trimester makes me feel less anxious for the day I get pregnant. I can really relate to everything you say and makes me feel not alone. Thank you for that ❤️❤️

[@bunnyboowub]

How lovely is to think that your baby girl will get to watch this one day and see the joy and excitement in your eyes!

[@AlissaMai]

'tomatoes just taste so bad even though i want to eat them' just screams zoe 😂

[@carlybrownell55]

i’ve been watching your videos for so long, you have NO IDEA how excited i am for you and Alfie. 🥺♥️ you’re gonna be great parents and i wish all three of you nothing but health and happiness!!! xx

[@MichelleZierk]

I’m so happy that you were able to move past some of your anxiety! At the end you were talking about how your personality was dampened due to the pregnancy and what it took out of you. I have had chronic illnesses for 12 years (I’m 26) and that is the first time I’ve heard someone explain how I feel everyday. I’m not the person I used to be and will never be again...

[@amyjohnson741]

Thanks for mentioning emetophobia in the title of this video. It means I can watch it tomorrow when I’m feeling less anxious😀

[@rebekahkennett7771]

I struggle massively with emetophobia and I know one day I’d love a family of my own if I can. This video has been amazing because I was getting to the point where I honestly thought my only option would be adoption or surrogacy. I’m so glad you’ve made this video, thank you so much x

[@melissarowland5747]

My baby is 4 months old but I can attest that the first trimester was my hardest. I was sick (all the way) every day and all day for the first 12 weeks and lost 20lbs because of it (not good!) I made it through and enjoyed the reminder of my experience so it was completely worth it. Even if you do have a terrible 1st trimester there is hope for the following months. I hope that is helpful for anyone needing a bit more of reassurance.

[@_stephanie]

I don't plan to have kids, but still watched all of this at full attention. I'm so happy for you guys!

[@islishwilliams7332]

Zoe. As someone who has grown with you over the years I can’t begin to tell you how much this video means to me. I connected with your videos at a young age, as I also have emetaphobia. I still remember your vlogs about cbt groups and then going on to do them myself. My fiancé and I are currently going through ivf (we’re a same sex couple and things haven’t been easy trying to conceive) One of my biggest worries is feeling sick, being sick, not being able to help my babies when they feel sick. Thank you for opening up and sharing with us. You touch so many hearts You are SO loved x

[@celestesoto7232]

Hi! I am 46yo and have a 19yo son. No matter how hard or easy, you will love every moment!

[@amyinmanlunn]

Thank you so much for talking about the Emetophobia aspect. I’m only 17 but my dream is to have children and the thought of having to go through morning sickness really troubled me. I definitely won’t be having kids for a long time, but this was so reassuring!!

[@MarieMarie.87]

I actually loved that you didn’t cut that out. It’s something many think about and feel bad about. So I definitely feel that it’s a good point to talk about. At least for the couple going trough it. I hope the rest of your pregnancy will go wonderfully and bring joy to you both. Much love.

[@shanelan]

this entire video warmed my heart 🥺 growing up watching you two and now seeing how much your relationship has grown is just wow ❤️

[@queenanhle1258]

. No morning sickness for me, no cravings, no mood swings during the entire pregnancy. Just wanna share if anyone sees this. This maybe be the case for you too. So dont worry about it beforehand. It will only stress you out. I did not google any pregnancy experience and read into pregnancy symptoms either.

[@imaansaeed58]

Only 18 still doing A levels and definitely not pregnant but I’m still gonna watch😂

[@MyJewishMommyLife]

I appreciate this so much as my pregnancies were all exactly like this and it was SO HARD to see “everyone else” just celebrating and enjoying every minute of their pregnancy and wondering why my body wasn’t like that!

[@ellie8777]

I am just so happy for them!! The little girl is going to be so loved 💗🥰🌸🌷🌺

[@RosyCastillo_93]

Alfie sounds like such a caring, loving and involved partner, I'm so happy that you found THE ONE, love you guys❣❣

[@abigailhall7870]

I’m currently going through pretty bad morning sickness. I cannot tell you how relatable this was! My husband is doing everything and the frustration of physically not being able to do anything is so strong! I’m like you waiting for the second trimester 🙏

[@graciexjoyce]

never been so excited for a youtuber to have a baby, and to watch their family grow

[@_mollyxo_2226]

Yesss. A 58 minute video. She really does treat us xxx

[@thirsateeuw5487]

I love how, when I saw this video, I immediately paused and grabbed myself some tea and a snack and when I pressed play you also told everyone to do so

[@andrewlloyd7746]

I’ve been waiting YEARS for this announcement and these videos, but now that they’re here and I’m watching them it feels weird and not real? 🤯🥴

[@emmabenfield1182]

Thank you for this Zoe, love your realness and honesty. Pregnancy can be tough, it zapped the life out of me and I suffered with HG. It is worth every second in the end when they arrive though 😊 sending love to you and your little family xxx

[@joltqueen2]

I’m one of those unlucky ones who has been sick since 12 weeks. Also, currently suffering through allergies now. Can’t wait for my little boy to be here in August! I’m so happy for you and Alfie. I’ve been watching you since 2012. It’s so cool that I can be pregnant along side you! Wishing you the best!!!! 💓

[@emmareinhold2417]

I really like how you brought in Alfie's perspective! I don't see the partner's perspective often

[@kelseymarie3560]

Im no where close to this point in my life personally but I get so excited to see Zoe’s take on pregnancy

[@quirkyfemmepeach]

Love that you included Alfie’s thoughts and feelings! The non pregnant partner so often gets overlooked x

[@sunflowermyeyes9927]

Thank you so much for making this video, I have emetophobia and I absolutely hate it, I'm so scared for the future, I don't like going outside and being with other people even if they aren't ill, and knowing that all pregnancies aren't like that is really encouraging. I've struggled with it since for at least 7 years and I've been told all my life to get over it because it can't be avoided and I know that it's always gonna be there but it's still terrifying. I don't have any kids yet and it's something that has always scared me, the actual pregnancy part of it, so yeah ig that knowing it all isn't like that is very reassuring. I hate living with it, when people have been sick around me, I can barely function, I just cry and this sounds really silly but I open all the windows, I stick headphones in and blast music and try to breathe less cleanly, and it sounds so stupid but it's taken over my life and idk what to do about it, in my mind I can't really think of a life where this isn't a problem for me, I just don't think I'll ever get over it. The lockdown for me actually has been really positive because everyone's starting to become more aware of hygiene and just simple things like hand sanitiser after touching stuff are really reassuring. This is a really long comment aha and I doubt anyone will read it but writing this down is still quite nice for me and my mind. My anxiety gets really high and I end up having panic attacks and anxiety attacks and I cry and cry and can't breathe and its horrible. And then I'm getting shouted at to shut up and stop complaining, at this point for me it's not a phobia, it's just my life now. Everywhere I go I'm constantly conscious of what I touch, where I go, who I meet, and this has also made me have ocd and i excessively clean everything, even stuff that's everyday use, I will wash my hands after touching pretty much everything, wahs them at least twice before eating incase there's any germs that will cause a stomach bug, I hate eating meat incase its not cooked properly and when it's slightly pink (even if its cooked) I will have an anxiety attack and I hate it because I wish i could just live without all of this stopping me from doing simple tasks. I guess my brain could be messing with me and making me see it as pink but it enfuriates me and other people too, but i just can't get it out of my life, which ig is why I'm so cautious about pregnancy and everything about it and after it.

[@reneeknook6591]

Wow I somehow really thought I was the only one thinking about the 1st trimester sickness!! I’m sooo scared of the vomiting I really love that you talk about this!! Thank you Zoe!

[@karenl7305]

Oh my god yes. I've been watching you for years and years and I always was looking forward to this because I have severe emetophobia and would love to be a mother. Now that I'm 27 and I'm considering starting a family this is so helpful.

[@justno7837]

I am about 6 weeks behind you in my pregnancy with my first and can totally relate to so much of what you said! I am finally feeling myself again and it’s wonderful! I think the best way I can describe it is that pregnancy just feels like your body is not your own! Excited to watch you on your journey to motherhood and all that comes with it! Hoping our births our everything we want them to be 😊

[@SSSherie7]

So excited for this!! Hope this pregnancy goes smoothly for you and wish you and Alfie and baby girl all the positive vibes💗