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Pregnant In Japan: The 2nd Trimester - Prune Juice & Compression Socks

Ahhhh I’d reached the sweet spot of pregnancy. I’m realizing just how sweet it is now that the third trimester is right around the corner with the awkward belly and the exhaustion that comes along with it. But trimester two started off beautifully. Just as the 14 week mark hit, like clockwork and seemingly overnight, all the morning sickness stopped. I was hungry again and wondered what cravings were in store for me. I also got my energy back and trust me when I say that was a very happy reunion.   It was also a massive emotional relief when I’d overcome the period where miscarriage is most likely. I felt like without that fear looming over me, I could finally let myself get excited and start to really take in the pregnancy. It also didn’t take long for things to start feeling REAL. By the 16th week, I was forming a little baby bump and by week 18 I was starting to feel movement.   Baby Bump @ 22 weeks There were a couple of moments leading up to the 18th week where I played the baby o