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Creative Mom Reveals The Struggles Of Being Pregnant From Week To Week In Hilariously Honest Pics
When mom of two Maya Vorderstrasse got tired of seeing pregnancy portrayed as perfect and easy on social media, she decided to show the world how it actually feels.
“Honestly I was so tired of seeing motherhood portrayed as perfect, flawless, and effortless on social media because I never felt like it was like that for me,” she told Huffington. “So I embraced my chaotic life, and decided to share it with everyone in the hopes of helping other mothers realize that it’s OK to not have it all figured out.” So, when Vorderstrasse was pregnant, she regularly posted pictures next to a letter board, sharing how she was feeling or thinking that day. From food cravings to wild bladder to swollen feet – she shared how pregnancy actually feels in the most hilarious and honest way. Vorderstrasse gave birth to her daughter just over two weeks ago and she’s continuing to share her funny letter board pics – we can’t wait to see how they progress! You can check them out below, and follow this funny mom on Instagram.
More info: Instagram (h/t: aplus, huffingtonpost)
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Mom of two Maya Vorderstrasse was tired of seeing pregnancy portrayed as perfect and easy on social media
So she decided to show the world how it actually feels
“Honestly I was so tired of seeing motherhood portrayed as perfect, flawless, and effortless on social media,” she said
“Because I never felt like it was like that for me”
“So I embraced my chaotic life, and decided to share it with everyone in the hopes of helping other mothers realize that it’s OK to not have it all figured out”
So, when she found out she was pregnant again, just two months after having a baby
She decided to document her journey with letter board pics, sharing how she was feeling
And did so in the most hilarious and honest way
Vorderstrasse gave birth to her daughter just over two weeks ago
And she’s continuing to share her funny letter board pics
We can’t wait to see how they progress!
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John L 8 years ago
Great sense of humor here from Maya. This is the best way to send messages to others and not appear offensive. She deserves a special award for her originality. :D
Primico Silva 7 years ago
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Leni 8 years ago
Love it! Only 11% of women enjoy pregnancy. 39 weeks here and have not worn pants in 3 weeks. I walk around the house in my husband's shirts - only thing that's still comfortable! Can't turn in bed without feeling like someone stabbed my hips, get up literally every hour to pee and if I ever end up on my back I'm like a downed turtle :') but still painting and cleaning and keeping it up and getting annoyed at my husband complaining when he took a bit to fall asleep xD oh and the fluid retention is awesome - my thumb will literally pop out of its socket if I bend it too early in the morning :') And yes... somehow... it's still worth it!
Meowton Mewsk 8 years ago
Am I the only one that thinks her cute pictures look just as "effortless and glamorous" as the pictures she was originally complaining about? For someone who is so hungry, tired and busy making a human being, she sure looks impeccable and thoroughly put together in every shot. This isn't the image of someone who is struggling with anything. She looks vibrant and even her arms and face remain thin. Good for her that she's happy and healthy but I think she's guilty of exactly what she's charging others for on social media. Stylish outfits, perfectly done hair and makeup, doting husband, props and lighting. She makes her pregnancy look "perfect and flawless." Little signs saying you're having cravings and pains shouldn't fool anyone. She's accomplished literally the opposite of her goal.
Nova Cash 8 years ago
Well said! I couldn't of said it any better, spot on.
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Nikki Lewis 8 years ago
I really want to know where she got the Dwight K. Schrute shirt it is fantabulous! Bears Beets Battlestar Galactica Babies
Susan Forbes 8 years ago
Baby #2 is a case of "just when you thought it was safe to back in the water"
CatShatBrix 8 years ago
'Roses are red, violets are blue, I'M TOO PREGNANT TO RHYME, GIMME ICE CREAM!!!' XD
John L 8 years ago
Great sense of humor here from Maya. This is the best way to send messages to others and not appear offensive. She deserves a special award for her originality. :D
Primico Silva 7 years ago
http://softpricedownloads.online/Microsoft/Visual-Studio-Enterprise-2015 We've got everything you need to create great apps for devices or desktop apps, for the web and in the cloud. Write code for iOS, Android, and Windows in one IDE. Get great IntelliSense, easy code
Load More Replies... Leni 8 years ago
Love it! Only 11% of women enjoy pregnancy. 39 weeks here and have not worn pants in 3 weeks. I walk around the house in my husband's shirts - only thing that's still comfortable! Can't turn in bed without feeling like someone stabbed my hips, get up literally every hour to pee and if I ever end up on my back I'm like a downed turtle :') but still painting and cleaning and keeping it up and getting annoyed at my husband complaining when he took a bit to fall asleep xD oh and the fluid retention is awesome - my thumb will literally pop out of its socket if I bend it too early in the morning :') And yes... somehow... it's still worth it!
Meowton Mewsk 8 years ago
Am I the only one that thinks her cute pictures look just as "effortless and glamorous" as the pictures she was originally complaining about? For someone who is so hungry, tired and busy making a human being, she sure looks impeccable and thoroughly put together in every shot. This isn't the image of someone who is struggling with anything. She looks vibrant and even her arms and face remain thin. Good for her that she's happy and healthy but I think she's guilty of exactly what she's charging others for on social media. Stylish outfits, perfectly done hair and makeup, doting husband, props and lighting. She makes her pregnancy look "perfect and flawless." Little signs saying you're having cravings and pains shouldn't fool anyone. She's accomplished literally the opposite of her goal.
Nova Cash 8 years ago
Well said! I couldn't of said it any better, spot on.
Load More Replies... Nikki Lewis 8 years ago
I really want to know where she got the Dwight K. Schrute shirt it is fantabulous! Bears Beets Battlestar Galactica Babies
Susan Forbes 8 years ago
Baby #2 is a case of "just when you thought it was safe to back in the water"
CatShatBrix 8 years ago
'Roses are red, violets are blue, I'M TOO PREGNANT TO RHYME, GIMME ICE CREAM!!!' XD
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