Pregnancy Can Suck — And That’s Okay to Admit

We’re often sold this picture-perfect version of pregnancy — glowing skin, endless excitement, and a joyful journey. But for many people, pregnancy is the opposite. It’s tough. Exhausting. Scary. Lonely.

Morning sickness can take over your days and nights, leaving you drained and barely able to function. Anxiety creeps in, sometimes out of nowhere, making every little thing feel overwhelming. Physically, your body changes in ways that can be uncomfortable, painful, and downright frustrating. And mentally? You can feel like you’re fighting your own mind just to get through the day.

But what makes pregnancy even harder is how isolating it can be. So many people don’t talk about the parts that aren’t “pretty” or “happy.” The nausea, the mood swings, the fear of losing your baby — these aren’t things we hear about enough. And when you don’t see others talking about it, it’s easy to feel like you’re the only one struggling. Like you’re failing somehow.

There’s also this pressure to put on a brave face. To celebrate and smile through it all, even if inside you feel scared, sick, or overwhelmed. Social media and well-meaning family members can unintentionally add to that pressure by only showing the highlight reel, making you question why your experience isn’t the same.

And then there’s the heartbreak that rarely gets spoken about — miscarriages, stillbirths, medical complications, and the difficult decisions some have to make during pregnancy. These experiences are often met with silence, shame, or misunderstanding, which makes grieving and healing even harder.

If you’re pregnant and struggling, please know this: it’s okay to admit that pregnancy sucks sometimes. It’s okay to feel exhausted, anxious, and scared. You’re not alone. Your feelings are valid. You deserve support, kindness, and understanding.

We need to create space for honest conversations about the real side of pregnancy — the messy, painful, and raw moments — so no one feels isolated or ashamed. Sharing your story can be healing, and hearing others’ stories can remind us all that we’re in this together.

If you want a safe place to talk or just be heard, my Facebook page is here for you.

Feel free to post, read, or send me a message anytime. I’m not a professional — just a mum who understands. Sometimes, all another mum needs is someone to listen.

Most of the time, that means saying nothing at all — just holding space for those tough feelings and emotions.

You’re never alone in this. 💖