Thinking about relationship with own mother
As your baby grows and your belly swells, the physical changes of pregnancy become much more evident. How you feel about your pregnant body is very individual but generally everyone goes through some level of adjustment. Your personal concept of your body image and sexuality can also affect your relationship with your partner (if you have one), as well as how they perceive your changing body.
Some pregnant women like their belly and feel beautiful, strong and sensual during pregnancy while others feel unsure or unhappy, seeing themselves as 'fat and unattractive'. It is fairly common for most pregnant woman to worry about how their partner sees them, often wondering if they still find them attractive and desirable. However, most partners like the pregnancy changes, but often find it difficult to know how to make you feel beautiful, loved and cherished.
Talking about your individual needs will be important. If you need to be shown affection and love (without it always leading to sex) then let your partner know. Often just being told you are loved, being held, touched, stroked or massaged can help keep your relationship intimate and your feelings about the your changes more positive. Try to remember that your partner is also on unknown territory. They too will need to share with you how they feel and what they need. You can read more about some commonly expressed sexual attitudes during pregnancy in
sexuality, libido and your relationship.
Another issue as your belly grows is often the frequent invasion of your personal space. Many friends, family and sometimes even strangers will want to touch your abdomen (usually without permission) as a way of connecting with such a fascinating process. Some women are not concerned by this type of interaction, while others find it annoying, or even distressing, when it is uninvited.
Thinking about relationship with own mother