I did a TV interview the other day and was shocked to see how I looked. When I see myself in the mirror I see my belly but the TV show was a huge reality check. I was horrified to see how big I have become. The vision was so disturbing to me that I just couldn’t look. My friend tried to console me by saying, “You’re pregnant with twins!” My response, “You’re such a liar.” It is true that I’m pregnant with twins but this weight is more than that. I’m overweight! 
People are very kind when you’re pregnant but I think for me, the kindness serves as a crutch. I need someone to tell me to get my fat ass to the gym! I learned during my last pregnancy that exercise is key to maintaining a healthy pregnancy weight. Have I done anything about it this time? No. Will I regret it? Yes.
In truth, when you’re pregnant (with one baby) you only need about 300 more calories a day. You’re not eating for two!
I think everyone tells you that you look great because they want you to be happy during you’re pregnancy. They probably feel sorry for you because you can’t even put on your own shoes anymore.
