I must admit, I believe I am done having children.  Yet I do remember there being certain perks to being pregnant that I don’t get now as a mom.  Some of these perks you may not think about, others I know you are using to your full advantage.  So, let’s run through my Top 10 Pregnancy Perks!

Number 10:

If you are a feline lover, you probably own at least 1 cat.  Being pregnant means you will not have to do the dirty job of cleaning out the cat litter box for at least nine months.  Since being pregnant the first time, 10 years ago, I clean out the litter box very seldom!  This perk can be long lasting if you let it be.

Number 9:

When out shopping, people will generally offer to carry your bags for you.  Your significant other will even offer to carry the laundry up and down the stairs.

Number 8:

Sandals and slip on shoes are the only way to go.  Comfort 100% of the time!  If you decide to wear some that tie, feel free to ask anyone to tie them for you, as  they surely will.

Number 7:

Why bother shaving your legs, you can’t see them past your belly!  Why not take advantage of this and take a breathier from shaving.

Number 6:

Have that “gotta go, gotta go, gotta go right now” feeling but don’t see a sign for a public restroom.  Just ask!  Most places will let you use theirs as they understand you needs.

Number 5:

No need to suck it in!  Let that stomach hang out there, it’ll never be this cute just hanging lose, so enjoy it while you can!

Number 4:

When you go out to dinner, truly order your heart’s desire.  There is no need to have just a salad, or to keep it light, order your favorite indulgence (unless you go out to dinner every night) and truly enjoy the experience.  If this is your first child, enjoy the quiet, peaceful dinner experience, as things will change soon enough.

Number 3:

No more DIETING!  That’s right, eating healthy is still the best bet, but that does not mean you cannot have dessert too!  If you want seconds there is probably a reason, make sure you are eating enough to keep that growing baby satisfied.

Number 2:

Were you always jealous of the girl that was voluminous? Spilling out of her bra in just the right way?  Well, there is no need to be jealous anymore!  Pregnancy is nature’s way of giving a breast enlargement.  You can enjoy them while you have them.

The NUMBER 1 perk of being pregnant is: you end up with a BABY!

I want to remind you to try and enjoy your pregnancy as there is nothing like have a baby growing inside of you.  My “baby” is now six, and I still will close my eyes at times and remember when he was growing inside me.  A time I do not want to forget, but rather cherish with all my heart.  One way to help you remember these times is with a journal.  Journal your thoughts and emotions, how your felt, talk about your doctor’s visits, record everything so you and your child can look back at this magical time.