“Sweetheart, I think there’s an issue with my perineum!” I exclaim to my partner.
“What on earth is that?” they ask, clearly unprepared for this conversation.
“My perineum, also known as the taint! It’s that area between the vagina and the anus. I can feel a bump that stings, but I can’t see it, so I have no clue what’s going on.”
“Could it be a hemorrhoid?” they suggest. “Have you been straining?”
“Well, possibly. This pregnancy has certainly caused some… complications down there. Would you know a hemorrhoid if you saw one?”
“I might recognize it, but it’s not something I’m eager to see on you.”
While I understand their hesitation, it’s ironic considering they rush to hold my hair back during bouts of morning sickness—a far more graphic scenario. Yet here we are, and after declining my offer to take a closer look, they hand me a tube of Preparation H and leave me to manage the situation. The bump feels better almost instantly, suggesting their diagnosis might be spot on, which could spare me the awkwardness of bringing it up at my next obstetric appointment.
When I first met my partner in a dimly lit bar five years ago, I never imagined I would find myself discussing pregnancy-related hemorrhoids with them. Pregnancy tends to strip away the mystery of intimacy; privacy has become a luxury I can no longer afford, especially when it comes to personal matters like bathroom habits. In fact, if I didn’t leave the door wide open while peeing, we’d never finish a conversation—I’m hitting the bathroom that frequently.
To add to the fun, I tend to leak a little when I sneeze, and given my allergies and reluctance to clean, it feels like I’m constantly sneezing and… well, you get the picture. I’ve turned into the clumsy puppy my partner never requested.
As for gas, it’s become an uncontainable force—I could probably power a small boat with what’s brewing inside. If someone were to poke my belly (which I strongly advise against), I might just soar across the room like a cartoon balloon.
The reality of pregnancy can be downright disgusting at times, and nothing compares to the sheer panic of “Stay up by my head or you’ll wish you hadn’t!” during delivery. The thought of pooping during labor, the crowning moment, and the potential for an episiotomy are all visions that can haunt anyone.
Perhaps there should be an emotional epidural for partners to encourage post-pregnancy amnesia. If this treatment already exists, then medical professionals are doing us all a favor—otherwise, no one would have more than one child.
Resources for Home Insemination
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In summary, pregnancy can lead to some of the most awkward and uncomfortable situations, but it’s all part of the journey. Embracing the less glamorous aspects can make the experience more relatable and less isolating.
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