Woman Asks How To Maintain Lady Garden While Pregnant And Mums Share Their Advice | HuffPost Life

'My plan is to leave it all wild and free until last minute.'

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A woman asked others for their advice on maintaining her lady garden while pregnant, and she sent mums into hysterics.

Mumsnet user noodleaddict said she found it “bloody awkward” to reach around her belly to trim or shave, even with the use of a mirror.

“I’m thinking waxing but don’t you need to trim beforehand?” she wrote on Tuesday 18 July 2017.

A mum who found the requests and replies hilarious commented: “I am loving this thread - just had a conversation earlier today about the full-on 70s bush I am currently sporting.

“My plan is to leave it all wild and free until last minute when I’ll recruit my ever-so-lucky husband to help give it a good trim. Then I’ll go for a wax!”

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Others agreed they would “let it grow”, with one mum commenting: “If I’m going away when pregnant, my husband will trim but otherwise I let it be.”

And another commented: “Hahaha, seriously, I haven’t seen it for months. Legs are not going to move into any kind of position to be of use.

“I prefer to pretend if I can’t see it no one else can either. Hats off to you if you have the energy and inclination to do anything about it though.”

And a mum also wrote: “I can’t lie, I let the bush develop from about five months in. Out of sight out of mind haha.”

Others said they choose to shave by getting someone else to help out, doing it themselves or going to a beauty therapist.

“I just shaved blind, I had to,” one mum wrote. “I live in the tropics and spent the entire second half of my pregnancy in the sea or our pool and in a bikini.

“Thankfully I’ve been maintaining a total blank down there for ages, so just kept haphazardly swishing the razor back and forth in the hope it was keeping everything in check.”

Another wrote: “I had one wax during pregnancy so far (38 weeks) as I can’t see what I’m doing or reach that well now. Shaved as normal before that, but be warned, regrowth is a lot more painful when pregnant, something I didn’t fully appreciate.”

And another mum advised: “I’ve used hair removal cream. I’d advise against it nearer to the end though - for the first time ever, later that day I went for a wee and it stung like nothing ever before.”

Ouch.

Before You Go

Pregnancy worries and words of comfort

I have no morning sickness! Is that bad news?(01 of10)

You might have read things about how morning sickness signifies a healthy level of pregnancy hormones – but not having morning sickness does not mean you're lacking! Although many women suffer with it (and 'suffer' really is the word), many other women do not. Some women have it one pregnancy, but not in another. Attend all your usual checks and count yourself as one of the lucky ones! (credit:Alamy )

I drank before I knew I was pregnant, I might have harmed the baby(02 of10)

This happens to many, many expectant mums, and it's unlikely to be a cause for concern at all. Mention it to your GP/midwife, and just keep off the booze now, until you can enjoy a celebratory glass of fizz when your bundle arrives. (credit:Alamy )

I'll lose the baby(03 of10)

It's estimated about one in five pregnancies ends in early miscarriage, and it's thought most of those occur simply because the foetus wasn't developing properly. It does happen, but don't let it rule your thoughts because the vast majority of pregnancies do succeed. Try not to worry and remember that once you're into the second trimester, the chances of miscarriage is dramatically reduced. (credit:Alamy )

My baby might not be 'perfect'(04 of10)

It's estimated that one in 16 babies in the UK is born with a birth defect – but this figure refers to all birth defects, and many are mild and can be treated. So it's likely your baby won't have a birth defect, and even if they do, they will be perfect in their own way – remember support is available for every eventuality. Take your folic acid and attend your antenatal screening appointments. (credit:Alamy )

I won't make it to the hospital on time(05 of10)

You might have read terrifying stories about pregnant women giving birth in car parks and taxis – but these stories make it to the news because they are extraordinary, in the literal sense of the word! It very rarely happens, and most women get plenty of warning that labour is beginning. So plan well, and all is very likely to be fine. (credit:Alamy )

I might have to have a c-section(06 of10)

If you do end up needing a c-section, you might feel disappointed – but believe us, in the moment the only thing you'll really care about is the safe delivery of your baby. It won't be the end of the world and you won't care a jot when your baby is in your arms. (credit:Alamy )

I won't be able to cope during labour(07 of10)

There is just no telling how labour will be for you, so don't worry about it now. Make your birth plan, discuss it with your partner and midwife, and go with the flow on the day (it's okay to change your mind!). There will be lots and lots of help and support at your disposal. Not to mention drugs, should you need them. (credit:Alamy )

Labour will humiliating (will I poo on the bed?!)(08 of10)

You've heard about that then? It can happen, but the doctors and midwives have seen it all – they have experienced every possible scenario. They won't be worrying about things like that, so neither should you. (credit:Alamy )

I don't know how to be a mum(09 of10)

No-one does until they become one! Every new mum feels like they're winging it in the early days. As your baby grows and you get to know them, you'll learn. Trust in the fact that just about every mother has gone through it… and survived. (credit:Alamy )

I'm worried about gaining all that weight(10 of10)

You will put on weight, yes – but it's normal and nothing to be afraid of! Much weight gain is actually down to the baby, the placenta, extra blood in your system and the retention of water. Pregnancy changes your body in myriad ways – just enjoy it, and let your body just do its thing at this special time. Remember, there's no need to 'eat for two'… but eat what you need and don't count calories. (credit:Alamy )

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