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I was raised in eastern European country and kissing young kids on a mouth by their immediate family was seen as normal as I was growing up.

I am now pregnant and talked to my mum about that. I mentioned that for me as a child it was just uncomfortable and confusing at times and don’t want/ see a reason to do it.

My mum insists that I will feel different when the child is born. Anyways, I was just curious about the stance of other moms on the matter. Is it weird or normal for you to kiss kids on their lips?

Hi everyone. Did you all gain weight all over or just the bump?

I am 34 weeks and I usually gain on my thighs and hips first and that also happened in pregnancy as well as my chest. I feel like a manatee. 🦭

Hi everyone. I am pregnant with my first and unfortunately the relationship with her father didn’t work out on account of his lies and addiction.

I was just wondering how are your kids dealing with having only one present parent at different ages?

We have good support system and live in a country that is more supportive of mothers than for example US. I grew up with abusive father so when he left when I was 6 I was just relieved. I am sure growing up without any second parent or having contact with them rarely comes with its own set of challenges though. I’d like to hear your experiences and any advice you might have. Thank you.