I'm not fat, I'm pregnant...ok, so maybe a little fat.

Pregnancy is a magical time in a woman's life, but let's face it, the baby bump struggle is real, especially for us plus-size ladies. While the world eagerly awaits the adorable baby bump reveal, we might find ourselves in a rather awkward situation where we're not quite "glowing" yet, but instead just looking a little more... well, "plump." Yes, the struggle is real, and it's time we shed some light on the comical side of this unique experience.

First off, let's talk about the "Is she pregnant or did she just have a big lunch?" phase. As a plus-size mum-to-be, it's not uncommon to be stuck in this perplexing limbo where your expanding belly could easily be mistaken for the aftermath of a particularly satisfying meal. You might even catch curious glances and sly whispers, leaving you to wonder if you should start wearing a sign that says, "Baby on Board, Not Just Pies!"

Then there's the fashion struggle. While society expects a cute baby bump to be showcased in form-fitting maternity wear, we plus-size ladies might just find our regular clothes getting a bit snug and decide to rock the stretchy leggings and baggy jumpers. The result? Instead of radiating that unmistakable pregnancy glow, we might end up looking more like we're auditioning for a role in a "before" picture for a weight loss ad. 

Let's not forget the well-meaning yet slightly misguided comments from friends and family. "You don't really look pregnant, just a bit... you know, more cuddly."

But fear not, because there is a silver lining. We get to revel in the element of surprise, AND we get to enjoy the moment when we embarass the ogglers with the perfect witty retort to their stares. Here are just a few examples that I have discovered so far for you to chose from.

1. "Nope, not overweight, just growing a human. It's like a two-for-one deal!"

2. "I'm not overweight, I'm just preparing for the ultimate multitasking challenge."

3. "Well, I may be gaining weight, but at least I have a legitimate excuse. What's yours?"

4. "I'm not overweight, I'm just expanding my capacity for unconditional love."

5. "I'm not overweight, I'm just temporarily smuggling a watermelon."

So, dear plus-size mamas-to-be, let's embrace the hilarity of it all. Sure, we might be rocking the "Is she or isn't she?" look for a little longer than others, but that just gives us more time to perfect our comedic timing and keep the guessing game alive. 

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