Only Shona can do a „pregnancy“ video with education and cool tips instead of someone who’s onyl talking about the experience and „how they feel“. Sorry don‘t want to hurt somebody but I feel like Shona is soo creative and smart that I just love hearing/watching her! You‘re gonna be a great mom and I can‘t wait to hear your mummy story ❤
Love thisssss. Im a new mum and i find it a breath of fresh air seeing more and more fitness influencers posting about pregnancy/raising a child. Congrats on your pregnancy!
thank you! and congratulations! :) It's a tricky one because it's so personal and can be such a triggering topic and often hard to get the full contextual picture. But thank you for the positivity :)
Omg thank you for normalizing sleeping in separate rooms!! My husband and I decided to sleep separately a year ago after I struggle with sleep disorder for a year and it is the best decision I’ve made for my marriage even thought we get a lot of bad looks about it. Love your content and your honesty😍
RIGHT?!! It's such a game changer. I love it so much. I agree. Why share farts and air and snores? I don't get it! Haha I understand if you're in a one bedroom house, but I don't think it's fair to shame people who choose to sleep seperately. Thanks for sharing. xx
Also was preggo at 36 and bebe girl is 7 months now… not to do the mum advice thing but you and babydaddy sleeping in separate rooms will be your saving grace! 😴 have the best time in the final stretch, it truly is MAGIC what our bodies will and can do. Thanks for the honest post!
Thanks for this Shona. Even as a 41yr old single, childless women I found that interesting. Your talks are always so well explained & captivating. I wish you both the best of luck! Oh and can I just say, that separate room thing, heck yes! More people need to do this & the shame be removed from it. It’s such a good thing for one another’s sleep & can even improve relationships
Absolutely love your love for science and how you eloquently pair your personal experience with scientific research. Although I didn't necessarily need to watch this (I have 2 little boys and don't plan on anymore) I loved the episode and can't wait to see how you continue to share educational content throughout your pregnancy and especially as a new mum. There is so much misinformation and lack of awareness for what us women go through (hormonally, emotionally etc.) and I really hope with your platform and psychological background you can touch upon matrescence in the near future. As a neuroscientist myself I found the psychological impact of becoming a mother so interesting and incredibly overwhelming. If I could give one piece of advise to myself before becoming a mother for the first time, researching matrescence and the psychological changes associated with becoming a mother would've been top - less reading on what physical changes my body was going through and what size fruit/vegetable the baby was haha. All the best in your pregnancy and journey into motherhood!!
Oh my goodness thank you so much for this feedback. Appreciate the words of support too. ALSO this is the second time I’ve heard about Matrescence. I’m going to research properly now. Thank you ❤🎉
I love hearing your personal stuff Shona! I am a late 20s girl who is feeling a LOT of pressure to get my life together in terms of finding a partner/have kids despite not really being ready. I really want kids one day, but also acknowledge this will likely occur later in my life if it does at all. I struggle with relationships a lot and would love to hear your side of things on this as someone who really admires you and finds you to have a real calming big sister energy.
Thank you for sharing this message and of course. I would love to share more about relationships. I have been through some bad ones and it wasn't until I faced some key things that I managed to move through the issues. Justin and I were not smooth sailing in the beginning either - I just had to the work INSIDE the relationship. Late 20's is the PERFECT time (any time is perfect - but definitely a great and transformational time). Sending lots of love and I'll definitely share more info.
You’re amazing Shona, you had so much going on and you took the time to find a method that would work for you. Congrats! Hope you thoroughly enjoy parenthood and the little one is so lucky to have a mum who is so aware, healthy and conscientious x
not regular watcher (of any content) [dip in/out according free time & mood] but anytime catch your content find it so damn interesting, personable, authentic & valuable perspective! Makes me so frikkin happy (& proud) to see so many younger women being open & self aware, strong w vulnerability & using all their intelligence (learned & inherent knowledge) to share & uplift others along w themselves! Brava Chica! Enjoy this new beautiful experience, lucky bebe to have such conscious & conscientious Mama to live Life w! 💛💫
Thanks for posting this, Shona, you made it pretty clear it makes you cringe sharing something so personal, but there is real value in it. You sound and feel more like a real person after this, and you are more relatable because of the problems you faced that a lot of us do as well. Also, seeing you overcome so many challenges makes it hopeful that someday I might also be able to do the same! ❤
Thank you so much for making this video! Motherhood will be one of the most rewarding things you will experience, so happy for you Shona. I have been following your content for almost three years now. I know I have read some comments saying they don’t want you to make pregnancy related content but please don’t dim the light on your beautiful pregnancy journey ❤️❤️
Ah thank you. I appreciate the support and I will absolutely still make pregnancy content haha. I understand where their feelings come from though so will also continue other content too!
Congratulations Shona! Love that you felt comfortable to show us this side of your story! Took notes and learnt a lot from you as always. I wish you a healthy baby and pregnancy ❤ like everyone in the comments please share more of this content (if you want) ((no pressure)) haha
Shona! What a wonderful video, breaking down the stigma of talking about conception, talking about the difficulties and challenges that many couples face and being so relatable at the same time. You’re fabulous ❤
Congrats, gorgeous! Thank you for sharing science and your personal experience. I believe it is so hard to share this type of content, that being said- it’s so positive and educational, and thank you for that. I’m 40 and currently pregnant with my second baby, I gave birth to my first when I was 38. We had no trouble getting pregnant (which I am soooo grateful for), and still I find this content informative and good. Looking forward to more exercise videos in pregnancy and after it! 💪🏽💪🏽
I didn't know you were pregnant because I don't have IG anymore, but that's amazing! Congratulations! I love pregnancy content even though I don't have a baby...yet. I think its great to see different journeys so I can see different things that work.
As someone who is concerned about how things will go (due to health concerns) once we actively start to try get pregnant later this year this video is so helpful. I just LOVE your informative videos in general and I find you one of the most likable persons out there on the internet. I had a smile on my face the whole video because you seem so happy. All the best to you!
Oh my goodness thank you so much for this beautiful comment. I really appreciate it. And I feel very happy, mostly because I feel very lucky xx ❤ thank you for watching.
Thanks so much for sharing. I'm 35 years old and have been following your videos for the last 5 years. Ive been worried as I get older about how to look after myself to ensure I will be able to have kids one day. So thanks for sharing. So many women would appreciate this topic.
Shona, I've been following you for aaaages so I'm super happy for you, congrats! Also, I appreciate the fact you bought science in, this was very informative yet fun to watch✨
I’m so happy for you Shona! You’re someone I really look up to when it comes to all things fitness/lifestyle/psychology and one of the few people who’s advice I really trust. I recommend you to all my friends and family that are looking to change their lifestyles to become healthier. Thank you for this video, wishing you a healthy beautiful pregnancy and birth💛💛
You are the best, always been always will. Thanks for the evidence based facts, that make this video even better. Thanks for being vulnerable enough to talk about that kind of stuff. Congrats on your pregnancy ❤
Ugh ... PCOS sucks so much. Honestly, all the food stuff, exercise stuff and stress reduction was KEY! As was peeing on sticks - but prepping my body was such an important part. The hardest part was coming off the retinol for the hormonal acne... I had so many break outs (but Alzaleic Acid came to the rescue). Sending lots of love on your journey.
@@shona_vertue thanks Shona, mine is pretty severe so we’ve been doing OI treatment through an IVF clinic. youd die of shock hearing all the years of PCOS issues I have lol! I’m just so happy we’re the same age and you’ve just gone for it and got it , just a boss! Also wishing your mum well! Xx
It’s incredibly refreshing to hear someone talk about regular topics with such intelligence and logic. Instead of the usual jibber jabber most people spew out.
Congratulations Shona! 💓I have followed you for years for fitness and health! its so amazing to see you flourish as a pregnant mumma. I am pregnant for the first time too 🥺 I hope your journey is going well so far, You and your mum are so close🥺. You will be the coolest mum! Does your mum have one child? 🥰
Ah thank you so much. My mum only has one child, yes. She did experience a lot of loss with her second husband but he also had a motorneuron disease which would have been highly heritable and was really hard on him and her so it was likely, in some weird way, for the best. As hard as it was. She is an absolute powerhouse. We are close now yes, but it hasn't always been that way. Hahaha.
4:12 "3D print another human" - you're hilarious 🤣 Thank you so much for talking about the aspect of having separate bedrooms! My partner and me have been struggling so much with sleeping in the same bedroom - it really disrupted my sleep and I was no fun the next day because my sleep quality was just incredibly bad.
Omg I love seeing this side of you! Got to learn so much and even if I am not actively trying to get pregnant right now, this is very useful info! I would love to know more about what under recovering entails 👀 much love to you ❤
Ah thank you so much for watching and for this message. It was so scary to share (I don't know why - it's so silly). Thanks again for the message and all the love back at you. xx
Love this! 🤍 My husband and I did exactly the same thing to get pregnant, we were at our healthiest when we conceived. Also completely relate to eating less when stressed. I’m currently eating in a massive calorie surplus because, little did I know, breastfeeding uses up around 400-500 calories. From about 4 weeks postpartum ( for a 3 month period) I lost about 7kgs ended up at around 49kgs which is underweight for my height.
Firstly, congratulations on becoming a mama. That was heartwarming & insightful at the same time. I'm the same age as you and we've been gently trying to get pregante so I will explore some of those tips for myself. I've been thinking about the pee sticks - getting pregnant can be such a project and it certainly isn't always romantic. Thank you for saying that at loud. Also, I was glad to hear, that I'm not the only one who falls asleep the moment they hold a book in their hands... x
I love your Yoga/fitness videos but have been (unknowingly) waiting for a video like this from you! 🧡 I would love love love to hear more of your perspectives on relationships, and specifically why someone might be attracting unavailable partners (this is a pattern I’ve noticed) .
What a treat if you could do both!! It intrigued me when you said about you were projecting in past relationships.. and then I started to think well how did you recognise and get over that, to eventually find a healthy partner! So many questions ! Ahaha. I will be excited to hear this podcast. 💛
Shona, would you be able to do a video for pelvic girdle pain and sciatica? I was so active before getting pregnant and at about 11 weeks PGP started for me. I can't go for walks anymore let alone train. The most I can do is about 50m before it becomes too painful. I've been to a yoga class but I couldn't do most of the moves because it hurt too much. Any tips would be so great! Loved this video 🎉 xx
It’s so frustrating - I’m so sorry you’re going through it. A lot of the time you just have to respect it and do reduced movement. Are you/have done any strength work in the past?
@@shona_vertue yes I used to always strength train. But like you said in your video, the info out there isn't clear so I've been so inactive as I've been too scared to do anything that isn't a few bicep curls using a resistance band lol! Looking forwards to more of your pregnancy exercise videos. They're so good x
Thanks so so much for this video. I feel like there is a huge gap of vaulable information concerning this topic as this is such a vulnerable time in a couple’s life and no one is really talking openly about the things they’ve tried.
Yeah I feel like that too. And it’s wild because it makes it such a lonely journey, when in reality, sharing this stuff is helpful. (I think anyway). So I really appreciate the feedback.
Thank you for this video Shona! I turned 30 this year and have been so anxious about being "behind" in life regarding relationships and babies. This gives me hope that there is time to build, grow and stay healthy without pressuring myself. I am super cautious about bringing a being into this world without safety and stability, so hearing your outlook is very reassuring xx
Shona 🤍🤍🤍 Congratulations with your pregnancy. This vid really touched my heart. Have been doing the mobility program everyday since 2020. So I wake up to your voice almost daily 😅 i feel like an auntie even though that’s really just in spirit. Haha! Power to you, take care and thank you for sharing this. Love from Amsterdam.
I’m a big fan of separate duvets if separate bedrooms aren’t possible. I can burrito in peace (was also useful because my ex switched to a lighter duvet in the summer but I need a 10.5 tog duvet or bust year round)
This was great! And especially the no alcohol thing I fully support and saw the benefit of in one of my own pregnancies so it worth trying especially when you're in an older category (pregnancy wise not life wise) in age (brutal that it is as young as 35 but such is life).
Thank you so much for sharing this video Shona! I am such a loyal follower of your yoga videos, I love your approach to mobility and stress reduction and wellness, and you have such an intelligent, authentic, and playful attitude. OK so I don’t know if this is too personal to ask, but during that time of overtraining/undereating/PCOS/coming off the pill, did you ever lose your period? I’m not trying to get pregnant but I feel like most of these tips could be attributed to this issue as well. If you have any other tips on that, I would be so appreciative! So happy for you and this new chapter :)
Congratulations again! 🎉 I love hearing about the science and the things that are more for comfort, and I guess hope and motivation, even as a child free no pregangegente woman
hahaha can you tell I felt so uncomfortable. I hate the idea that it creates false hope but at the same time... nothing bad is going to come from the O itself.
Aww this was so lovely of you to share with us ❤ I totally did the orgasm thing and believed it worked for me! And I too made my partner at the time sleep in a separate room. I’m no good at sharing a bed. Congratulations to you both and looking forward to seeing bubba 😇
Is the sleeping in a separate room and bed part of the post copulatory orgasm I am confused as f by it . I tried looking online for some information but it just says post copulatory links nothing about the orgasm so post copulatory is the act of intercourse so I'm not sure but I think it means to hold it for as long as u can and then at the end orgasm ?
So in the study I shared in the description it talks about orgasm relating to sperm retention which was the variable these researchers were using as a marker of better changes to conceive. I had read somewhere (totally NOT a scientific paper) about contractions of the uterus during orgasm, supporting the opening of the cervix (I'm sharing that not because it's 'science' but because it's what got me on the journey of giving it a go). Sleeping in seperate beds was about sleep hygiene and better sleep quality, nothing to do with the seggs stuff.
Hi Shona! Congrats on your pregnancy. I am still confused on Post Copulatory even with the resource attached 😭. Is it a conscious decision to orgasm? Leaving the sperm inside? Or co-mating with multiple partners?
Hiiii! Sorry i was so confusing and cryptic - it’s just because it’s so personal I felt awkward talking about it. Haha! It’s basically just having a clitoral orgasm, post sex (so basically while there is sperm present). It’s about enhancing sperm retention. Definitely not about having multiple partners. So basically when all is done, you would use a massager/vibrator of kind to induce (potentially another orgasm). It’s really not a ‘proven’ method. It’s just something I did alongside the other things. I just wanted to give you all the full picture. Haha.
Oh what a lovley and inspiring video. I had a miscarriage with my ex fiance last October amd my body naturally told me to go from 7 years vegan into vegetarian and i had lost too much weight due to my ex mental health issues (depression, burnout & addiction to stimulants) during one year, so my coping mechanism was too much training and not enough of calories. A lot of trauma from the relationship caused stress on my whole system as the relationship crumbled. Side note: after 3 years of no protection at all (pull-out method) i became pregnant at the end of our relationship (why universe?!) and then, a few months after whenwe started having sex again while not being together (did a natural abortion). Why during our worst periods and not the good days?, is what keeps me up at night... Today i eat more calories, vegeterian and gained my weight back, less cardio and more slow ans heavily lifting and ahorter workouts. Just hoping for Mr Non-avoidant to show up and charm Miss Anxious A.S because my uterus had veen screaming for pregnantée* for a few a couple of years now. So happy for you and your partner! Thia gives me some hope 🙏🏽 Thank you for fantastic content and fun mix of science & humor. ❤
oh my love. I have all the feels with this message. Thank you for being so vulnerable with this. Something that I learned was that avoidants actually hold the key to a deeper part of my wound - and that rather than run away from the trigger, I should learn from it and use it as an opportunity to practice the thing that scared me most. I'm speaking a bit cryptically, but I will talk about it on the podcast in more detail. I have a theory that in our search for a 'secure' partner that we are running from a fear, that actually needs to be addressed, not shamed. Thank you so much for the message.
I think its wild when people are TTC but dont use OPKs. Some even say ”according to my app…” how could an app know when youre ovulating? A body is unique and not a machine with a built in calendar
Only Shona can do a „pregnancy“ video with education and cool tips instead of someone who’s onyl talking about the experience and „how they feel“. Sorry don‘t want to hurt somebody but I feel like Shona is soo creative and smart that I just love hearing/watching her! You‘re gonna be a great mom and I can‘t wait to hear your mummy story ❤
Oh my goodness. Thank you. I love watching all the different stories but I’m so glad my geeky additions are welcome ❤❤❤
Love thisssss. Im a new mum and i find it a breath of fresh air seeing more and more fitness influencers posting about pregnancy/raising a child. Congrats on your pregnancy!
thank you! and congratulations! :) It's a tricky one because it's so personal and can be such a triggering topic and often hard to get the full contextual picture. But thank you for the positivity :)
Omg thank you for normalizing sleeping in separate rooms!! My husband and I decided to sleep separately a year ago after I struggle with sleep disorder for a year and it is the best decision I’ve made for my marriage even thought we get a lot of bad looks about it. Love your content and your honesty😍
RIGHT?!! It's such a game changer. I love it so much. I agree. Why share farts and air and snores? I don't get it! Haha I understand if you're in a one bedroom house, but I don't think it's fair to shame people who choose to sleep seperately. Thanks for sharing. xx
Also was preggo at 36 and bebe girl is 7 months now… not to do the mum advice thing but you and babydaddy sleeping in separate rooms will be your saving grace! 😴 have the best time in the final stretch, it truly is MAGIC what our bodies will and can do. Thanks for the honest post!
Thanks for this Shona. Even as a 41yr old single, childless women I found that interesting. Your talks are always so well explained & captivating. I wish you both the best of luck! Oh and can I just say, that separate room thing, heck yes! More people need to do this & the shame be removed from it. It’s such a good thing for one another’s sleep & can even improve relationships
thank you so so much. This really means a lot. xx
Absolutely love your love for science and how you eloquently pair your personal experience with scientific research. Although I didn't necessarily need to watch this (I have 2 little boys and don't plan on anymore) I loved the episode and can't wait to see how you continue to share educational content throughout your pregnancy and especially as a new mum. There is so much misinformation and lack of awareness for what us women go through (hormonally, emotionally etc.) and I really hope with your platform and psychological background you can touch upon matrescence in the near future. As a neuroscientist myself I found the psychological impact of becoming a mother so interesting and incredibly overwhelming. If I could give one piece of advise to myself before becoming a mother for the first time, researching matrescence and the psychological changes associated with becoming a mother would've been top - less reading on what physical changes my body was going through and what size fruit/vegetable the baby was haha. All the best in your pregnancy and journey into motherhood!!
Oh my goodness thank you so much for this feedback. Appreciate the words of support too. ALSO this is the second time I’ve heard about Matrescence. I’m going to research properly now. Thank you ❤🎉
I love hearing your personal stuff Shona! I am a late 20s girl who is feeling a LOT of pressure to get my life together in terms of finding a partner/have kids despite not really being ready. I really want kids one day, but also acknowledge this will likely occur later in my life if it does at all. I struggle with relationships a lot and would love to hear your side of things on this as someone who really admires you and finds you to have a real calming big sister energy.
Thank you for sharing this message and of course. I would love to share more about relationships. I have been through some bad ones and it wasn't until I faced some key things that I managed to move through the issues. Justin and I were not smooth sailing in the beginning either - I just had to the work INSIDE the relationship. Late 20's is the PERFECT time (any time is perfect - but definitely a great and transformational time). Sending lots of love and I'll definitely share more info.
You’re amazing Shona, you had so much going on and you took the time to find a method that would work for you. Congrats! Hope you thoroughly enjoy parenthood and the little one is so lucky to have a mum who is so aware, healthy and conscientious x
Thank you for this message. 🩷🩷🩷
not regular watcher (of any content) [dip in/out according free time & mood] but anytime catch your content find it so damn interesting, personable, authentic & valuable perspective! Makes me so frikkin happy (& proud) to see so many younger women being open & self aware, strong w vulnerability & using all their intelligence (learned & inherent knowledge) to share & uplift others along w themselves! Brava Chica! Enjoy this new beautiful experience, lucky bebe to have such conscious & conscientious Mama to live Life w! 💛💫
Thanks for posting this, Shona, you made it pretty clear it makes you cringe sharing something so personal, but there is real value in it. You sound and feel more like a real person after this, and you are more relatable because of the problems you faced that a lot of us do as well. Also, seeing you overcome so many challenges makes it hopeful that someday I might also be able to do the same! ❤
Oh wow. I needed this message ❤ thank you for making it such a welcome space to share these things.
Thank you so much for making this video! Motherhood will be one of the most rewarding things you will experience, so happy for you Shona. I have been following your content for almost three years now. I know I have read some comments saying they don’t want you to make pregnancy related content but please don’t dim the light on your beautiful pregnancy journey ❤️❤️
Ah thank you. I appreciate the support and I will absolutely still make pregnancy content haha. I understand where their feelings come from though so will also continue other content too!
Congratulations Shona! Love that you felt comfortable to show us this side of your story! Took notes and learnt a lot from you as always. I wish you a healthy baby and pregnancy ❤ like everyone in the comments please share more of this content (if you want) ((no pressure)) haha
Haha love the pressure. I want to I just get scared - but got to feel the fear and do it anyway ❤❤❤
Shona! What a wonderful video, breaking down the stigma of talking about conception, talking about the difficulties and challenges that many couples face and being so relatable at the same time. You’re fabulous ❤
Ah thank you so much gf. Sending so much love. xx
Love this! Thank you for being so open, we need more Shonas! Xx
Ah thank you so much ❤
Congrats, gorgeous! Thank you for sharing science and your personal experience. I believe it is so hard to share this type of content, that being said- it’s so positive and educational, and thank you for that. I’m 40 and currently pregnant with my second baby, I gave birth to my first when I was 38. We had no trouble getting pregnant (which I am soooo grateful for), and still I find this content informative and good.
Looking forward to more exercise videos in pregnancy and after it! 💪🏽💪🏽
oh that's such great news that you had a good time with getting pregnant. I really think we need more stories out there like this. xx
I am no close to getting nor even wanting to get pregnant but this video was so fun, informative and interesting! So happy for you Shona 🩵🩵🩵
Ah yay! Thank youuuu ❤🎉
... the nerdy research screenshots are the best. Jokes aside, so greatful for this video and for Shona! What a content volcano and I love all of it.
Congratulations on your pregnancy. I wish you and your partner good things.
I didn't know you were pregnant because I don't have IG anymore, but that's amazing! Congratulations! I love pregnancy content even though I don't have a baby...yet. I think its great to see different journeys so I can see different things that work.
Oh my goodness I don’t blame you - Instagram is wild! Hahaha! ❤
As someone who is concerned about how things will go (due to health concerns) once we actively start to try get pregnant later this year this video is so helpful. I just LOVE your informative videos in general and I find you one of the most likable persons out there on the internet. I had a smile on my face the whole video because you seem so happy. All the best to you!
Oh my goodness thank you so much for this beautiful comment. I really appreciate it. And I feel very happy, mostly because I feel very lucky xx ❤ thank you for watching.
Thanks so much for sharing. I'm 35 years old and have been following your videos for the last 5 years. Ive been worried as I get older about how to look after myself to ensure I will be able to have kids one day. So thanks for sharing. So many women would appreciate this topic.
Thank you! And sending so much love for your journey. Feel free to ask me anything about it. 35 is young, we've been sold a limiting narrative.
Shona, I've been following you for aaaages so I'm super happy for you, congrats! Also, I appreciate the fact you bought science in, this was very informative yet fun to watch✨
I’m so happy for you Shona! You’re someone I really look up to when it comes to all things fitness/lifestyle/psychology and one of the few people who’s advice I really trust. I recommend you to all my friends and family that are looking to change their lifestyles to become healthier. Thank you for this video, wishing you a healthy beautiful pregnancy and birth💛💛
You always explain things so well and articulately - love learning about this from you! You're going to be the best, most badass mum ❤❤❤
ah thank you gf. Sending you love! See you back in Oz soon!
Love this story Shona. Thank you for always being real & quirky and Honest ❤
Your channel is my favorite! Congratulations and thank you for sharing! ❤
You are the best, always been always will. Thanks for the evidence based facts, that make this video even better. Thanks for being vulnerable enough to talk about that kind of stuff. Congrats on your pregnancy ❤
Amandaaaaa - thank you beautiful.
I’m so happy to hear at least one successful PCOS story! You’re a goddess congratulations
Ugh ... PCOS sucks so much. Honestly, all the food stuff, exercise stuff and stress reduction was KEY! As was peeing on sticks - but prepping my body was such an important part. The hardest part was coming off the retinol for the hormonal acne... I had so many break outs (but Alzaleic Acid came to the rescue). Sending lots of love on your journey.
@@shona_vertue thanks Shona, mine is pretty severe so we’ve been doing OI treatment through an IVF clinic. youd die of shock hearing all the years of PCOS issues I have lol! I’m just so happy we’re the same age and you’ve just gone for it and got it , just a boss! Also wishing your mum well! Xx
It’s incredibly refreshing to hear someone talk about regular topics with such intelligence and logic. Instead of the usual jibber jabber most people spew out.
Oh wow. Thank you 🙏🏾 I still feel like I’m a mega jibber jabberer but that makes me happy haha😊
You're the best Shona!
Wishing you a safe and healthy pregnancy
Congratulations Shona! 💓I have followed you for years for fitness and health! its so amazing to see you flourish as a pregnant mumma. I am pregnant for the first time too 🥺 I hope your journey is going well so far, You and your mum are so close🥺. You will be the coolest mum! Does your mum have one child? 🥰
Ah thank you so much. My mum only has one child, yes. She did experience a lot of loss with her second husband but he also had a motorneuron disease which would have been highly heritable and was really hard on him and her so it was likely, in some weird way, for the best. As hard as it was. She is an absolute powerhouse. We are close now yes, but it hasn't always been that way. Hahaha.
4:12 "3D print another human" - you're hilarious 🤣
Thank you so much for talking about the aspect of having separate bedrooms!
My partner and me have been struggling so much with sleeping in the same bedroom - it really disrupted my sleep and I was no fun the next day because my sleep quality was just incredibly bad.
Yep! It's a real game changer to sleep separately or failing that, having seperate duvets.
Omg I love seeing this side of you! Got to learn so much and even if I am not actively trying to get pregnant right now, this is very useful info!
I would love to know more about what under recovering entails 👀 much love to you ❤
Ah thank you so much for watching and for this message. It was so scary to share (I don't know why - it's so silly). Thanks again for the message and all the love back at you. xx
@@shona_vertue it is not silly! I totally get it. Even braver of you to share ♥️
Thank you for this video. I wish all the best to you, your partner and the little one. Enjoy the journey!
Thank you so much!
What Beautiful News🎉 Congratulations!!! That’s one lucky baby with you as a Mum. What is that water bottle???!!!
It looks like I need one in my life.
Love this! 🤍
My husband and I did exactly the same thing to get pregnant, we were at our healthiest when we conceived.
Also completely relate to eating less when stressed.
I’m currently eating in a massive calorie surplus because, little did I know, breastfeeding uses up around 400-500 calories. From about 4 weeks postpartum ( for a 3 month period) I lost about 7kgs ended up at around 49kgs which is underweight for my height.
YESSSS BREASTFEEDING IS EPIC. It takes up so so so much daily energy. Amazing that you’ve realised this, I think it needs to be more normalised!
Congratulations, Shona! Thank you for sharing something so personal with us ❤
Thanks for watching ❤
Genial el proceso que iniciaste y como lo planificaron 🎉❤ Eres y serás una excelente mamá 😊
Ah I hope so. Gracias❤
Firstly, congratulations on becoming a mama. That was heartwarming & insightful at the same time. I'm the same age as you and we've been gently trying to get pregante so I will explore some of those tips for myself. I've been thinking about the pee sticks - getting pregnant can be such a project and it certainly isn't always romantic. Thank you for saying that at loud. Also, I was glad to hear, that I'm not the only one who falls asleep the moment they hold a book in their hands... x
Sending you all the love on this journey ❤❤❤
I love you!! Congrats girl 🎉❤ you are going to have so much fun being an amazing mom 😊
Ah yay! Thank you ❤ I’m so nervous.
I love your Yoga/fitness videos but have been (unknowingly) waiting for a video like this from you! 🧡 I would love love love to hear more of your perspectives on relationships, and specifically why someone might be attracting unavailable partners (this is a pattern I’ve noticed) .
Oh I'd love to make a video or podcast on this - what would you prefer more? I'll do both haha.
What a treat if you could do both!! It intrigued me when you said about you were projecting in past relationships.. and then I started to think well how did you recognise and get over that, to eventually find a healthy partner! So many questions ! Ahaha. I will be excited to hear this podcast. 💛
Shona, would you be able to do a video for pelvic girdle pain and sciatica? I was so active before getting pregnant and at about 11 weeks PGP started for me. I can't go for walks anymore let alone train. The most I can do is about 50m before it becomes too painful. I've been to a yoga class but I couldn't do most of the moves because it hurt too much. Any tips would be so great! Loved this video 🎉 xx
It’s so frustrating - I’m so sorry you’re going through it. A lot of the time you just have to respect it and do reduced movement. Are you/have done any strength work in the past?
@@shona_vertue yes I used to always strength train. But like you said in your video, the info out there isn't clear so I've been so inactive as I've been too scared to do anything that isn't a few bicep curls using a resistance band lol! Looking forwards to more of your pregnancy exercise videos. They're so good x
Congratulations Shona ❤
I‘ve been waiting for this video 😍😍 congrats Shona! Wish you and your family all the best!❤
I hope it helps. Here to answer questions ❤
Thanks for sharing! CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Congrats to both of you and thank you for this really cool video!
Thank you for watching xx
Thank you so much for these tips. I'm so happy for you! You look radiant ❤😊 Congrats!!!!!!
Thank you so much!!
This is so relatable. Thanks for sharing, Shona!
Thanks for watching. Sending all the love. xx
You look so happy. That mr burns finger wiggle was epic 😂
hahaha - feeling very happy.
Thanks so so much for this video. I feel like there is a huge gap of vaulable information concerning this topic as this is such a vulnerable time in a couple’s life and no one is really talking openly about the things they’ve tried.
Yeah I feel like that too. And it’s wild because it makes it such a lonely journey, when in reality, sharing this stuff is helpful. (I think anyway). So I really appreciate the feedback.
Update: the post copulatory orgasm worked for me as well 😅 tried this and got pregnant 🎉😅
Thank you for this video Shona! I turned 30 this year and have been so anxious about being "behind" in life regarding relationships and babies. This gives me hope that there is time to build, grow and stay healthy without pressuring myself. I am super cautious about bringing a being into this world without safety and stability, so hearing your outlook is very reassuring xx
There is time my love. I promise. Just keep taking care of and loving your body ❤
Great vid! 👏🏼
Thanks!❤
Shona 🤍🤍🤍 Congratulations with your pregnancy. This vid really touched my heart. Have been doing the mobility program everyday since 2020. So I wake up to your voice almost daily 😅 i feel like an auntie even though that’s really just in spirit. Haha! Power to you, take care and thank you for sharing this. Love from Amsterdam.
ah thank you so much. I love having aunties all over the world! This is great. AND YAY!!! Mobility!!! Love that!!!! Thank you for the message. xx
I’m a big fan of separate duvets if separate bedrooms aren’t possible. I can burrito in peace (was also useful because my ex switched to a lighter duvet in the summer but I need a 10.5 tog duvet or bust year round)
Oh yessss!!! We do that too! Love the seperate duvet.
This was great! And especially the no alcohol thing I fully support and saw the benefit of in one of my own pregnancies so it worth trying especially when you're in an older category (pregnancy wise not life wise) in age (brutal that it is as young as 35 but such is life).
Thank you so much for sharing this video Shona! I am such a loyal follower of your yoga videos, I love your approach to mobility and stress reduction and wellness, and you have such an intelligent, authentic, and playful attitude. OK so I don’t know if this is too personal to ask, but during that time of overtraining/undereating/PCOS/coming off the pill, did you ever lose your period? I’m not trying to get pregnant but I feel like most of these tips could be attributed to this issue as well. If you have any other tips on that, I would be so appreciative! So happy for you and this new chapter :)
Heya! I never lost my period (it was irregular but never lost). Which was frustrating but not my biggest issue.
Love you Shona thank you for sharing xx
Thank you beautiful ❤
thank you for being yet again inspirational. ❤
Oh thank you for welcoming the honesty ❤
Congratulations ❤
love!
Congratulations shona :) beautiful mama xx
thank you! :)
CONGRATULATIONS BEAUTIFUL ONE!!
Thank you!!
Congratulations.
Congratulations again! 🎉 I love hearing about the science and the things that are more for comfort, and I guess hope and motivation, even as a child free no pregangegente woman
Yessss! All of these are necessary for general health - even the orgasm hahaha
Love the long section on post-copulatory orgasms 🥳 "if you enjoy orgasms..." 😂 you're the best Shona.
hahaha can you tell I felt so uncomfortable. I hate the idea that it creates false hope but at the same time... nothing bad is going to come from the O itself.
Congratulations 😃
Aww this was so lovely of you to share with us ❤ I totally did the orgasm thing and believed it worked for me! And I too made my partner at the time sleep in a separate room. I’m no good at sharing a bed. Congratulations to you both and looking forward to seeing bubba 😇
Is the sleeping in a separate room and bed part of the post copulatory orgasm I am confused as f by it . I tried looking online for some information but it just says post copulatory links nothing about the orgasm so post copulatory is the act of intercourse so I'm not sure but I think it means to hold it for as long as u can and then at the end orgasm ?
So in the study I shared in the description it talks about orgasm relating to sperm retention which was the variable these researchers were using as a marker of better changes to conceive. I had read somewhere (totally NOT a scientific paper) about contractions of the uterus during orgasm, supporting the opening of the cervix (I'm sharing that not because it's 'science' but because it's what got me on the journey of giving it a go). Sleeping in seperate beds was about sleep hygiene and better sleep quality, nothing to do with the seggs stuff.
Thats amazing!!!! :) Honestly, I just don't see any harm in it. haha
Hi Shona! Congrats on your pregnancy. I am still confused on Post Copulatory even with the resource attached 😭. Is it a conscious decision to orgasm? Leaving the sperm inside? Or co-mating with multiple partners?
Hiiii! Sorry i was so confusing and cryptic - it’s just because it’s so personal I felt awkward talking about it. Haha!
It’s basically just having a clitoral orgasm, post sex (so basically while there is sperm present). It’s about enhancing sperm retention. Definitely not about having multiple partners.
So basically when all is done, you would use a massager/vibrator of kind to induce (potentially another orgasm).
It’s really not a ‘proven’ method. It’s just something I did alongside the other things. I just wanted to give you all the full picture. Haha.
Oh what a lovley and inspiring video. I had a miscarriage with my ex fiance last October amd my body naturally told me to go from 7 years vegan into vegetarian and i had lost too much weight due to my ex mental health issues (depression, burnout & addiction to stimulants) during one year, so my coping mechanism was too much training and not enough of calories.
A lot of trauma from the relationship caused stress on my whole system as the relationship crumbled.
Side note: after 3 years of no protection at all (pull-out method) i became pregnant at the end of our relationship (why universe?!) and then, a few months after whenwe started having sex again while not being together (did a natural abortion). Why during our worst periods and not the good days?, is what keeps me up at night...
Today i eat more calories, vegeterian and gained my weight back, less cardio and more slow ans heavily lifting and ahorter workouts.
Just hoping for Mr Non-avoidant to show up and charm Miss Anxious A.S because my uterus had veen screaming for pregnantée* for a few a couple of years now.
So happy for you and your partner! Thia gives me some hope
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Thank you for fantastic content and fun mix of science & humor. ❤
oh my love. I have all the feels with this message. Thank you for being so vulnerable with this. Something that I learned was that avoidants actually hold the key to a deeper part of my wound - and that rather than run away from the trigger, I should learn from it and use it as an opportunity to practice the thing that scared me most. I'm speaking a bit cryptically, but I will talk about it on the podcast in more detail. I have a theory that in our search for a 'secure' partner that we are running from a fear, that actually needs to be addressed, not shamed. Thank you so much for the message.
I think its wild when people are TTC but dont use OPKs. Some even say ”according to my app…” how could an app know when youre ovulating? A body is unique and not a machine with a built in calendar
Did you get married? Would love to see your ring up close