I can promise you right now, everything you said about pregnancy is true: feeling and growing a baby is so fucking weird. I affectionately called my son an alien and a parasite my entire pregnancy. Birth is even weirder, like I am holding him in my lap right now and I still dont know how this tiny human came out of me. Lastly, yes, breastfeeding is so so so weird, but pumping is even stranger. All worth it of course, but I thought I'd share as someone who feels the same as you do about these things and has been through them. Have a lovely day!
Helen I am the same with anything pregnancy!! The thought of something growing inside me makes my skin crawl I told everyone in my life to just expect me to have lots of puppers 🖤✨
awwww u love Haley Blais too. she is super funny and her voice is amazing, she deserves so much more recognition. It would be great to see u put your voices together and do a collab :) xxxxx
You're one of the very few people I watch anymore because you're clearly honest and that's something that is severely lacking today. (For example, you're going to the gym and you show us that you're going to the gym). I appreciate that a lot. Also, totally agree about healthcare. I'm in the US and was just in the hospital for 2 and half weeks and I have to declare bankruptcy because the whole deal cost about a quarter of million dollars..and obviously I couldn't afford insurance.
Having a baby growing inside of you is the most amazing thing ever when they start to roll and kick it is the most amazing thing because you are making a human being inside and then gettg to hear the heart beat is amazing once you do it you dont want to stop.I Loved being pregnant
I had this big plan when I was 10 to get married at 20 (with my classmate who never knew I had a crush on him), have our first child at 21, second at 24 and third at 27. Now I'm about to turn 26, I do have a boyfriend, but no marriage and no kids and that's how I want it. Now I'm thinking kids maybe at 30-35 and marriage, well, it doesn't really matter. I would like to get married, but it doesn't have to happen before kids (if I ever have them). Could be in my 40's. It's funny what plans you have for yourself when you're a kid!
HELEN, I am currently studying Graphic Design and Illustration at Uni and I would love love love to make some designs for you. I'd be more than willing to do them for free and you by all means don't have to use them. If you ever get round to making your Tshirts please let me know 😸
alice collins never give your art away for free when you're just starting out ❤️ if you worked hard to get that degree, you deserve money for that xxxx
The idea that all women are maternal is a myth, there's a great blog on the psychology today website about it...it really bugs me when people say things like "when your time comes". What if it doesn't? Would that be a bad thing? I don't think so! I feel the same as you, no disrespect to people who do have kids, actually I admire them, but its not for me at this stage!
Preach! I've said for a really long time I don't want children (I've got my reasons) and I HATE how everyone I tell always says, "Oh, you'll change your mind" like a woman choosing not to have children is not acceptable :(
I always wanted to be a mum... until I became one. Holy shit it sucks. My kid is 7 now and is an awesome human, but I'd be lying if I said I'd do it all again with no reservations.
Feraloidies that's a terrifying thought! And one that I've had many times. I've never wanted a child, well maybe for about 5 seconds when my boyfriend made me feel all gooey and cute but other than that, NEVER. I'm not maternal, I do not like babies or children and I'm actually quite uncomfortable around them. It just doesn't seem like an option to me. I'm 22 and have always felt this way :/
The entire child/pregnancy part is completely how I feel haha. Good on you for acknowledging that you'd want to give up a lot of time for a child and you don't want to do that yet. Society is crazy about what women should do regarding children and neglects the fact that although most of us can have children, we can also choose if/when we want to!
I feel the same way about pregnancy and breastfeeding ! I thought I was the only one. And I totally used to say that I wanted to have a kid in my late twenties and now that I'm 25, almost 26 I keep pushing it further. 32 sounds good right now. Haha the annoying part is after you get married (just got married in August) and everyone keeps asking you about having babies. I am in no rush! My mom was 31 when she had me and 35 when she had my sister so at least she doesn't ask about it. Lol Love your videos as always! :)
OMGGG HELEN IM THE SAME WAY ABOUT THE THOUGHT OF A BABY GROWING INSIDE OF YOU. I get so grossed out and literally gag when I think about me being pregnant. And everyone I tell this to thinks I'm crazy because it's so "natural" but NO IT JUST GROSSES ME OUT. So happy I'm not the only one!!!
when you have your baby inside you Helen you will feel toootally different, the first time you feel your baby move wont feel horrible it feels weird and Amaaaazing! xxxxx
Helen. My darling. If you do not want children, that is PERFECTLY ACCEPTABLE. No need to explain or justify. You do not have to have them. If you want them, great. If you don't, also great. All that said, I want to thank you for publicizing the fact that you actually put some thought into it. There are far too many humans who don't even consider *not* having children a viable option. Rock on, woman. We lourves ya!
I always said that by the time I was 23 I wanted to have a baby........ Well I'm now 27 and am only JUST starting to feel ready for children. It helps that my job lets me get in LOADS of baby practice so I'm totally sure I could deal with it!
Omg yes you described my issues/feelings about pregnancy exactly!! I'm so glad that I'm not the only one that feels that way 😰 and I was literally listening to Bad Vibrations before watching this! It's good, you should give a quick listen x
You can be guaranteed that I won't loose interest in your content I think it's so different and unique I watch your vlogs and videos everyday your a real inspiring amazing person xxx
Oh Helen I will never get bored of you and your channel!!! You're my absolute fave TH-cam because of how true to yourself you are arms how really you are!! Don't be hard on yourself you're my happy time when I see a new vid !!!!
Agree on the healthcare part- and love your videos!!!!😍 I enjoy all your videos! Thanks for posting and love your originality and creativity. It's inspirational :)
I still love listening to your 2016 favourite songs and usually end up getting it in my head, singing it around the house, so so good! Also, your favourite song at the moment is such a good song!! I just can't remember the name of it at all D: xxx
I feel the same way about pregnancy and breast feeding! I'm so glad to hear someone else say it. It freaks me out so much that I think I'll have to have someone else carry it or adopt.
Hey helen can you make a video(or even just some tips in reply to this!) on song writing tips, I really love playing music but I CAN'T stand writing lyrics, I find it so difficult, but its something I'm really passionate about.
I'm currently 34 weeks and absolutely hated feeling the baby in me at first I made my skin crawl but you get used to it and I'm also not breastfeeding because I find it weird and I'm uncomfortable doing it so you're not alone there
As much as people comment on the negatives of your "attitude" or whatever in your relationship I always wondered if it was quite a lot of pressure to be considered "relationship goals" which a lot of people describe you and Maff as?
I watched her so long ago ... I remember she tried the jam with the peanut butter in the same jar and she loved it lol it was cute and some peanut butter cereal... x3
I'm 27 and I'm not ready for pregnancy or raising a child for many many reasons (one reason includes how I'm just not feeling the changes the body goes through to nourish the baby, oh dear dear, please not yet). I'll re evaluate in 7-9 years. I may just adopt. we'll keep in touch and see what we all decide 😁 ❤
My son is nearly 1 and the thought that he grew in my stomach and I gave birth to him still makes me feel weird. I went 15 days over and it was the worse thing ever never ever everrrr again. I also didn't breast feed as I didn't want too. But, saying all that, my babe is the best thing that's ever happened.
Feel the same about childbirth atm. I use to say I'd have them anywhere between 22-25. I'm now 26 going on 27 and I just can't imagine having kids right now.
I would so Buy a tee from you, or like patches or pins or chokers. And ive been nagging my boyfriend for a few months that I want a fur coat because I just loooooove all of yours but I can't seem to find the perfect one yet. :(
How you feel about pregnancy is the exact same thing for me! Like i only see one positive about pregnancy and that is the lack of periods during the pregnancy
I was wondering if you were going to be at Download again what with it potentially being Aerosmith's last UK show (aaargh crying face) - such an awesome place for a hen do!
AS you come to brighton a lot you should check out Belleva Locks and Beauty they do amazing extensions. They are having a website redo but they are on facebook xx
I had a baby at the start of the year and still feel the same way you do about pregnancy :p and breast feeding is over rated. I found that I had a better bond with bub by bottle feeding rather than breast.
I'm a massive advocate of babies and Bassets - we have a four month old daughter, a mini dachshund and 2 basset hounds as well so our household is a noisy one! 😝
I adore your videos and the fact that you want a basset hound. I have a basset/weiner mix and he's perfect. He's smart yet ridiculously dumb at the same time. I'm actually going through my phone and uploading videos of him.
I'm exactly the same when it comes to pregnancy, most of my close friends have babies/kids and I'm like freaked out by the whole thing. Also bad vibrations is A Day To Remembers new album!!! xxxxx
There is nothing more foreign then having a baby haha. I just had my little girl almost 8 months ago and I can remember being in a midwife appointment asking if it would be like the dude from Alien who has the critter bursting out of his chest. I too have just started my own TH-cam experiment because I really enjoy watching the content you pop up on your channel. Cheers for the laughs and I'd totally wear one of your shirts
I can promise you right now, everything you said about pregnancy is true: feeling and growing a baby is so fucking weird. I affectionately called my son an alien and a parasite my entire pregnancy. Birth is even weirder, like I am holding him in my lap right now and I still dont know how this tiny human came out of me. Lastly, yes, breastfeeding is so so so weird, but pumping is even stranger. All worth it of course, but I thought I'd share as someone who feels the same as you do about these things and has been through them. Have a lovely day!
Kadie Rose im exactly the same! I just finished giving my 1 month old a bottle but still cant tell myself that I'm a mum :p
I would sooooo buy a t-shirt you'd designed!
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You bringing out a clothing line is what I've been waiting for, PLEASE do it!!!!
completely agree!!!!
I'm with you on the NHS. So many people complain about it but don't seem to realise how lucky we actually are to have it. Love the video, as always!!
Helen I am the same with anything pregnancy!! The thought of something growing inside me makes my skin crawl I told everyone in my life to just expect me to have lots of puppers 🖤✨
a range of tshirts by you would be so so so awesome!
awwww u love Haley Blais too. she is super funny and her voice is amazing, she deserves so much more recognition. It would be great to see u put your voices together and do a collab :) xxxxx
I LITERALLY LOVE YOUR HAIR COLOUR SO MUCH!
A barney and Lola t shirt would be amazing!!!
I totally agree with you about being thankful for the NHS, whenever I want to complain about it I remember how amazing it is that it's free!
Bad vibrations is a day to remembers new album💕
When you mentioned a t-shirt line, I had this ethereal vision of a croptop saying 'Well good!' on it. I find that phrase the most Helen-phrase ever!
You're one of the very few people I watch anymore because you're clearly honest and that's something that is severely lacking today. (For example, you're going to the gym and you show us that you're going to the gym). I appreciate that a lot. Also, totally agree about healthcare. I'm in the US and was just in the hospital for 2 and half weeks and I have to declare bankruptcy because the whole deal cost about a quarter of million dollars..and obviously I couldn't afford insurance.
Having a baby growing inside of you is the most amazing thing ever when they start to roll and kick it is the most amazing thing because you are making a human being inside and then gettg to hear the heart beat is amazing once you do it you dont want to stop.I Loved being pregnant
Is there anyway you could put those girls in the description? I don't see them there! Thanks love!
Aw I would love t-shirts! Can you include plus sizes/unisex shirts? I would love to buy some tank tops and shirts from you.
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Sarah Weiler definitely would love the plus sizes too. I hate when clothes are sold as 'one size' or just the smaller sizes.
thankyou for answering my question on freelance anxiety
The links to the people you mentioned...?
I had this big plan when I was 10 to get married at 20 (with my classmate who never knew I had a crush on him), have our first child at 21, second at 24 and third at 27. Now I'm about to turn 26, I do have a boyfriend, but no marriage and no kids and that's how I want it. Now I'm thinking kids maybe at 30-35 and marriage, well, it doesn't really matter. I would like to get married, but it doesn't have to happen before kids (if I ever have them). Could be in my 40's. It's funny what plans you have for yourself when you're a kid!
I love that Camera Obscura is your fave song right now! I listen to them on a loop pretty much all the time.. xx
Been subbed to you for years, never get bored of you !! ❤
HELEN, I am currently studying Graphic Design and Illustration at Uni and I would love love love to make some designs for you. I'd be more than willing to do them for free and you by all means don't have to use them. If you ever get round to making your Tshirts please let me know 😸
YESSS
alice collins what uni do you go to for graphic design?
Gin Maze Liverpool :)
i would buy Helen merch!
alice collins never give your art away for free when you're just starting out ❤️ if you worked hard to get that degree, you deserve money for that xxxx
The idea that all women are maternal is a myth, there's a great blog on the psychology today website about it...it really bugs me when people say things like "when your time comes". What if it doesn't? Would that be a bad thing? I don't think so! I feel the same as you, no disrespect to people who do have kids, actually I admire them, but its not for me at this stage!
Preach! I've said for a really long time I don't want children (I've got my reasons) and I HATE how everyone I tell always says, "Oh, you'll change your mind" like a woman choosing not to have children is not acceptable :(
I always wanted to be a mum... until I became one. Holy shit it sucks. My kid is 7 now and is an awesome human, but I'd be lying if I said I'd do it all again with no reservations.
Feraloidies that's a terrifying thought! And one that I've had many times. I've never wanted a child, well maybe for about 5 seconds when my boyfriend made me feel all gooey and cute but other than that, NEVER. I'm not maternal, I do not like babies or children and I'm actually quite uncomfortable around them. It just doesn't seem like an option to me. I'm 22 and have always felt this way :/
it's such a relief to see that others feel this way too!
For inspiration I've been doing eye makeup from my favorite albums its really nice to get out of my comfort zone
The entire child/pregnancy part is completely how I feel haha. Good on you for acknowledging that you'd want to give up a lot of time for a child and you don't want to do that yet. Society is crazy about what women should do regarding children and neglects the fact that although most of us can have children, we can also choose if/when we want to!
I really like these "let's chat" videos, they're so relaxing and yet entertaining :)
That stray hair is very endearing and also stealing all of my attention :'D
I feel the same way about pregnancy and breastfeeding ! I thought I was the only one. And I totally used to say that I wanted to have a kid in my late twenties and now that I'm 25, almost 26 I keep pushing it further. 32 sounds good right now. Haha the annoying part is after you get married (just got married in August) and everyone keeps asking you about having babies. I am in no rush! My mom was 31 when she had me and 35 when she had my sister so at least she doesn't ask about it. Lol Love your videos as always! :)
I love the Q & A ! It feels more of one and one with your subscribers. please do more.
OMGGG HELEN IM THE SAME WAY ABOUT THE THOUGHT OF A BABY GROWING INSIDE OF YOU. I get so grossed out and literally gag when I think about me being pregnant. And everyone I tell this to thinks I'm crazy because it's so "natural" but NO IT JUST GROSSES ME OUT. So happy I'm not the only one!!!
when you have your baby inside you Helen you will feel toootally different, the first time you feel your baby move wont feel horrible it feels weird and Amaaaazing! xxxxx
Helen. My darling. If you do not want children, that is PERFECTLY ACCEPTABLE. No need to explain or justify. You do not have to have them. If you want them, great. If you don't, also great. All that said, I want to thank you for publicizing the fact that you actually put some thought into it. There are far too many humans who don't even consider *not* having children a viable option. Rock on, woman. We lourves ya!
I always said that by the time I was 23 I wanted to have a baby........ Well I'm now 27 and am only JUST starting to feel ready for children. It helps that my job lets me get in LOADS of baby practice so I'm totally sure I could deal with it!
I would love a line of t-shirts! Especially if they included prints of Barney and Lola!!
Helen I would suggest micro ring extensions. There is no glue so there is minimal damage.
Helen so happy you and mathew have your house together now u really deserve it! Much love 💞
Omg yes you described my issues/feelings about pregnancy exactly!! I'm so glad that I'm not the only one that feels that way 😰 and I was literally listening to Bad Vibrations before watching this! It's good, you should give a quick listen x
I would soooo buy a t-shirt designed by you!
I love Camera Obscura! I've been meaning to ask if you knew them at all as I always thought they sounded so similar to your style! Best song.
You can be guaranteed that I won't loose interest in your content I think it's so different and unique I watch your vlogs and videos everyday your a real inspiring amazing person xxx
I like the warmth in your hair tones but it's subtly mixed with a cooler tone. Nice kind of baliarge effect
Oh Helen I will never get bored of you and your channel!!! You're my absolute fave TH-cam because of how true to yourself you are arms how really you are!! Don't be hard on yourself you're my happy time when I see a new vid !!!!
Turns out I can't type lmao u get what I mean soz peeps x
I feel the same way about kids, child birth, and breast feeding....yup
Oh my goodness! The reason I discovered your channel is because of your fur coat collection video! I had just bought one and was looking for reviews.
The socks thing is adorable , I myself hate pairing socks !
Agree on the healthcare part- and love your videos!!!!😍 I enjoy all your videos! Thanks for posting and love your originality and creativity. It's inspirational :)
I still love listening to your 2016 favourite songs and usually end up getting it in my head, singing it around the house, so so good! Also, your favourite song at the moment is such a good song!! I just can't remember the name of it at all D: xxx
I LOVE HALEY TOO OMG
I feel the same way about pregnancy and breast feeding! I'm so glad to hear someone else say it.
It freaks me out so much that I think I'll have to have someone else carry it or adopt.
im all about the t-shirts! i love your quirky style, its right up my street
Hey helen can you make a video(or even just some tips in reply to this!) on song writing tips, I really love playing music but I CAN'T stand writing lyrics, I find it so difficult, but its something I'm really passionate about.
Much yes to the t-shirts!!!!!💕
You are literally me talking about kids and childbirth. Honestly our opinions and feelings on it are identical 😘
I'm currently 34 weeks and absolutely hated feeling the baby in me at first I made my skin crawl but you get used to it and I'm also not breastfeeding because I find it weird and I'm uncomfortable doing it so you're not alone there
As much as people comment on the negatives of your "attitude" or whatever in your relationship I always wondered if it was quite a lot of pressure to be considered "relationship goals" which a lot of people describe you and Maff as?
I watched her so long ago ... I remember she tried the jam with the peanut butter in the same jar and she loved it lol it was cute and some peanut butter cereal... x3
Looove the idea of t-shirts that emboy your personality, you definetley need some with ruffleees, can't wait💕💕💕
I'm 27 and I'm not ready for pregnancy or raising a child for many many reasons (one reason includes how I'm just not feeling the changes the body goes through to nourish the baby, oh dear dear, please not yet). I'll re evaluate in 7-9 years. I may just adopt. we'll keep in touch and see what we all decide 😁 ❤
I love box of light so much, your band reminds me of black honey who I have been obsessed with which I think you'll love!! Love you Helen x
I love the idea of those t-shirts you're talking about, would defo buy one. I'm a sucker for t-shirts!
My son is nearly 1 and the thought that he grew in my stomach and I gave birth to him still makes me feel weird. I went 15 days over and it was the worse thing ever never ever everrrr again. I also didn't breast feed as I didn't want too. But, saying all that, my babe is the best thing that's ever happened.
If you're gonna get a graphic designer to help you, definitely go to NUA and talk to some of the students there! They're great
I have the exact same feelings about having a baby haha
Bad vibrations is the newest album from A Day To Remember. Ace album, definitely give it a listen!
6 weeks pregnant! and your freaking me out now!!!
Please bring the flamingo Box of Light tee back 😔😔
I'm a fashion student and I would LOVE to draw up some prints for you! Your style is so fun and quirky you could make some really funky designs! ✌
shit the bed and I'm a ssssssnake would be a great phrases for a tee :) xxxxx
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Nikkimorox1 i need i'm a ssssssnake on a shirt
Feel the same about childbirth atm. I use to say I'd have them anywhere between 22-25.
I'm now 26 going on 27 and I just can't imagine having kids right now.
I would so Buy a tee from you, or like patches or pins or chokers. And ive been nagging my boyfriend for a few months that I want a fur coat because I just loooooove all of yours but I can't seem to find the perfect one yet. :(
i would love for you to do more videos incorporating your music! also you should make a spotify playlist to share c:
She didn't put all the people in the description :)
How you feel about pregnancy is the exact same thing for me! Like i only see one positive about pregnancy and that is the lack of periods during the pregnancy
I was wondering if you were going to be at Download again what with it potentially being Aerosmith's last UK show (aaargh crying face) - such an awesome place for a hen do!
I want a basset hound sooo much! the are so underated! 😍😍😍😍
I am in love with the colour of this video!! how do you do it!!
Just love your videos so much!
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Helen, can you add those people (links) you were talking about in the description? :) thank you!!
Hahah I feel you, I have the same ting with a baby growing inside me😂ALIEN! Noooo
Thanks making me feel like I'm not the only one thinking that way about children/pregnancy/childbirth :-D
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I will never stop loving your videos Helen! x
I have never been this early for a video... IM EXCITED TO WATCH💞
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I had a baby at the start of the year and still feel the same way you do about pregnancy :p and breast feeding is over rated. I found that I had a better bond with bub by bottle feeding rather than breast.
Emmi Olive doing what's best for your baby is overrated ? Hmmmm okay...
Emmi Olive over rated? The babies did a survey and said they found it over rated? Oh no you are selfish, do what's best for you. Lol
I'm a massive advocate of babies and Bassets - we have a four month old daughter, a mini dachshund and 2 basset hounds as well so our household is a noisy one! 😝
I adore your videos and the fact that you want a basset hound. I have a basset/weiner mix and he's perfect. He's smart yet ridiculously dumb at the same time. I'm actually going through my phone and uploading videos of him.
I love Haley blais! She has an amazing voice and is really funny :-)
I would loooove it if you designed tshirts!
Helen can u put the people in the description please , the ladies that u said u looked up to
Omg i feel you! Pregnancy freaks me out :D
i love your personality!!
I'm exactly the same when it comes to pregnancy, most of my close friends have babies/kids and I'm like freaked out by the whole thing. Also bad vibrations is A Day To Remembers new album!!! xxxxx
I feel you, I've always been scared of having kids and I don't get how people have can feel so maternal at such a young age
You should crowd source designs from all of us, and pick the best designs, so it's like a gift from us to you to us haha, love you gal xx
There is nothing more foreign then having a baby haha. I just had my little girl almost 8 months ago and I can remember being in a midwife appointment asking if it would be like the dude from Alien who has the critter bursting out of his chest. I too have just started my own TH-cam experiment because I really enjoy watching the content you pop up on your channel. Cheers for the laughs and I'd totally wear one of your shirts
YOU READ MY Question OUT WHOOOP! (Products/ merch)! I would love if you brought out a t-shirt range!😍
And the tattoo one!🙌🏻 I'm bit excited 😂❤
I was always saying that being pregnant reminds me of Alien movies and people would look at me weird. Finally someone thinking the same. :D
Great video as always Helen. Leaving a comment in the comments section for you ahahah. You crack me up.
Please do the merch idea!!!!! 😻
Ah I loved the 2016 favourites video! More like that would be fab