How to Keep It Spicy… Even When You’re Winded from Standing

Spicy doesn’t stop with a bump.

Okay, so you’re in the second trimester now, looking blissful and slightly more rotund than a ripe avocado. But let’s talk about the elephant in the room—no, not your adorably expanding belly—the fact that even standing up is starting to feel like you've just conquered Mount Everest! How’s that for a pregnancy glow? Am I right or am I right?

Sure, the second trimester is dubbed the “honeymoon phase” of pregnancy, and it deserves the title. Your pre-pregnancy jeans have long been banished to the back of the closet, morning sickness is mostly a thing of the past, and you’re not yet entering the realm of sleeping like a rotisserie chicken in the third trimester. But there’s one thing you might not have expected: keeping life spicy with a belly that could double as a yoga ball.

The good news? Whether it’s your wardrobe or your social life, there are plenty of ways to fan the flames of excitement. Here we go with the best "How to keep it spicy" tips and tricks that’ll have you chuckling all the way to your next prenatal check-up!

Best 5 Ways to Keep It Spicy (with a Side of Bump)

1. Embrace the Cravings! – Orchestrate a preggo cravings dinner party. Forget the wine and cheese; think pickles and ice cream, together on one plate! Get creative with your friends, who will either join enthusiastically or gawk in amused awe. Either way, it’s entertainment!
2. Dressing it up with Style! g> – Revamp your wardrobe with some bomb maternity pieces that scream "yum" more than "yawn." Have you checked out Emamaco’s maternity leggings? Not only do they support that lovely bump, but they also flatter curves you didn’t even know you had. They’re the LBD of maternity wear!
3. Dancing Queen! – Bust out moves from your flashiest Spotify playlist. Yes, we know you’re winded from just existing, but moving those hips (if you can still find them) can boost those feel-good hormones. Channel your inner Beyoncé—but seated, with snacks.
4. Pamper Time, All the Time. – Treat yo’self with homemade spa nights. Think face masks, cucumber slices on eyes, and that tub of ice cream that once seemed excessive but now feels like a single serving. Remember, life is short, take a bubble bath!
5. Baby Talk, Anyone? – And I don’t mean child-directed speech. Play around with belly art. Temporary tattoos for the bump? Yes, please. It’s a bonding experience and your Instagram feed will thank you, not to mention the creative possibilities are endless!

Top 5 Don'ts to Avoid Post Spicy-Hangover

• Saying Yes to Everything! – In this phase, your gut isn't just telling

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Being pregnant is the gift that keeps on giving, whether it’s advice from strangers at the grocery store, yet another adorable onesie from Grandma, or—oh joy—the ability to pee a mere ten times a day. However, spicing things up doesn't have to stop with your pruney fingers post-bath. It’s about harnessing those hormones to have fun and rock each moment, even if it means breaking a sweat folding laundry.

And while prehistoric-named positions like "downward dog" in yoga class may now qualify as an extreme sport, who says spicy isn’t adaptable? Fashion, snacks, and cardio (casually known as breathing while bent over) are now your new spice rack. Need some wardrobe inspo or fabulous new activewear to cuddle in as you Netflix and bake? Check out Emamaco’s collection to embrace every wonderful curve.

Until next time, fabulous mamas! Keep the spice alive with laughter, love, and legit the comfiest outfits ever. 💃✨