Let’s be honest, pregnancy today looks a lot different from how it used to. These days, the moment that second line shows up on a test, many moms-to-be start sharing their journey online. From weekly bump updates to picture-perfect gender reveals and baby shopping hauls, it can feel like everyone is having a magazine-cover kind of pregnancy.

 

If you’re pregnant and scrolling through social media, it’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking “Should I be doing that too?” or “Why doesn’t my pregnancy feel or look like that?”

 

Social media can be a great place to get tips, find support, and feel connected, but it can also bring on a lot of unnecessary pressure. Suddenly, you might feel like you’re supposed to look amazing, stay super active and eat perfectly.

 

The Comparison Trap: Why It Hurts

 

 

A lot of what we see online is influenced by trends, algorithms, and even sponsorships. So while their posts might look effortless, they often involve a whole team behind the scenes: photographers, makeup artists, brand deals, and more.

 

And here’s the thing: no one is sharing the full story. You don’t see the emotional breakdowns, the unwashed hair, or the nights spent Googling every weird pregnancy symptom. But just because it’s not shown doesn’t mean it’s not real.

 

Every pregnancy is different. Some moms feel great and love being pregnant. Others struggle with nausea, aches, fatigue, or even more serious complications. Some have big budgets for maternity clothes and nursery setups, while others are just trying to make ends meet.

 

The danger is when we start measuring our worth, or our pregnancy, against what we see online.

 

The danger is when we start measuring our worth, or our pregnancy, against what we see online. It can leave you feeling like you’re not doing enough or not “doing it right”, when in reality, there’s no one right way to be pregnant.

 

How to Cope & Stay Grounded

So, what can you do when social media starts messing with your head during pregnancy? The good news is, you’re in control.

 

Here are some simple, practical ways to protect your peace and stay focused on your journey:

 

Curate your feed

• Follow accounts that make you feel good – Look for real, honest moms who share both the highs and the lows of pregnancy.
• Unfollow or mute anything that triggers self-doubt, even if it’s temporary. Your mental health matters more than someone else’s content.

 

Take social media breaks

• It’s okay to log off- Set screen time limits or take a day or two off now and then. Use that time to connect with yourself, your partner, or your baby.
• A quiet walk, journaling, or simply resting can be more grounding than another scroll through perfectly filtered photos.

 

 

Write your own story

• Try keeping a simple pregnancy journal or photo diary just for you—not for likes or views. Document how you feel, not just how you look.

 

Talk to your tribe

• Whether it’s your partner, a mom friend, or a pregnancy support group, open up about how you’re feeling. Chances are, others feel the same way, too. Real conversations often remind us that we’re not alone, and that no one has it all together.

 

Stay present

• You don’t need a perfect Instagram feed to have a meaningful pregnancy. Focus on how you feel, what your body is doing, and the miracle that’s happening inside you. You’re growing life—and that’s powerful.

 

Your Pregnancy, Your Way

It’s easy to get swept up in the picture-perfect world of social media, especially when you’re going through such a life-changing experience like pregnancy. But here’s the truth: there’s no one way to do this. You don’t need a trendy wardrobe, a viral gender reveal, or a Pinterest-worthy nursery to be a great mom.

 

What you do need is grace—for yourself, your body, and your journey.

 

Let go of the pressure to keep up with what you see online.

 

Focus on what feels right for you. Some days you might feel like glowing, and other days you might just want to nap in your pyjamas, and both are perfectly okay.

 

Your pregnancy doesn’t need to be content for anyone else. It’s your own beautiful, messy, magical story, and you get to write it your way.