IssaMotherhood : Pregnancy Expectations 

I really love Shiki these days. She used to be a little shy but now she is so bubbly and her personality is really shining. Keep it up Shiki you are such a sweetheart 💕

" we're not going to let you talk like that about yourself. Not on our set." Friendship goals❣

THE LOVE I HAVE FOR LORNA...I FEEL LIKE I AM CARRYING THAT BABY...MAY GOD GIVE YOU AN EASY PREGNANCY.

Ivy was so hilarious today 😅 especially that part she asked where the clapping sound was from !

Congratulations Lornzie! 🥳 All the best in your pregnancy journey. To lightly answer you guy's question on why you've become hypersensitive to noise; it's because during pregnancy and when your baby is born, the part of the brain called the Amygdala grows in size. This enables you to hear any sounds your baby makes and become more sensitive to your baby's needs. Also the amygdala reportedly increases more in size in mothers as compared to fathers or in cases where the mother is absent, the primary care giver of the child. In case you'd want to learn more about babies, there's a Netflix series called "Babies" it covers quite some interesting facts on children and some of their developmental milestones. I've really chuckled throughout the episode because of Ivy's and Shikie's side comments😅

The other day, i was in a deep conversation with my sis and then suddenly she stopped and rushed outside. It felt kinda annoying. Kumbe she had heard her 3.4 year old baby cry and was rushing to tend to her. Yes, I also had the cry, but it was in passing and I couldn't tell it was her child(my niece, who I LOVE SO MUCH). To see my sis in action just opened me up to how motherhood makes women alert and super sensitive. I guess Its safe to say that mothers are Superheros. Kudos to all MAMAs out there and RESPECT!

After trying for sooo long God finally blessed me at 35.I had a very very hard pregnancy with fibroids,pcos,endometriosis and being a first time mom is the most confusing thing ever.All in all im enjoying every bit of it considering its unlikely i get another one

I dint know Ivy was a humorous person like this aah🤣🤣🤣i have been laughing the entire time. Ivy has a good sense of humour🤣🤣🤣🤣

Explain why I've watched this thrice today and I'm only 21 with zero plans for a baby anytime soon😭 it's the love I have Lornzie🥺tbh, I thought she'd be the cat mum😂so congrats Hun🤎and you three are so composed,love it here>>🤗

You can tell that even though ivy and shikie are all smiles and laughter in this video, they just know deep down that motherhood is NO JOKE!!!!that its impossible to even put it into words...its EXTREMELY INTENSE!

I am just from Instagram seeing Lorna's outfit eti " baby pump for who? " and just ran here to see this new episode,aki I love you all ❤️❤️😍,I wish the best ever pregnancy journey for Lorna

this was sooo eye-opening on just how powerful the woman's body is

shout out to all single mothers doing it and being there for their kids

This is the happiest I have seen Lorna, the laugh and everything..it's amazing... congratulations 💐

I have been smiling all through this video☺️ Congratulations Lorna

Ivy "mine must have been obese" 🤣🤣. The quotes from this episode have cracked me up 😂

Definitely my best series on Over 25. Enjoyed every bit of this episode. Congrats Lorna and welcome to Issa Motherhood.

Just to inform Lornzie that weight isn't always attributed to eating during pregnancy. All the best in her pregnancy...she looks amazing!

I pray I get such a group of mature, ambitious and wonderful women in my life! Ya'll are such a breath of fresh air!

I'm right there with you on the bloat!! First trimester is bloat bump all the way. Congrats Lornzie!! I'm following closely behind you

The main reason you get the tetanus shot isn’t necessarily just for you but for the baby. Neonatal tetanus is very fatal. So it’s a precautionary measure.

Yeeeey! We have a new member in over 25. Congrats Lornzie. You got this and you will make a nice mum

When Ivy said she was running heard a sound and she wondered where it was coming from 😂😂😂😂 I can't stop laughing.

Ivy you made me spit out tea in office. Ati where is that sound from🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣.This is so funny🤗🤗🤗🥰

3 months postpartum na this is such a relatable video 😂🤗 Being a mom truly awakens one inner self. To Lornzie, congratulations mami, document this journey mainly for yourself to look back at how amazing a woman is na to Ivy & Shikie, thank you for the #issamotherhood episodes ❤

OMG am in love with Shikie's and Ivy's chemistry they way they finish each other sentences. And the way they are like you Will not speak about yourself like that 💕💕

Congratulations, Lorna! About the breastfeeding and whether you may put on weight, it depends on your body, even if you’re breastfeeding. The thing is to learn your body and eat accordingly. Some people are blessed to lose weight when breastfeeding and some simply are not. The most important thing is to eat nutritious food in controlled portions and drink plenty of water

Recently I was having a conversation with my boyfriend about how I'd like to have 5 kids if it will be possible once we get married. I'm currently 27... Nimeskia hizi story mumeongea hapo & I called myself for a meeting & was like "sis, just take it a step at time. Don't tear yourself apart trying to achieve a goal that could ruin you completely!" Thanks a bunch for the reality check guys. Mad fucking respect to all mothers out there, wueh, y'all are the realest MVPs!! Alafu those mamas who have like 5, 6 kids & still look snatched, please realise heaven adores you 🥲🥲 Dear hubbies, please love, respect, care for, support, understand & appreciate your women. Being a wife & mother is one of the most challenging tasks on this planet aki. Listening to these women & what they've undergone & how strong they are & have to continue to be, aki let's give our women their flowers coz they truly truly deserve it. I'm happy for you babygirl lornzie. I wish you a safe, exciting & healthy pregnancy. God's love & blessings my darling 🤭😘

Yes, the stomach does go back to normal. I have 2 kids and I look better now than before the kids. Enjoy the babies

Ivy at 29:50 I'm screammminnnggggg! Ati "where is that sound coming from?" 🤣🤣🤣🤣

I agree blotting is so uncomfortable I'm on my first trimester and sometimes I ask how our mothers managed to get more than 4 kids I respect our mums more this is my second pregnancy and the experience is totally different.

Congratulations Lorna . My belly still black as hell and I had my first baby in March . Like Massy Arias I'm relatively fit but your core will never quite be the same.The Post Partum crying and depression wasn't discussed but it happens. Having a child in the diaspora is also an EXTREME SPORT. This Needs an episode on its own. No "nannies" or "House managers" here. I'm trying to find contact details to pitch a diaspora struggle episode & I'm not on insta. Do over 25 have an official email? It's not on the info

Unfortunately and sadly I have never been pregnant but THIS EPISODE HERE is one of the best so far -YOUR HONESTY AND HUMOUR so engaging and LOVE for your friend Lorna -so remarkable and lovely....awesome friendships and an example to all; so nice to let others know the truth, those planning or who will be pregnant in the future. I'm praying SAFE DELIVERY for you Lorna and HEALTHY BABY for your family (and as many babies as you wish)

Lorna will make an incredible mum, congrats to her 😊

Omg 😱 my Lonzie is pregnant!! M so happy for u may God bless and guide u through! U will have an easy one we declare

I looooooove the conversation😃❤❤ Authentic 💯💯 Things they dont tell you also...motherhood is tough..the sleepless nights when baby comes,the cracked/sore nipples bt most of all the most satisfying journey🥺🥺❤

Halfway through, what a cute episode!!!! Thoroughly enjoying 🤸🏾🤸🏾🤸🏾🤸🏾🤸🏾🤸🏾🤸🏾🤸🏾🤸🏾🤸🏾🤸🏾🤸🏾 Congrats Lorna 🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊

You guys have no idea how much we love you. May you always be there to give us incredible content+++. Here to learn and love💞🥰❤️

Lornzie has become so talkative these days love to see it

"where is the sound coming from?" I am on the floor 😂😂 aah@ just ivy😂😂😂

My namesake is with child🥳🥳🥳🥳💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽. I'm beyond happy for you mama!!!! When i saw your insta reel, i screamed and i've been waiting for something on youtube. That pellet poop is what we call "maltesers" or Type 1 in healthcare 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂. You ladies just cracked me up. Believe it or not, nurses and midwives rejoice everytime our constipated clients finally do a big soft poo. I'd rather my clients have the runs than be constipated. So best believe Lornzie, your doctor and midwife are probably waiting until you finally tell them your poop is soft again!😂😂😂😂

This is the best episode I have ever watched on over 25.... the laughter 😂

Am soo excited for you Lornzie, Am a first time mum too in my second trimester. Loving your conversations

I have laughed all through this episode. It’s important that we get real, honest and raw about pregnancy not to scare new mothers but to inform and “educate”. I wish I knew some of these things before because the character development that came from my pregnancy Weuh!!!! Ladies love your show.

Congratulations Lornzie, this episode has sent me back to the experiences, Lornzie your body will be fine, it won't be just like it was when you were a girl but it will be fine though it takes hard work..... Four babies later, my first born is 12 the last born(4th) is turning 4 and am still working super hard on the tummy....you will be fine enjoy the journey and the baby even more.... All the best

The episode was so nice!!! Aki do another one when Lorna is in her last trimester, it would be funny

A new mom in town is always an opportunity to learn, this conversation was enlightening and real. Shikie is coming to life and am here for it! I want to be as excited as Lorna for becoming a mom or I don't want it😅. I was a little bummed by the guilt and sex, it's so sad that women meek themselves available to their partners sexualy in such circumstances. This should be a whole conversation please, and another including men too. What does it say about society, women and men?

Congrats Lorna .....I really enjoyed this episode its so true on what's mentioned.(had a good laugh)...i was shocked that melasma can be in patches..( looked like someone beat me up😮‍💨/ pray you don't get any tooth issue because 🥲🥲 most medication is off limits

oh, i loved this. i was smiling the whole time. such a real and heart warming conversation. I am content and childfree at 40+ but it certainly warms my heart to see the excitement and hear about the experience. Wishing you the very best Lorna.

29.57 you will laugh your brains out and how miss tiramisu dint see it coming I tell you we have laughed at the same time the same kicheko for tears . This is good.

This whole episode my teeth were out 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂... everytime I hear pregnancy stories I'm more sure I can't can...Ivy pitisha hiyo kitu cause wuueh...but it's good that this is here permanently for us for present and future mums..also helping other women know they didn't go through weird stuff alone...and for men to understand that it's part of the package cause I'm definitely forcing somebody's son to watch this when the time comes..

Related to 99 percent of every thing aki I've laughed almost through the whole video 😂😂. Love ya'll ❤ congratulations Lornzie. Praying a safe delivery, healthy and happy baby😊😚

Lornzie with a different kind of glow✨😍 even the smile got bigger😊😄😂😂, kumbe Issa motherhood thing walahi. Hongera🎉🎉👏🏾💐💐, how lovely to see Ivy and Shikie with the support💯. Jules😘 tumekuhata sana.

I have learnt samething on motherhood. I didn't want to have babies but now I definitely want one. Safe pregnancy sweetie

I once took my baby to work when she was 7 months and let me tell you!!!!! The side eyes i got!! Like i couldn't hold my shit together! Weeeeuh but i worked and got out with my cheque!!! People esp. Women need to just be kind

Congratulations Lornzie. So excited and happy for u. As if it were my own bump 🎊

I like how nothing is scary for Lornzie! I think cause both Ivy and Shikie and just fabulous mom's

Congratulations to my all time fav Lornzie. I'm so happy for you, you'll be okay❤️

Guys…this has taken me back. Fond memories of pregnancy journey. Beautiful

Yeeeeeh,,our girl is paged,,congratulations Lorna

Congratulations Lornzie. You will be such a great mom ❤️.

Congratulations to you Lorna😊.Ivy your hilarious.Awesome episode 👏

Awwww! What a cute reveal. I wish Lorna the smoothest ride possible, also, the P in FUPA is pubic. Fat Upper Pubic Area😂😂.

Congratulations Lorna! Wishing you a wonderful journey... You look super. I can relate to most of the things you're talking about... currently carrying my 2nd...and the pregnancies are very different. I now hope the girls can tell what to expect during your 4th trimester(when baby is here) There are soooo many things one isn't told. You'll be a fine Mama! Sending Love

This episode ended being so hilarious 🤣🤣🤣🤣 I can't with you girls

Congratulations to Lorna 🎉 safe journey. So much fun

This episode was hilarious! Lornzie you look cute, congratulations! I miss being pregnant, loved it except for the swollen feet. My belly button completely unraveled yawning n now I still have a tiny hernia. Halafu guys it’s abdomen not stomach lol!

Congratulations gal…it’s not an easy journey but it’s worth it…esp heartburn n that strange taste in ur mouth always

The Tetanus toxoid vaccine is very necessary for a pregnant woman and mostly aimed at neonatal Tetanus which is critical,all in all darling Lorna we wish you a smooth pregnancy.Much love Over25💖

This made me realise just how different everyone's experience is! I need to do one of these with other women (or invite me for the next one just before Lorna delivers 😄) Also, congratulations Lorna, please enjoy the pregnancy perks. Actually, misuse them 🤣

This episode was so hilarious. It took me back to last year when I was pregnant with my first baby. Haha the hunger weuh! Also I had constipation but after birth and mine was a vaginal birth with an epidural but my doctor gave me a liquid drug called duplalac that helped with making my poop runny😁😂 so it helped with constipation but you dare not take it and leave the house because weuh it makes poop so watery when you have to go you go it's too watery you can't control the flow😁😂😂

Mmh suspected i was Pg but was contemplating getting the Test done .But what convinced me somehow is that i got super emotional, my neighbours cat passed Infront of me and reached the door before me.I was so pissed.I started crying real tears.when i came back to my senses i was wondering what just happened ,and what was all that crying for? Eventually i got the Tests done,and boy ooh boy,was having aversions,i couldn't stand meat,spinach,potatoes,strong spices esp onions,garlic.I would avoid Pasing near a restaurant.Get out of the hse when it was cooking time.I seemed to averse in almost everything i loved before.Then how did i survive ? My obygyn placed me on Vitamin Supplements.The good thing i could compromise some dairy products which After sometimes quickly started hating them.Luckily i loved fruits ..my day to day.i would take them anytime and all the time i wasn't too tired or sleeping.after some days i would hate them again and because i had limited food options i would try to Play around and introduce new ones(then quickly get tired of them)thanks internet would learn new recipes.As a foodie I suffered a lot .75%of my day was sleeping,for the 25% i would put an Alarm so that i atleast stay awake for some hours .I drafted a timetable with my to do list for the day and followed them strictly like eating times,showering,time for walks,time for meet up with friends which would last only for some Minutes or few hrs and appointments before getting super tired because i was constantly tired anyway, no Matter how long i slept and how many naps i took. . I used to love my fruits salty- cucumber infused in freshly squeezed lemon , unripe salted mangoes,salted pears,salted tomatoes. Salted lemon,salted oranges ,i even tried salted watermelon😂🤣The crunchines and the savoury taste was so fullfilling . My energy was so low and my only homework was to take care of myself-meaning i ensure i follow my to do list which i drafted a day before either myself or with the Help of my Partner . Respect to all mamas,and to those who slay and work the entire pregnancy ,hats off,i really don't know how you do IT.. you are geniuses for that.

Loved this episode! Congratulations Lorna!

My baby is 8wks i can relate with everything you saying. My challenge was having my baby when am covid positive and then it was cs and am all alone in the US it was crazy and still is though my partner is here.

Finally someone says it 😭😭.. the cramps Lorrddd I remember calling my doctor everytime asking are you sure this is not what a miscarriage is and he would be like relaxx they will continue for sometime..... I also couldn't eat in the first trimester bloating was very uncomfortable and at times painful..... The haemorrhoids don't go there 😭😭😭...... And the hunger Lord it's like an eating competition... Also I had issues with onions and I couldn't take meat at all .. . I respect mother's and motherhood ..... It's alot ....

Aki si ive laughed today🤣🤣. As a mum of 2, i could relate to every single thing 😅. Congratulations Lornzie. You have an amazing support system. Thanks girls for being so open and honest. Its important not to sugar coat pregnanacy and motherhood . These conversations are necessary 😊

I loved this episode. Thanks for being honest since most people don't talk about the challenges they go through.

Shikiie really enjoyed this conversation 😂😂

Yaaay! Congs Lonzie!!!!🥳🥳👏

Ivy is absolutely hilarious😂😂😂😂😂

I'm attentive wow informative.congs Lonzie the girls are happy and we feel it

i just love the ways ivy reacts to stuff...

Watching while in the loo🤭but it's the only place I have mommy time...😂 I'll change my habit. I can relate to everything you guys have discussed....bringing back so memories Thank you guys

Ivy, you was hilarious 😂😂😂 Interesting conversation girls.

CONGRATULATIONS!!! I feel that way now with just pms OMG I tell women and doctors they say I’m fine …I don’t think so No man no love why all the blessed symptoms!!??? Now I will be open for twins so maybe this is the set up. When I’m struggling I say I’m being prepared 🫠🥹🫣

I really love how Lornzie is excited about her pregnancy.. She is soo bubbly & happy. I love this for her.... Anyway ladies how did you get rid of tummy stretchmarrks after giving birth cause wueh😪

Yeeeeeey Congratulations Lornzie. I can relate with everything in this episode

i dont know why but this whole conversation was therapeutic

20 minutes in and you all are affirming my decision to be a mother by association 😂

I want to be a twin parent like Ivy

My biggest shock was how painful it was the first few weeks of breastfeeding. Everywhere you look people talk about how beautiful t breastfeeding is, the bonding it creates bla bla bla….but no one prepares you for the nipple cracks, the non-latching baby because the nipples are too big/small, the swelling of the breasts and nipples……uuii!!! Let me not even think about it! I had to have my aftercare midwife and a lactation specialist on call before I could psyche myself enough to go through with it!!.

I've laughed aki🤣🤣🤣 So relatable Congratulations Lornzie❤️

All mums,mums to be,mums with angels are camping here❤️

Ivy your facial expressions are killing me 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

Ivy clapping took me out😭🤣

Enjoyed this alot..... congratulations Lorna

Congratulations Lorna ❤....she is giving me baby fever 😊

The bloating part😭😭 I've never been pregnant but I suffered that early this year. Every sleeping position made it more painful, sitting was excruciating, I only wore deras and no undergarment. Luckily it just went away after a couple of days, Idk what caused it but i hope I never have to go through that ever again. Karibu nitoboe tumbo hadi gas itoke, WTF was that😭😭

Omg!!! My fave episode!!!!!! I could relate in soooooo many levels!!! 🤣🤣

in the US I believe the Tdap shot is given for the pertussis part not the tetanus part but it's a combination vaccine so it includes both