How to Nurture Your Friendships While Preparing for Your Next Big Adventure

Alright, mama-to-be, you're in the third trimester, practically a superhero with the power to create life, juggle emotional roller coasters, and still manage to find the bathroom 18 times a night. It's the ultimate multitasking assignment! But as you prepare to meet your little one, taking a moment to nurture another important relationship is necessary—your friendships. Yes, believe it or not, your BFF might be more important than your passport right now.

Think about it: there’s someone out there who knows you better than anyone, sends you pictures of Ryan Gosling when you’re sad, and never judges your ice cream-to-pickles consumption ratio. Navigating the choppy waters of new motherhood alongside them is going to require a game plan almost as intricate as packing for a European backpacking trip. And just like prepping for travel, keeping those friendships in good shape will be your rescue when you're knee-deep in diaper duty.

Step 1: Embrace the Art of the Baby Bump

Your growing belly is the ultimate bonding tool. Now is the perfect time to schedule a belly photo shoot with your BFF. Capture the hilarity and grace of teetering on the edge of ‘Is she smuggling a basketball or what?’ And, who needs a passport when your baby belly is the best souvenir you'll ever have?

News Flash: Your belly is not a crystal ball, but it sure can predict laughter!

While you're at it, suggest a “maternity and mimosa” day where you watch friends reruns and laugh about how your belly button looks like Joey’s second head. They'll appreciate the effort, and you'll

have amazing shared memories to look back on, (and maybe some less-than-flattering photos you can threaten to use as blackmail). Remember to check out Emamaco for those maternity leggings that stretch as much as your patience when answering "When's the baby due?"

Step 2: Communicate Like a Pro (without Losing Your Sanity)

Yes, you’re busy growing a human, but your thumbs can still text, right? Keep those lines of communication open. A funny meme, an inside joke, or even a simple “thinking of you” can go a long way. Your friend might not want to hear about your glucose test for the seventh time, but they love knowing they’re part of your life.

Pro Tip: Texting is like yoga for friendships, keeps them flexible and less prone to snapping!

Feeling too tired to text back? Emoji your way through. Friends appreciate a well-placed heart-eyed smiley, especially when the words “too exhausted to human today” follow. It’s okay if you can’t be the social butterfly you once were. Once your little one arrives, you can giggle over postpartum stories while you rock those Mum Tum Leggings.

Step 3: Deploy Strategic Silliness

Ever heard of "laughter therapy"? Your bestie is probably your number one therapist right now, ready with a silly story or a ridiculous Snapchat filter to turn any teary moment into a giggle fit. Plan a "best friend day" where the two of you just do all the things you love—wherever and whenever you want.

Laugh It Off: Froyo and Frappuccinos can solve even the biggest of baby brain blunders.

Play hilarious pregnancy games, have a sleepover on

the couch (let’s face it, bending down and getting up from your bed is basically a workout now), and talk about anything but baby names and nursery colors for a change. You’ll feel refreshed, engaged, and ready to take on whatever your partner quizzes about car seat installation. Then hit up Emamaco for the perfect leggings to match your refreshed attitude towards mayhem!

Step 4: Embrace the 'Me' and 'We' Time

Pamper sessions for two? Yes, please! Whether it's a mani-pedi or just a face mask night, remind your BFF that your friendship is pretty, too. Use these moments to cherish the "we" time before your world changes. Discussing every shade of nail polish might seem trivial, but it’s the ordinary things you remember later.

Essential Reminder: The glow isn't just from pregnancy—it's from the company you keep!

And let’s be real: painting your toenails at this stage involves geometry skills you never knew you had. What better excuse to call in a friend for both fashion advice and physical assistance? Spoil yourselves shamelessly while you can!

The Bittersweet Send-Off

When you're finally ready to set sail on the adventure of motherhood, know this: friendships and passport-length journeys have something in common—they require a little effort, a lot of love, and occasionally some leggings with enough stretch to accommodate every curve ball. Whether you're still in the pregnancy phase with maternity pants or transitioning post-birth in Mum Tum leggings, embracing your friends on this journey will be your lifeline.

Your friendship isn't just a chapter in the story of your life; it’s the co-author of your journey. So, as you nest in that oversized rocking chair or commandeer the couch with those trendy yet oh-so-comfy jeggings, tag your key character in the next big adventure—the grand debut of your little explorer!

And remember, when in doubt, dance it out with your BFF, laugh at everything, love fiercely, and never underestimate the power of a good pair of leggings.

Glam, Funny Sign-Off: Look out, universe! You're now armed with legging love, friend power, and an unstoppable sense of humor!

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