Pregnant & Mermaiding-- Can You?

[Fathom delMar]

Ok, so I searched all over the forum and had NO idea where to put this... hope it's ok to post here. What do you guys think about mermaiding while pregnant? Would you? Have you? What were your experiences? Do you wish you *hadn't*? What kind of gigs did you do/do you think would be best for an expecting mermaid? Would you only do dry gigs, or would you do water gigs too? I know that swimming is highly recommended during pregnancy, but what about breath holding, and tail-wearing? From my midwifery studies, I know that in the early weeks embryos do not get a lot of oxygen, and that there have been studies showing that fetuses can go 30 minutes without oxygen with no adverse affects (such as brain damage) due to their blood cells being slightly different than non-fetal blood cells, thus being capable of holding more oxygen. But what are your thoughts/opinions/experiences?

[AniaR]

I had the woman who did splash too on FB for a while, she was pregnant when she filmed it. Mahina mermaid did a bunch of mermaid stuff while she was pregnant. Kariel did some when she was pregnant. Dottie did some photo shoots. And I think Dana Mermaid has done photo shoots with pregnant women under water. Obviously, always ask a doctor, and maybe a scuba instructor. But I think most physical activity is encouraged during pregnancy if the person is not at high risk.

[Mermaid Varshana]

*googles those people*

if there was ever an argument that pregnancy doesn't necessarily ruin a woman, there is that.

[Blondie]

Dottie was a pregnant mer! You should ask her!

[Littery]

Absolutely, you can practice mermaiding while pregnant, but it's important to listen to your body and consult your healthcare provider first. Many pregnant women find swimming to be a fantastic, low-impact exercise that helps alleviate some pregnancy discomforts. Mermaiding can be a fun way to stay active, provided you're careful and avoid strenuous maneuvers. As for gift ideas, have you considered a pregnancy box subscription? These boxes like from tom to mom (https://tumtomom.com/) are tailored for expectant mothers, offering a variety of products each month to pamper and support them through their pregnancy journey. It's a thoughtful and practical gift that can make the experience even more special.