The Gas

     The whole point of this blog is to provide an opportunity for men (or women) to talk about the beautiful and wonderful (read "freaky") changes that happen in women during pregnancy. One of the most fantastic (and freaky) goings on happen within the bowels. Gas O'plenty!
     I know a couple who claims to have never farted in front of each other; even though they've been married for 20+ years. I think I farted on our first date. But now, she has an excuse. Now, progesterone is causing her body to digest her food slower in order to give the baby more time to get nutrients. Other than a handful of things she may do to relieve her gas pains, the only thing we can do is make them feel at ease. The only way I know how to do that is to be the first to fart. Then it's just a matter of keeping the proverbial door open and giving her permission.
~ND~


P.S. By the way, one of the best ways to relieve gas pain is to stick your butt in the air and your head on the ground. Don't take my word for it, give it a shot.