My First Trimester | Fear of Sickness/Emetophobia | First Signs & Symptoms

Zoe: if you are pregnant, scared to have a baby, have emetaphobia
Me: *a 17 year old girl who’s watched Zoe for 6 years just excited for her to have a baby* 😌

Where are my fellow emetophobes at?🙋🏻‍♀️

No I am not pregnant. Yes I am very excited about this video

anyone else not pregnant or not even planning to have a baby but still excited too see Zoe's journey and their baby??

So many people with emetophobia, for once, I feel less alone in this big, big world!

Alfie: talking about s*x life
Zoe: „stop my nan is watching“ 😂😂

As someone with emetephobia, it is so relaxing and soothing to have a public figure that also struggles with emetephobia and is so public about it. So much love Zoe❤️

I’m not pregnant but I’ve got a massive fear of vomiting and always have. I grew up with a sister who dealt with eating disorders and a mother that doesn’t take sickness very seriously so I’ve always felt insane for fearing it so much. It’s so relieving to hear about people who are so afraid of it for a change

The way you described having emetophobia as looking at the pavement, almost searching for it, is so unbelievably accurate.

The way Alfie says “Thank you for growing the baby” to Zoe....that got me ❤️🥺

As a fellow emetaphobe I want to thank you for this so so much❤️

i’m 16, not pregnant, never had a child BUT i love zoe and i’m invested in this journey so i’m still watching!!!

Alfie talking about the non-existent sex life made me cry-laugh

I have Emetophobia too! Not only a fear of myself being sick but anyone around me too, which terrifies me for when I have a child, how will I cope when the child is sick?
It’s really nice to see someone else with the same phobia, and I look forward to following your journey with it ❤️

I am emetophobic, I've had three pregnancies and haven't been sick once 😌 I haven't been sick in around 13 years even when I've had food poisoning or bugs I've been fine. Emetophobia is so very limiting and there isn't enough awareness out there so thank you for this video.

I actually suffer from emetophobia and it makes me really scared to have a baby in the future.

I can’t even begin to verbalize how much it means to me that you talked about emetophobia. Just like you around 15 and 16 this intense fear of pregnancy and vomit popped up and still scares me to this day. As someone who wasn’t going to have kids because of all of this it means to much to me that you were able to get through it even if you didn’t get sick. Emetophobia is really not talked about in a lot of ways and having such a influential person that I look up to talk about it makes me so so so happy and honestly relieved that I’m not alone

When Alfie said “thank you for growing a baby”😢😢

Never been so excited for a youtuber to have a baby 🤩

I have a HUGE problem with my emetophobia!! So bad that I start panicking hard if someone gets motion sick or says they’re feeling nauseous! I also haven’t thrown up myself in over 10 years haha! So scared of the morning sickness part of having kids.

I have emetophobia. When I get nauseous I start stressing about it and feel even more sick from anxiety and get more anxious and so on to the point of just sitting still and not being able to move because I feel like even a little movement will make it worse - it's a horrifying vicious circle. I spoke with my therapist about it and her advice was to do breathing exercises and grounding meditation. It actually helped me in the moment of feeling nauseous to the point of stopping the nausea. I recommend trying it =)
It's nice to know there's someone among the youtubers I watch who has the same obscure fear of vomiting as me, lol.

I have emetophobia and am now 16 weeks pregnant! I’m one of those people who had terrible nausea but never actually got sick in the first trimester. For me it was knowing mentally that I wasn’t actually sick and that I didn’t need to be sick to feel better, it was just the way my body was reacting to my hormones that I think ultimately kept me from being sick. Like mentally I didn’t go there as a possibility. But anytime my nausea would get bad my heart rate would skyrocket as if I were having a panic attack as just my body’s anxiety response to that feeling. Very very odd and I’m glad it’s over now!

“My nan’s gonna watch this” oh that killed me 😂

wanted to add another positive story for those afraid, i’m 3 weeks out of my first trimester now and didn’t have an ounce of sickness or nausea! it IS possible to go through pregnancy without sickness, it’s just that the ones riddled with sickness that get more attention/press/depicted in films etc. you’ll be okay💗

I started crying during this video, not because it triggered me but because I’ve been suffering with emetaphobia for many years now and it’s really affected my anxiety and overall life. It’s really nice to hear someone say they have it and to talk about their experience with it. Thank you Zoe for sharing!xxx

people used to make fun of me when I said I was terrified of throwing up. I didn't realise it was a genuine phobia until you talked about it

I'm not here to convince anyone that the thing they're afraid of isn't scary.
But I am here to tell you that you're much stronger, braver, and more capable of handling things than you'll ever realise :)

Her voice sounds so much deeper

I have emetephobia but only in regards to others, I don’t mind when I’m sick myself. It’s been so hard since having a child. She’s had 3 stomach virus’ so far which has been extremely hard. I’m constantly worried about her eating too much and becoming sick, her getting car sick, if she toses and turns during the night I’m worried that means she’ll be sick. I can’t even take her to an indoor play centre as I know they are riddled with germs and that’s where she got her first stomach virus from. I’m anxious to send her to daycare in fear of the germs there. I can’t go to hospitals or out of a weekend in fear that others will be sick. I can’t go on public transport without having an anxiety attack. It’s so extreme and debilitating and I feel that people just don’t understand. It’s great to here from a public figure experiencing the same thing

„Or in the second trimester“ 😂 Zoe thank you so much for keeping that in! 😂

it really is so comforting seeing other people suffer with emetophobia, for sooo long i thought i was just weird but it’s nice seeing other people talk about their experiences, looking forward to watching this video

I'm 21, not pregnant never even thought about it. Only watching the video because of zoe because I've been watching her since I was 16 and it blows my mind how I've basically grew up watching her videos and she's having a baby now. Imma cry now. 🤧

I suffer from Emetophobia and I've been through two pregnancies. With my daughter I never had any signs of morning sickness and it really helped me relax. With my son I felt so sick from week 7 to 14. I was really scared that I would be sick but I wasn't. I knew what made me worse and better. It's tough but so worth it 😍

me, 19 years old, not pregnant or ever planning to have children, watching this because i love zoe so much ....

I had my son last October and I had a pretty rough first trimester. I have a slight fear of vomit and I did have HG. I was in and out of the hospital and lost 25 lbs in the first trimester. it was the most difficult thing I have ever been through. To any other women going through HG you’re not alone. I promise you will get through it and it is so rewarding to hold your baby at the end. Sending love to all the mamas 💕

When you said ‘I googled and searched ‘positive first trimester in pregnancy’ it triggered my Google Nest, and bellowed through the house ‘oh interesting, you want to know about being pregnant in the first trimester’ 😂 my mum, was very shocked and thought that was my way of revealing being pregnant 🤣

Loved this so very much 🥰 especially the last bit with Alfie ☺️ my husband would agree 😂😂 and I‘ve had two babies, girl and boy, and I‘ve not been sick once in my pregnancies even if I had the worst migraines of my life in one of the pregnancies 🙈 everything is possible, you will be okay and so will your baby... and you only get given what you can handle and grow from that - at least that’s what I believe in 🥰🙌🏼

Zoe definitely has the pregnancy glow😍

I’ve been following Zoe since she first started KRplus and always knew she had panic attacks and anxiety but I had NO idea it was from the exact same phobia that’s dominated my life since I was a child. This is so comforting to know that you have this fear and are still conquering the journey of motherhood. So incredibly happy for and proud of you! ❤️

As someone who has been dealing with an unknown illness which includes chronic nausea and loss of appetite, my fear of being sick has made my anxiety so bad. I’m not pregnant but I’m happy that more women have access to videos like this online! Luv ya Zoe I hope you and Alfie are doing well

I’m 22 and not thinking about having babies anytime soon but I also suffer with Emetophobia and this was was really reassuring, thank you☺️❤️

My mum had no sickness with me or my brother, she actually said she felt great all through both pregnancies and really enjoyed being pregnant which has been a huge reassurance for me, everyone has a different experience but there are so many positive experiences too

As someone else who has emetophobia I just want to applaud you for your bravery in trying for a baby 💗 that is a huge accomplishment just in itself 💗 xx

As someone who has emetophobia, I am so grateful for this video! So I just want to say thank you so much for speaking about this ❤️

Can’t believe your now pregnant and starting a family ,it’s unreal I remember the first time you started KRplus lol good luck 🤞🏻❤️

My husband and I have been trying for a couple months now and I have had the biggest fear of throwing up my entire life. I honestly thought I was the only person to feel this way. So thank you, this definitely made me feel better.

I am not even close to even getting a boyfriend, but i am watching every video made by Zoe, because my teenage years were way much better with her and it's so amazing as a 27 years old to grow and mature with Zoe 🥰 the news of your getting pregnant made me tear up

If you’re reading this comment remember how amazing you are, stay safe and whatever you’re going through will work out in the end and have a great day/night! From a small KRplus channel x

Zoe is so luckily to have Alfie as a partner how he puts her needs before his own! But they really are going to be the best parents ❤️❤️

I just want to say THANK YOU! I never knew you had emetophobia, as someone with this phobia I want to say you reassured me even without being pregnant as I never wanted children because of this. You’ve helped me more (cbt) wise in this video than any therapist in the 7 years I’ve had this, so I want to say thank you and bless be to you and your baby ❤️

okay i'm not even close to the point in my life where i would want to be pregnant but having severe emetophobia and desperately eager to become a mother when i'm ready, this is quite literally the most perfect video for me out there. thank u so much for this zoe

Last time Zoe uploaded I was eating a dominos and this time I've got fish and chips .... Catch me getting more takeaways now 😂

I’m someone who also has Emetophobia and can relate to everything you were saying. You worded it so perfectly, and hearing your perspective just made me feel less alone. Thank you. Sending love Zoe xxx

I’m not pregnant but feel like i’ve waited for this video! So invested and excited for you guys! 🧡🧡🧡

Watching Zoe is like watching an old friend sharing his precious life moment with you when you feel your whole heart is filling with happiness

i was surprised but also excited to see it's one hour worth of vlog

Thank you thank you thank you about sharing about your emetephobia. You’re the only person I know besides on online forums that has/talked about emetephobia. This has been such a deep concern of mine for so many years and your video has helped to bring reality

MY CHILDHOOD SELF IS SO SO HAPPY AND EXCITED TO BE SHARING THIS JOURNEY WITH HER

Wishing you a happy and healthy pregnancy 🤍🤍

I just finished watching Alfie’s recent vlog, perfect timing, thanks Zoe :)

I don't plan to have kids, but still watched all of this at full attention. I'm so happy for you guys!

Aw this is beautiful. Sending you love through this amazing journey.

Thank you for still posting whilst pregnant! Much appreciated by everyone ♡

How lovely is to think that your baby girl will get to watch this one day and see the joy and excitement in your eyes!

Yesss. A 58 minute video. She really does treat us xxx

I am just so happy for them!! The little girl is going to be so loved 💗🥰🌸🌷🌺

I’ve been watching you since I was 12!! This is amazing, so happy for you Zoe❣️

i’ve been watching your videos for so long, you have NO IDEA how excited i am for you and Alfie. 🥺♥️ you’re gonna be great parents and i wish all three of you nothing but health and happiness!!! xx

“I’m cutting that out! My nan watches these videos!” awww, she definitely knows how that baby came to be! 😂Nothing to be embarrassed about haha!

Im no where close to this point in my life personally but I get so excited to see Zoe’s take on pregnancy

So excited for this!! Hope this pregnancy goes smoothly for you and wish you and Alfie and baby girl all the positive vibes💗

Hey Zoe! Thank you for posting! It always makes my day to see you on my screen! I love you so much, I have loved your videos since the beginning, I feel like we have grown up together even though I’m a little younger than you. It’s really cool to see you doing all the things I will also be doing soon and your videos have and will help me through so much 🥰❤️❤️❤️

I’m currently going through pretty bad morning sickness. I cannot tell you how relatable this was! My husband is doing everything and the frustration of physically not being able to do anything is so strong! I’m like you waiting for the second trimester 🙏

me watching this at 18 with no plans on having a baby anytime soon but watching because Zoe is literally my comfort blanket!!

I appreciate this so much as my pregnancies were all exactly like this and it was SO HARD to see “everyone else” just celebrating and enjoying every minute of their pregnancy and wondering why my body wasn’t like that!

Thanks for sharing! I am so happy you are feeling better!

I’m so happy that you were able to move past some of your anxiety! At the end you were talking about how your personality was dampened due to the pregnancy and what it took out of you. I have had chronic illnesses for 12 years (I’m 26) and that is the first time I’ve heard someone explain how I feel everyday. I’m not the person I used to be and will never be again...

Literally, Emetophobia is the WORST. I've suffered with it pretty much all my life and I used to want to be a Doctor and now I feel like I can't because of vomit along with having kids I've always wanted to but since my phobia's been getting worse I don't know if I want them. So that's fun 👍

Fellow emetophobia this was amazing. Sending so much love to you.

Thank you so much for discussing this, It is my main fear and limiting factor in pregnancy and hearing your experiences has eased a lot of worries and I feel less crazy. It definitely is the lack of control that is the stem of the fear for me but hearing you say that most of your anxiety had something to do with emetophobia made me almost smile as I have never heard someone put into words how I feel myself. thank you for this video truly.

I love how, when I saw this video, I immediately paused and grabbed myself some tea and a snack and when I pressed play you also told everyone to do so

So excited to watch, you’re gunna be amazing parents 🙂🤍

Just found out I’m 4 weeks!! Thanks for this video Zoe! Wishing you the absolute best!!

this entire video warmed my heart 🥺 growing up watching you two and now seeing how much your relationship has grown is just wow ❤️

Just wanted to say congrats Zoe! Sending you and Alf all the love as you embark on this exciting next chapter. It’s been amazing growing up alongside you xxx - love from Canada!

I actually loved that you didn’t cut that out. It’s something many think about and feel bad about. So I definitely feel that it’s a good point to talk about. At least for the couple going trough it.
I hope the rest of your pregnancy will go wonderfully and bring joy to you both.
Much love.

A long Zoë upload is what we all needed on this bank holiday 💕

Thank you for this Zoe, love your realness and honesty.
Pregnancy can be tough, it zapped the life out of me and I suffered with HG. It is worth every second in the end when they arrive though 😊 sending love to you and your little family xxx

Never been this early and never been this excited for a youtuber before but honestly cant wait!!

YOU HAVE NO IDEA I HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS MOMENT SINCE THE FIRST VIDEO YOU AND ALFIE DID TOGETHER!

Zoe has been posting sm I’m so happy

Thanks for mentioning emetophobia in the title of this video. It means I can watch it tomorrow when I’m feeling less anxious😀

Finally the video we all have been waiting for 💗✨

Yaaaaay! Thank you for sharing! So happy for you guys...y'all are gonna be THE best parents

I struggle massively with emetophobia and I know one day I’d love a family of my own if I can. This video has been amazing because I was getting to the point where I honestly thought my only option would be adoption or surrogacy. I’m so glad you’ve made this video, thank you so much x

hello zoe, ive been so happy every time your notification comes up!

Thank you so much for talking about the Emetophobia aspect. I’m only 17 but my dream is to have children and the thought of having to go through morning sickness really troubled me. I definitely won’t be having kids for a long time, but this was so reassuring!!

i cannot tell you how excited i am to watch this. still feels surreal that your pregnant!! ❤️❤️

So so happy for you and Alfie!

What a wonderful surprise for a Monday!! Congratulations Zoe!! I just absolutely love you and I am over the moon that your going to have a baby!! Your going to be an amazing mom. I have 2 children that are now 18 and 21 and your going to love being a mom!! ❤️❤️❤️