hen she’s not scheming as Sami on
Days of our Lives or supporting contestants on
The Biggest Loser, Alison Sweeney is hanging out with 3½ year old Ben, warding off morning sickness with Cheerios, and trying to squeeze in a nap.
The Cradle:
Congratulations on your second pregnancy! Since you’ve “been there, done that," what are you doing differently this time around? Alison Sweeney: Well, each pregnancy is a completely different experience – as I’m reminded, every day! I definitely thought I knew the deal, and was quickly caught off guard by lots of different, new symptoms for me. For example, I’ve had a lot more morning sickness this time, which has been a struggle. Thank God for Cheerios; the only thing I wanted to eat!
The Cradle: Your little boy is now 3½ years old – how does it feel knowing that you’re going back into the newborn world again? AS: Even though Ben is only 3½ , it seems like forever since I’ve dealt with a newborn! I’m re-reading all the pregnancy books and new parent books to refresh my memory. I am looking forward to seeing Ben’s reaction to the new baby; I think that will make this whole experience completely new and different for us.
The Cradle:
Being that you’re a host for a show about weight loss (as well as an actress on a popular soap opera), do you feel the pressure to look a certain way during this pregnancy? AS: It is always difficult when you’re pregnant to deal with body image. There are some (very lucky) women who don’t seem pregnant at all except for their "bump." I am not like that! I have been maintaining my workouts and trying to not give in to the cravings – not just for my figure, but for the health of the baby. But there are times when you have to relax and enjoy this different experience, keeping in mind that it’s not permanent!
