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“I’ve Lost 11 Pounds and Had to Get Two Shots + IV”: Olympic Medalist MyKayla Skinner Opens Up on Pregnancy Struggles

Published 03/26/2023, 6:13 AM EDT

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Gymnastics ace, Kayla Skinner is breaking the internet with her latest update. She and her husband, who competed in the reality series American Ninja Warrior, Jonas Harmer are soon to be parents. The couple is expecting their foremost child and Skinner is already 13 weeks far along. In an Instagram story posted 15 hours ago, the Olympian shared an elaborate note describing her pregnancy experience.

She put in minute details of her journey that hinted at her exhilaration of being a mother. Let’s take a look at how she explained her journey.  

Kayla Skinner enlightens fans with her new phase of life

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As revealed in the social media update, the 26-year-old athlete deliberated an honest response to her fan’s query. The gymnast opened the floor with her first story that said, “I know you guys probably have so many questions… ask away.” Shortly after, a simple question followed that asked, “how are you feeling.” It was evident from her reply that the phase was not all rosy. “I’ve lost 11 pounds and had to get two shots + IV,” Skinner insinuated. 

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Furthermore, she disclosed that she had been “throwing up” until the last few days and suffered a significant weight loss. Therefore, the 5’1” gymnast stated, “Starting at 6 weeks I started getting really sick!” Fortunately, Skinner’s health is stable now and she is over the moon stepping into her new chapter of life. “I’m so excited to be a mom and to experience this whole process. Just taking it one day at a time,” she mindfully shared. Moreover, the story presented an appealing capture in the backdrop, featuring her and Harmer. 

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It’s been only a day since the couple broke the news to their fans. They posted stills from a lively photoshoot dedicated to the occasion. Interestingly, the pictures featured sonograms of their new one. 

MyKayla Skinner graduates from an Olympian to a new mother

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In the Instagram post yesterday, Skinner dropped the bomb on her followers. She admitted to keeping it a secret for a while now. However, it was time for them to know that they “are going to be parents!” 

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Reportedly, the couple shall be expecting their baby Harmer around September this year. “We are so excited for this new chapter and couldn’t be more blessed….,” she wrote in the caption. Hence, the comments section overflowed with blessings and excitement. 

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Skinner rose to fame after she dethroned gymnast icon, Simone Biles at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. It vaulted her to lifelong glory and recognition. Now, she is looking forward to this new chapter and the sports community can’t help but be thrilled! 

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Tiyasa Biswas

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Tiyasa is a US Sports author for Essentially Sports. She charts her journey in the sporting world right from her childhood. A basketball player all through her high school and college days, Tiyasa looks up to Michael Jordan as her idol, and reveres the Mamba Mindset.
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Jahnabi Choudhury