Overview of Call Her Daddy with Tay Lautner: The Realities of Pregnancy
In this candid and emotional conversation, Alex Cooper talks with Tay Lautner about the unfiltered realities of pregnancy, especially the first trimester. Tay opens up about finding out she was pregnant, the shock of learning they’re having a girl, and how pregnancy has affected her body image, mental health, appetite, energy, and relationship with Taylor Lautner. The episode is both funny and deeply honest, focusing on the gap between the “glowy” pregnancy image online and the messy, uncomfortable, and often isolating reality many women experience.
How Tay Found Out She Was Pregnant
- Tay explains that she and Taylor were not actively trying to conceive, but also not preventing it.
- Because her cycles are irregular due to PCOS/PMOS, she wasn’t immediately suspicious when her period was late.
- She took a pregnancy test before a microneedling appointment, expecting it to be negative.
- The test came back positive, and a second test confirmed it.
- Taylor found out after returning home from the butcher shop; she handed him the test directly.
- They did not find out together in the moment, but later shared the gender reveal experience.
- The baby is a girl.
The Hard Truth About the First Trimester
Nausea, food aversions, and survival mode
- Tay says the first trimester was brutal and describes it as “trauma”/“hell.”
- She experienced intense nausea and was constantly trying to manage symptoms.
- Food aversions were severe; for a stretch, she could mostly tolerate:
- crackers
- grilled cheese
- toast
- watermelon
- She craved cold foods and ice water, which is unusual for her.
- She describes pregnancy as making her feel like she was just trying to get through the day, not fully live it.
Physical changes and unexpected symptoms
- She notes surprises like:
- skin tags
- nipple changes
- heartburn
- pregnancy brain
- fast weight gain early on
- She says some body changes felt startling and hard to emotionally process.
Body Image, Comparison, and Mental Health
- Tay is very open about how pregnancy affected her self-image.
- She expected the “glowing” version of pregnancy seen online and in media, but instead felt uncomfortable, swollen, and unlike herself.
- She says people comment on pregnant bodies very freely, which can be hurtful and invasive.
- A low moment included crying while looking at herself in the mirror because she barely recognized her body.
- She shared that her mental state shifted dramatically during the first trimester, including feelings of being out of control physically and emotionally.
- Alex and Tay both emphasize that two things can be true:
- pregnancy is a gift
- pregnancy can also be physically and mentally hard
Taylor Lautner’s Support and Their Relationship
- Tay says Taylor has been incredibly supportive throughout pregnancy.
- Because she is usually independent, pregnancy forced her to rely on him more.
- That shift deepened her appreciation for him as a partner.
- She says Taylor often reassures her body image struggles with affirming comments like:
- “You’re not a big pregnant lady, you’re a pregnant lady.”
- They discuss how pregnancy has strengthened communication in their marriage.
- Tay acknowledges that she tends to “push things down,” but pregnancy hormones have made her more direct.
- Their goal is to maintain a healthy marriage and not lose sight of each other after the baby arrives.
Pregnancy, Parenting, and What Comes Next
Their parenting style
- Tay says she wants a close, trusting relationship with her children, but not necessarily to be their “best friend.”
- She wants them to feel comfortable coming to her with anything.
- She and Taylor already joke about which parent will be the “fun one” or the stricter one.
What kind of parents they’ll be
- Taylor is expected to be the parent who says “yes” more often.
- Tay expects she may be more of the disciplinarian as the kids get older.
- They both want their children to:
- play sports
- be active
- build confidence and grit
- avoid being overly dependent on technology
Interests and hopes for their kids
- Tay hopes their kids will try dance, sports, and maybe martial arts.
- Taylor’s background as a world champion martial artist came up as a fun possibility for future kid activities.
- They also talked about being the parents cheering from the sidelines and showing up fully for their children.
Notable Takeaways
- Pregnancy is not always glamorous: Tay’s honesty pushes back against the polished online version of pregnancy.
- Body changes can be emotionally intense: Even wanted pregnancies can bring fear, grief, and identity shifts.
- Support matters: Taylor’s presence helped Tay through difficult physical and mental moments.
- Communication is essential in marriage: Pregnancy highlighted how important it is to know each other’s conflict styles.
- Parenting is already on their minds: They’re intentionally thinking about the home environment they want to create.
Final Thought
This episode is a vulnerable, relatable look at pregnancy from someone living it in real time. Tay Lautner’s biggest message is that gratitude and struggle can coexist—and that women deserve space to tell the truth about pregnancy without being shamed for it.