Ricki Maynard Johnson Gets Real About the Quirky Side of Pregnancy: Embracing the ‘Pregnancy Nose’

Expecting her first child, Ricki Maynard Johnson, daughter of reality TV favorite Emily Maynard, is proving to be just as captivating and refreshingly honest as her mom. Taking to TikTok, Ricki recently gave her followers a candid, humorous glimpse into the less-glamorous, yet widely relatable, side of pregnancy: the infamous “pregnancy nose.”

In a TikTok video that quickly resonated with many, Ricki didn’t hold back, declaring, “My nose has grown so much!” She highlighted how her nose seemed to widen, creating a noticeable shift in her facial features.

While acknowledging it’s a temporary change, she confessed, “I’m trying to embrace it, but it’s hard.” Her candidness offered a comforting nod to other expectant mothers who often experience similar, yet rarely discussed, physical transformations.

The “pregnancy nose,” a phenomenon caused by increased blood flow and fluid retention, is just one of the many body changes Ricki has encountered.

Beyond her evolving nose, she also playfully touched upon the less-than-glamorous reality of swollen feet, a common companion for many mothers-to-be.

Ricki, who tied the knot with her husband Tyler Johnson in October 2023, initially shared her joyous pregnancy news in March, posting an adorable video of their gender reveal.

Her mother, Emily Maynard Johnson—known for her turns on The Bachelor and The Bachelorette—is no stranger to the joys and challenges of motherhood, with five children of her own. Emily has openly expressed her immense excitement about becoming a grandmother for the first time, frequently sharing her anticipation on social media.

As Ricki navigates the final stages of her first pregnancy, her openness about these unique experiences, from the surprising “pregnancy nose” to swollen ankles, provides a valuable and often humorous perspective.

Her willingness to share these candid moments makes her journey incredibly relatable, reminding us that while pregnancy is a beautiful miracle, it’s also a time of unexpected, often quirky, physical changes that are best met with honesty and a good sense of humor.