tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7535369060577979748.post1353452155202973992..comments2023-05-27T03:02:57.018-07:00Comments on Welcome to my life: My emotional pregnancy journey {Part 1}Amandahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15475894996684337257noreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7535369060577979748.post-83168574809469086522013-10-07T07:50:37.466-07:002013-10-07T07:50:37.466-07:00Of course you know I am one of those who struggled...Of course you know I am one of those who struggled to get pregnant, but I would NEVER judge you for feeling the way you do. I think it's a roller coaster of emotion for everyone in their own way. Sometimes I think for people like me, who tried for years to get pregnant, having those negative emotions or fears can feel even worse because you're "not supposed" to feel that way. <br /><br />But, as much as I am excited to have our son, I am scared just the same as you. I don't really love being pregnant, I just want the end result. :) Just this morning my husband asked "do you love your belly?" and I was like "um, no" haha. I love what's inside but I don't like the giant belly, the sciatic pain, the no alcohol, the fat legs I'm getting... haha you get the point. <br /><br />I'm sure that you will just LOVE your daughter when she's here. I've heard what some of the others commented, that sometimes that bond doesn't come right away, but it will come. Don't worry. The best thing you can do is be honest!Stephaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08710512948479683834noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7535369060577979748.post-82614157941316862642013-10-04T08:16:30.901-07:002013-10-04T08:16:30.901-07:00You know, I've never been a fan of pregnancy. ...You know, I've never been a fan of pregnancy. Yes it's a miracle, but it can also be awful. Personally, I've never glowed.<br /><br />It's common for you to not connect with the baby until after birth. My mom and I have talked a few times about how she felt disconnected from Kristin until about two months after she was born. And of course, as we all know, now Kristin is her favorite. :) You're not alone.<br /><br />Kids 'need' a lot less than our culture would have you believe. They need a loving, stable family, food, clothes, and a place to live. Also diapers. Seriously, as long as you have a loving home your kids will turn out fine. <br /><br />I am often a terrible mother. For real. At the same time, I am often a freaking rockstar mother. We're all both. As long as you're trying, you'll make it through.<br /><br />Thinking of you! I won't say don't worry, because that's part of parenthood, but I will say don't panic, because you are awesome and you are strong enough to do this! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09610208332113861702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7535369060577979748.post-30133503847355492672013-10-03T11:30:33.594-07:002013-10-03T11:30:33.594-07:00Oh girlie, you are not alone! I promise! So many...Oh girlie, you are not alone! I promise! So many mommies feel overwhelmed and terrified of all that comes w/ having a baby. You are right to be worried and to be realistic. You are also right to tell your husband and midwife, don't keep it all bottled up b/c it's not good for you or the baby. I didn't feel a connection with our first until a couple weeks after he was born. Talk about feeling like a horrible person! <br /><br />As for the money, you're right - it's expensive. Somehow it all works out. I don't know how but it does. Again, I promise!<br /><br />Hang in there and lean on your husband, you're in this together! Remember that at all times, you're not in this alone, this is s/t you're both going through together!<br /><br />Erinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11530361814272535547noreply@blogger.com