The Search for a Positive Pregnancy

Today I did some soul searching. I just felt as though I wanted more for my life. I am so tired of settling. I want my dreams to come true and to live life to it's fullest. I had that dream before the baby and half heartedly pursued it. But now I have every reason to chase after.

I realized in my sould searching that I feel a missing joy and excitement that I always envisioned with my first pregnancy. I want that!!! I have been so caught up in my hormones, worrying about others judging me, and just trying to survive. I have been caught up in the fact that many people around me are disappointed I got pregnant before marriage. I can't bring a baby into the world like that. I can't bring a baby into the world being worried and concerned with everyone not being happy as they would if I were married.

So I have decided right here and now to make this the most enjoyable, positive, and adventurous pregnancy. I had an eye opening moment today at the pregnancy resources center in my town. The lady who was talking to me and walking through the class with me is pregnant as well. As we were talking I felt such joy being open and positive about that baby. I knew then and there I wanted that all the time. I know not everyone in my life can get on board but just ignore my glowing vibes!

So I thought you know of course the best way to be positive abot my pregnancy is to surround myself with other expecting mothers. I searched all day for Birth Classes, Pregnancy Workout Groups, Doulas, and Pregnancy Support Groups. Unfortunately my schedule works doesn't work with the maybe 3 possibilities I found. I couldn't find anything to easily fill this need of mine. I jumped on pinterest with high hopes of an answer and found NOTHING.

Instead of falling into the trap of defeat and crying/eating my sorrow away; I decided I would make it my goal to find out how to have the most enjoyable and positive pregnancy I can!

So I encourage you to tune into my life and follow this journey of mine. In hopes you may one day help someone have a positve pregnancy when the odds are against her.