Addressing Fears of Pregnancy and Motherhood

Girls, we often sell ourselves short. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard a woman express insecurities about her pregnancy, delivery or becoming a mom, and all I want to say is, “you will be great!” It’s time to give yourself a pep talk and face those fears head on. Here are some of the most common fears I’ve come across and reasons why you should throw them out the window and focus on the joy of meeting your baby instead. I need at least nine house of sleep. How am I going to function with a newborn? … Continue reading

Reflections on Transitioning from Pregnancy to Motherhood

I look back at blog entries I wrote when I was pregnant, as well as e-mails I sent my friends, and it’s clear that there were moments when I was so eager for pregnancy to end. I really enjoyed pregnancy for the most part, but near the end I became so sore and uncomfortable, and I could hardly contain my excitement to cradle my baby in my arms for the first time. As much as I was ready to become a mother, however, there are some things about pregnancy that I truly miss. I used to lay on my side … Continue reading

Expectations for Parenting

Have you thought about what it will be like once you have your baby? What will motherhood be like and what will it require? Is it really as bad as some people say? Is it really as wonderful as some people say? Will you be successful and what does that even mean? In reflecting back on my expectations for becoming a mom, I find that I was entirely wrong on all accounts. I knew I would love my child, but the scale and scope of what I anticipated was completely eclipsed by reality. I love him so much more than … Continue reading

When Weight Loss Affects Milk Supply

As wonderful as pregnancy is, most mothers will admit to feeling huge in months directly before and after giving birth. In my ninth month of pregnancy, I could not believe how big my belly had gotten or how swollen my ankles (or lack thereof) were. After I gave birth, I decided that there was no way I’d ever fit into my pre-pregnancy clothes; I was just too big. Sure, I’d lose most of the weight, but I’d never be as small as I once had been. Most of the time, it didn’t matter that much to me. I had a … Continue reading