The morning sickness and nausea were constant, I barely ate, I was exhausted all the time and since I wasn’t really gaining much weight, everyone thought I was just being lazy and grouchy. (Hey, it takes a lot to create a human! Take it easy on me!) When I wasn’t worrying about pregnancy loss, I was worrying about becoming a mother. Was I really ready? Would I know what to do? What would the labor be like? What if something went wrong? The anxiety would build and build until I found it hard to breathe. Saying at least one of the following affirmations every day of pregnancy (either in my head or out loud) ultimately helped me overcome anxiety to release the old, welcome the new, and surround myself with positivity as my baby grew: Personally, I found that television was very toxic—especially shows that focused on death or destruction. I instead focused on only allowing positivity around me, as I created a safe space for me, my family, and my child. People might think I’m crazy, but I fully believe your connection begins much earlier than the moment you hold the little child in your arms. Every day the connection grows stronger, and this affirmation reminded me of that. If you seek a certain type of birth, I’d recommend writing it down and then reading it to yourself as an affirmation. It will keep you feeling powerful instead of powerless.
