I’m pregnant. What now?

I’m about 5 weeks pregnant in this photo. I’d just found out the night before. My first reaction was excitement. Followed by fear. Then guilt. This pregnancy was so, so wanted so why didn’t I only feel pure elation? What did it mean? Did this make me a bad mum already?

When I look at this photo now I feel a bit sad. Nobody else would notice but what I see is a forced smile, tight shoulders and a million worries.

I feel a bit nervous sharing this but I think it’s so important that we talk about it. Because I know I’m not alone. Because it’s totally normal. You’re human, your hormones are doing all sorts of crazy and wonderful things and let’s not forget, your whole world is about to change.

I decided to take some control. That I wanted to give myself permission to actually enjoy this pregnancy. That I wanted to start motherhood off in the best possible headspace.

So that’s what I did. I took a Hypnobirthing class and I’ve never looked backed. It changed everything for me. It made me see that I truly could do anything I put my mind to. That it was ok to feel however I did in that moment. That looking after myself was important - not just for me but for my baby.

Now I have the wonderful job of helping others feel the same. To help them move past their fears and actually enjoy their pregnancy. I totally love it (have I mentioned that? 😂).

Katy

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