Many Mommies To Be can attest to the roller coaster of emotions associated with the excitement and trepidation that goes with preparing for parenthood. With so many items to check off the growing “to do list,” and the effort that goes in to executing your day to day responsibilities of work, relationships, cooking, cleaning and errands, the mere thought of morning sickness, baby registries and back pain can overwhelm even the most organized and in control woman.
Even when it feels like you are in a race with time, try to put down your phone, step away from your computer and surrender to your surmounting list of “to do’s.” Take a slow cleansing breath and remind yourself what it is your are so frantically preparing for: The newest arrival to your family.
It is so easy and quite common to get caught up in the moment and forget to make the time to truly understand and appreciate the miracle taking place in your body. Continue Reading