I’ve never trustedmyself in life until now.
I’m in a loving, long-term relationship with my best friend in the universe.
I’ve traveled, moved, and taken care of myself and others.
Still, up until now, I’ve neverfullytrusted myself with my decisions or happiness.
Morning sickness, fatigue, and loss of appetite also came down on me like an avalanche.
I always thought the day I learned I was pregnant would open a dumpster fire of second-guessing and self-doubt.
Aimee Simeon
Pregnancy is challenging and looks different for everyone.
Reminding myself that these phases will evolve has helped me work through them.
I’ve used moments of uncertainty to better inform and educate my decisions.
Aimee Simeon
I’ve found this step critical in evolving during these past months.
One year before getting pregnant, I was diagnosed with PCOS.
I discovered the healing powers of therapy, acupuncture, and movement tapping as a release.
Having a new family member in our household will mean less solo time for the foreseeable future.
Rubenstein says movement is beneficial, but you aren’t limited to just working out.
“Take time for yourself and do things you enjoy.
I’m grateful to my body for allowing me to be healthy enough to have made it this far.
I realize this is a huge privilege I do not take for granted.
Relinquish Self-Doubt
Before this current chapter in my life, self-reassurance was something I lacked.
Pregnancy has taught me the most beautiful lesson that I am in control of nothing but myself.
Instead, it’s taught me to relinquish doubt and embrace control by loving myself.
