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The kind of thoughts that go around in your mind can impact you significantly. It sets the tone for the rest of the day and has the power to make or break you. So, it is essential to constantly reassure yourself and fill your mind with positive thoughts, particularly when you seem to be slipping into a vortex of negativity.
It is common to experience anxiety, worry, fear, sadness, and hopelessness when pregnant. Positive affirmations can help make your pregnancy journey a lot more joyful. We’ve listed five wonderful affirmations that you can use throughout your pregnancy!
Why Are Affirmations Important?
Affirmations are self-talk but with a good amount of positivity. The idea of telling yourself something constantly may seem like a load of mumbo jumbo, but the truth is that there is a science behind it. Our brains can do something extraordinary, known as neuroplasticity — it can adapt to change. In other words, the human brain can reorganize itself (1). And one way to do this is through affirmations.
Several schools of thought agree that continually reminding yourself of something and affirming certain things can manifest itself into reality (as long as it is within the realm of possibility). Pregnant women are filled with apprehension and worry, so affirmations can help ease out all that tension. Without further ado, let’s get started:
1. “I Am Beautiful”
Many pregnant women find it hard to come to terms with the changes in their bodies during pregnancy. We’re so obsessed with the way society has defined beauty that we struggle with anything that does not fall within the “acceptable” bracket. But the truth is that our bodies are gorgeous — so much so that they can carry and nurture a beautiful human being! You may not look the same way as you did before your pregnancy, but you are no less beautiful! So, repeat this affirmation every single time, particularly on the difficult days when it is a little hard to believe.
2. “I Will Be A Great Mother”
It’s safe to say that being a mother is one of the most challenging things one has to do. Although joyful, rewarding, and profound, motherhood also involves sacrifice, pain, and frustration. It is natural for you to question your ability to be a good mother. Several women freak out when they realize that they’re about to have a baby and become a mother — it is, after all, a huge shift in your identity. However, you must know that no one comes prepared to be a mother. What matters is that you do your best. So, tell yourself this every time you are doubtful about your role as a mother.
3. “I Embrace The Journey Of Childbirth”
Let’s face it — it doesn’t matter how much of a daredevil we are usually, but when it comes to childbirth, we all pretty much freak out. Giving birth to a watermelon-sized human is no easy feat, and it involves a good amount of mental and physical pain and trauma. It’s okay to be anxious and worried about your due date, but not to the point where it engulfs all your thoughts. Every time you find yourself overwhelmed with worry, remind yourself that you have the strength to face what comes your way. Childbirth is a journey, much like every other experience in life!
4. “I Am Doing My Best”
Tasks that you could do in an instant before may now feel like a huge feat. Even something as trivial as taking a flight of stairs can be tiring. Throughout the day, you probably lose yourself in your thoughts, thereby forgetting essential things that had to be done. If all this seems familiar, you should know that you are not alone. Pregnancy can do a real number on you, both physically and mentally. It is important that you cut yourself some slack when you find yourself unable to meet your own expectations. Tell yourself that you are doing your best, even if it feels like you aren’t.
5. “I Love My Baby, They Love Me Too”
It is natural to have conflicting thoughts about the little one inside you. For some, they experience a surge of positive emotions and a strong bond with their unborn child as soon as they hear of the pregnancy. For others, they experience closeness as the pregnancy progresses. And then, for some others, it could be that they feel a strong enough bond only after the birth of their child. No matter which one you relate to the most, the truth is that you will learn to love your baby, and they will too.
You should know that you aren’t the first to feel overwhelmed during pregnancy, nor will you be the last. Go easy on yourself, and make efforts to give yourself the TLC you need, both emotionally and physically. Make it a point to use positive affirmations daily so that you can enjoy each moment of this profound experience! What are some of your favorite affirmations? Let us know in the comments below!
