Dear mother
in waiting,
I have once walked the journey of
waiting. Waiting for the right time. Waiting for God’s timing. Waiting for my
period to show up. Waiting for the test results. Waiting to finally be MOM.
I realize
every journey is different and many have walked more difficult, lengthier paths
than mine, but I want you to know you are not forgotten. I remember you.
Some of you
have had to say goodbye to your sweet babies before you ever got the chance to
say hello. I grieve with you.
Some of you
have only known negative tests. I share your disappointment.
Some of you
have endured financial and physical burdens in the attempt to conceive with no
results or no explanation. I see your frustration and stress.
Some of you
feel jealousy and sadness with the announcement of yet another pregnancy. I
validate your feelings.
Some of you
hear ‘well meaning’ remarks that hurt you. I stand up for you.
Some of you
are losing hope and feel like giving up. I pray for you.
No matter
where you are in the journey of waiting, please know I am with you. When you
feel invisible in a society that doesn’t understand what you are going through,
please know I SEE you.
You are all
beautiful and truly strong women for all you are and all you have been through.
Mother in
waiting, you are loved.
Sincerely,
A former
mother in waiting
JT<3
