Man, it’s crazy how fast a year goes! Last year this time I started having contractions and was thinking my little one would be here any day. Well, let me tell you – February 22nd to March 17th was a LONG ASS TIME. It may have only been a few short weeks, but to me, it seemed like eternity.
Looking back, my pregnancy taught me a lot, but I also had a lot of preparation for my pregnancy that I didn’t even realize!
Because I’ve lived with a chronic illness for several years now, there are certain things that I’ve grown accustomed to. Fatigue, pain, pacing myself, canceling plans, a strict diet — these are all are normal to me.
Little did I know all this would prepare me for one of life’s momentous experiences.
I ended up realizing there were 5 ways that having a chronic condition, like psoriatic arthritis, prepared me to go through the amazing journey of pregnancy!
https://www.healthcentral.com/article/does-living-with-chronic-illness-prepare-you-for-pregnancy?ap=423
Check out the article and let me know what you think.
Do YOU think chronic illness prepares you for pregnancy?
Wishing You A Pain Free Day!
