The little one inside of you is a gift
The positive pregnancy test came as a surprise. While you had hoped to become pregnant at some point, you had not anticipated it happening so soon.
Your thoughts are racing. Why is this happening now, when so much in life and in the world is uncertain? What will become of you now that you are sure of your pregnancy? Could life get any more complicated? Alternatively, you may feel completely numb, unsure of where to turn.
The truth is, you are worthy. You are important. You are irreplaceable. You have a strength deep within you that you may not even recognize. By caring for yourself, you will be able to provide the best possible care for your child.
Please take a few minutes to consider how your life will be three years from now, when your child is a tow-haired toddler. Observe as he approaches you to offer a hug. Be aware that there is a future beyond your present uncertainty, and that a light beaming at the end of the tunnel is there for you.
If you require assistance, please contact your local pregnancy resource centre, where a team of dedicated professionals is available to support you throughout your pregnancy. They will assist with all aspects of childcare, from nappies to day care referrals, and will be a reliable source of support for you and your baby.
It is important to trust that, in a universe of possibilities, pregnancy is the greatest possibility of all. The possibility of new life is inherent in the concept of pregnancy.
I would like to extend my best wishes to you and your unborn child. I have confidence in your ability to make the right decisions for you and your baby. Be confident in your abilities and resilience.
Ultimately, your child is worth the effort to protect and provide for.
Daniel Miller is responsible for nearly all of National Right to Life News' political writing.
With the election of Donald Trump to the U.S. presidency, Daniel Miller developed a deep obsession with U.S. politics that has never let go of the political scientist. Whether it's the election of Joe Biden, the midterm elections in Congress, the abortion rights debate in the Supreme Court or the mudslinging in the primaries - Daniel Miller is happy to stay up late for you.
Daniel was born and raised in New York. After living in China, working for a news agency and another stint at a major news network, he now lives in Arizona with his two daughters.
