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Members' Tips
Start your day with fresh flowers whenever possible. If they grow in your yard, ask hubby to bring some in for you. Open your window when possible and let sunshine and fresh air in. ~Submitted by several StorkNet members
Maintain a positive attitude! This is no longer just about you but your unborn baby as well. Read Chicken Soup for the Expectant Mother's Soul. ~Melisa
My best tip to anyone is to do everything you can to stay positive. Most of what is happening is out of your control, but you can control how you react to it and ultimately that helps the baby as well. I counted all the things I had to be grateful for each night until I went to sleep. (The song says "You'll fall asleep counting your blessings.") and I started each day by acknowledging I had made it through so far and needed to get by one day at a time. ~Colleen
I was very hesitant to ask for help, but my mother wasn't. I had several women from church, our neighborhood (though we'd only lived there a couple of months), and other friends helping -- I was on bedrest for 10 weeks with three children under six, so I really did need help. Letting others help was hard, but one friend told me "it's a blessing to ME to help YOU. Do you deny me this blessing?" ~Suzanne
My friends all offered me their favorite inspirational books. It was wonderful because I moved from one book to another and kept a journal in a lovely lined notebook. It kept my spirits up. ~Georgia
Keep a gratitude journal. At the end of each day, jot down five things for which you are grateful. I did that, and it really helped me stay positive and focused on what was good in my life. ~Jen
Play music for your baby, and read out loud to her. I believe she will be born with an interest in music and a love for story time. It doesn't hurt and you'll feel like you are adding a special touch. I did! ~Glenda
Get yourself a wall calendar, crossing off days, then weeks helps you see that the time really is going by, even when it seems to stand still. It helps you see what you've already accomplished and that you really can do it. ~Tina
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