I have absolutely fallen in love with being a mother

I was frightened at the thought of being pregnant. My OnlineCare peer counsellor, Lisa, was reassuring, giving me concrete steps to follow, and it helped me remain calm. As I was quite advanced when finding out about my pregnancy, I was not readily able to find an abortion provider that could help me. I felt rejected and discouraged.
I didn’t feel I had what it took emotionally, mentally and financially to raise a child but as I unpacked my perceptions and fears, I was able to address each stumbling block with Lisa’s help. In the meantime, an ultrasound revealed that I was carrying a boy. I felt excited. My perception of motherhood was starting to change, and I was taking better care of my body.
I announced my pregnancy to my partner, and it went well. I felt relieved and supported and together we agreed to keep the baby. Shortly after, my friends hosted a baby shower.
I gave birth to a healthy boy, and I love being a mother!  I have absolutely fallen in love with being a mother. I wholeheartedly believe being his mom was what I was meant to do in this life. I am grateful for the OnlineCare support. I wouldn’t have been able to do this without Lisa’s advice and guidance. I am truly so, so thankful for her.