Dear mom who’s pregnant again and tired

Dear mom who’s pregnant again and tired,

I know you feel like you are supposed to be excited.

I know you feel like you are supposed to be overjoyed.

But maybe this time, you are feeling a little (or a lot) overwhelmed.

Maybe this time, you are wondering how you are going to handle the newborn world with another little one (or maybe three other little ones) at home.

Maybe this time, you are wondering how you are going to navigate getting up and driving to school instead of sleeping when your newborn is sleeping.

Maybe this time, it isn’t all about wandering the stores looking for little shoes.

Maybe this time, you are cramming the crib into the corner of the master bedroom and apologizing when your sweet husband is already stubbing his toe on it.

It’s ok. I hear you.

You have friends that aren’t able to have children and you feel the weight of guilt when you are around them.

You feel self conscious when you tell them that you are battling anxiety and doubt.

Guess what. We aren’t in control.

He is.

You, sweet mama, are being shaped and stretched.

You, dear beautiful one, can rest in Him.

It is not our strength that will get us through these days, but His.

These days, we are reminded that we are in deep need of a Savior.

Realizing that we are weak is the first step to finding peace and joy.

You have been chosen and you are loved.

His strength is made perfect when we are weak!

He will hold you close and help you through this.

You are not alone.

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