are you dreading christmas?
Christmas and holiday time can be really hard when you're trying to conceive.
The dreaded family get-togethers where people scrutinise your personal situation or acquaintances at work or whilst socialising ask you what did you buy for your kids for Christmas?
Heartbreaking triggers are intensified everywhere with social media pages full of cute kids/babies in their elf outfits.
Family photos with Santa and families decorating their Christmas tree.
Yet alone the reminder that another year has come to an end without your precious baby in your arms.
How are you coping right now?
It's ok to dread Christmas. Here are some tips to get through the season.
Communicate with the people who 'get you', how you feel about Christmas and come up with a plan of action to get you through the season.
Have your answers and conversation deflection responses ready and prepared when meeting relatives who don't know about your fertility pain and ask insensitive questions.
Say no to events that are going to make you feel uncomfortable. Going through a donor egg journey and infertility in general is like a form of grief. This is a time to look after you and be gentle with yourself.
Plan something that's going to fill your cup. Whether that be a hike in nature, a spa day, or a weekend away.
Allow yourself time and space to process your emotions. You are going through a lot. The holiday season can be really hard to deal with when you're grieving and stressed.
Give yourself grace and don't be hard on yourself.
Much love,
Adele xox