You’ll make a great mother they said
Are you charting
Have you tried acupuncture
We got pregnant first
I got drunk and got pregnant
Go on holiday
Keep busy
Just relax they said.
Don’t exercise too much they said
Maybe it's not your time
Take your mind off it
It’s not all it’s cracked up to be
Stay positive
Don’t give up
Just relax they said.
Don’t try so hard they said
Start a new project
Change your die
Lose weight
Gain weight
Have this test
Try this therapy
Just relax they said.
Don’t give up they said
It will happen
You can have one of mine
Have you thought about adoption
Have IVF
You’re too old
Have laparoscopy surgery
Just relax they said.
See this specialist.they said
Let it happen naturally
Count your blessings
Maybe it's not meant to be
Don't think about it
Breathe
Just relax they said.
Don’t try so hard
Visualize a healthy baby
Come and see my new baby
Get rid of your stress
You need to take your basal temperature
Take vitamins they said
Don’t drink coffee
Try IUI
Just relax they said.
What about a surrogate they said
Are you pinpointing ovulation correctly
My workmate’s sister got pregnant after trying for 3 years.
Be healthy
Chinese herbs are great
Visualize a healthy baby they said
Just relax they said.
Never give up they said
Don’t try so hard
Let it go they said
Keep trying
Don't give up hope
Just relax they said
About the Author
Kathryn Grace is a Life Coach at Fertility Potentials. She is passionate about supporting women on their fertility journey and helping them find acceptance and peace whatever the outcome.