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PhyllisNJoe
My Box Is Broken
Member since 6/11 9145 total posts
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A new way to deal with pregnancy announcements
Because they are coming practically weekly these days, I have decided to try something new. I always go to the Why not me? When it will be my turn? This was their first month trying.... And it turns into a pity party. Once in a while, it ok. But now that it's literally Every.Single. Week. My whole life feels like a big pity party.
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with the latest announcement, I started to go right into my depression and then I stopped myself and said.. I should be GLAD that they didn't have to go through what I am going through. I always feel so horrible for people when they are dealing with IF because I know how hard it is. In so many ways. I know I wish my friends with IF would get pregnant every cycle that passes. Instead of going into a tailspin of pity, I said Thank God. Good for them. I don't want anyone else to ever have to feel the way I have felt for the past 2 years.
It helped.
I still felt some jealousy, but I didn't let it sit. I just felt glad for the fact that they are one less couple going through this daily struggle.
Next announcement you hear, try it. It really helps.
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ElizaRags35
My 2 Girls
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Re: A new way to deal with pregnancy announcements
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| Posted 11/23/13 2:46 PM |
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Hope2009
Thankful
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Re: A new way to deal with pregnancy announcements
I know how you feel. it's like the angel and devil on my shoulders …. I do try to let the angel win though.
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| Posted 11/23/13 3:33 PM |
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AKD
LIF Adult
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Re: A new way to deal with pregnancy announcements
That's a great way to approach it Phyllis. Totally agreed with you
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| Posted 11/24/13 8:33 PM |
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GoodThoughts
Dreams do come true
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Re: A new way to deal with pregnancy announcements
This is why I like you so much.
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| Posted 11/24/13 8:41 PM |
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babyfever24
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Re: A new way to deal with pregnancy announcements
I have my moments where i am ok with being like this and others where i just can't help it. I don't think "we" the infertile, want to be upset and unhappy for others its just out of our control. So trying to stay positive is a great way to approach it!
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| Posted 11/24/13 8:45 PM |
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jessnbrian
Only God knows His plan for us
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Jessica
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A new way to deal with pregnancy announcements
I will definitely try this next time, because it is absolutely true!
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| Posted 11/24/13 9:08 PM |
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Lillies
Grateful for my babies!
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Re: A new way to deal with pregnancy announcements
Yes, you have to turn it around sometimes to keep yourself going. The negative will just keep us down. That's why I am shopping for the little ones in my family now and facing it. I always believe the good you put out will come back to you.
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| Posted 11/24/13 9:21 PM |
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mrsm-2011
He is my world!
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Re: A new way to deal with pregnancy announcements
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