What I Learned During My Pandemic Pregnancy

Prior to March 13, 2020, many of us had plans to do so many things! As for me and my family, we were preparing to welcome our newest addition. As soon as the country went into a complete lockdown, my anxiety immediately set in. What would happen to my baby shower? (Which would end up being canceled anyway) and what would happen when it was time for me to give birth? Will my family be able to be with me during that time as I anticipated?

This pandemic definitely had a negative affect on my ability to fulfill my own plans — but it was during this time that I was reminded of a few valuable lessons that helped me recalibrate my life.

God Provides

In the blink of an eye the world went from being wild and free to completely shut down. No longer were we able to travel, have gatherings, and sit-in and eat at restaurants. Instead many of us were forced to balance home and work life from our bedrooms that turned into offices. So many people lost their jobs, their homes and even their lives. I watched news reports daily of pregnant women contracting COVID and not being able to see their babies. Spouses were not even allowed to be a part of the delivery experience because of the risk of infection. I definitely was one who lost their job. Fortunately for me, God is a provider. We lacked and wanted for nothing. When it was time for me to give birth, my husband was there with me for every pain filled moment. We still had a shelter to bring our baby girl home to.

Rest is Essential and Family is Too

While pregnant I worked as an Intensive Math Teacher. My position required me to travel from classroom to classroom. When the pandemic hit , I was 7 months pregnant, and tired as hell! Being able to work from home was a great benefit of the lock down. I needed rest so badly and I was finally able to get more of it . No longer did I have to worry about having swollen feet at the end of the day from walking too much! In addition, the time I had always spent away at work was now spent with my hubby and our son. My marriage and mother-son relationship flourished as a result.

There Are Positives in Disappointments

Indeed I was sad about my baby shower being canceled. I wasn’t going to be able to celebrate the coming of our baby girl with all of our loved ones. But that was not as important as ensuring that I was Corona free while pregnant. I had fears that while giving birth I would not be able to have visitors. Although that was the case, what was most important is that I had my husband there by my side from beginning to end and I’m so thankful for that. When I got home with my baby girl, what was most important to me was ensuring that she had a safe place to come home to.

Not being able to really go anywhere and hang out actually worked out to my benefit because it rid my mind from having to worry about spending my time and energy on others and focusing more of that energy on really matters, which is my family. I am thankful for it all.

Comment down below on what you’ve learned from this pandemic and how it has impacted your life.