Finding Joy During First Trimester After Miscarriage (How to Enjoy Pregnancy and Not Worry So Much) | #147

<p>In episode 147, Miscarriage Hope Desk founder Allison Schaaf shares tips on how to find real joy in the first trimester after miscarriage.</p> <p>Allison’s 7 Tips for Finding Joy in the 1st Trimester After Loss:</p> <p>1. Mantras: “Today I am pregnant” is a mantra that works well for me.</p> <p>2. Journaling: I will sometimes write out my negative thoughts and then burn the paper. I also love journaling my mantras and affirmations, as well as gratitude journaling. The Pregnancy After Loss program includes journal prompts for the week.</p> <p>3. Find Specific Ways to Add Joy: What would have filled you with joy if you hadn’t had a loss? Make a list and see if you can allow those joyful moments, whether it’s buying a new maternity dress or calling your sister to tell her you’re pregnant. Find ways to celebrate.</p> <p>4. Find a Pregnancy Book that Speaks to You: There are so many out there, look for one that will inspire joy in you.</p> <p>5. Work with a Therapist: I’ve worked with therapists during my first trimesters and they’ve given me so many tools that have helped me through the difficult moments of my fertility journey.</p> <p>6. Meditation and Breathing Exercises: Specifically, Holosync meditations have been really relaxing and helpful.</p> <p>7. Find a mentor: Having someone who has been through loss before who you can reach out to can make a huge difference.</p> <p>TOPICS DISCUSSED: Pregnancy After Loss, Pregnancy Journaling, Breathing Exercises for Pregnancy, Therapy for Pregnancy After Loss, Joy After Miscarriage</p> <p>LINKS IN THIS EPISODE</p> <p>Ep 132 - Pregnancy Journaling in Pregnancy After Loss: <a href= "https://miscarriagehopedesk.com/ep132/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://miscarriagehopedesk.com/ep132/</a></p> <p>Ep 133 - A Second Pregnancy After Loss - Staying Positive and Finding Joy: <a href= "https://miscarriagehopedesk.com/ep-133-a-second-pregnancy-after-loss-staying-postive-finding-joy/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://miscarriagehopedesk.com/ep-133-a-second-pregnancy