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Sadness at the beginning of a new pregnancy is a very normal and common experience. At a biological level, hormones are ramping up big time! Coming to grips with this new reality takes time. "Who am I as a pregnant woman?" Not all pregnant women are matronly the way they are perceived in our culture. Maternity wear is limiting.   Patty has struggled with body image issues in the past. Fears around the ways in which her body will change, and the ways in which it may never be quite the same again is something that has come up for her. How does a little human fit into Patty's life? Will she and her partner ever have expendable income ever again? How does a couple navigate the challenges of a relationship with children present? How does a parent reconcile the mistakes they're inevitably going to make? There is so much unknown, and the process of becoming a parent (and parenting) involves a lot of letting go.  Awareness of trauma and growth is going to make anyone a better human, partner, friend, parent...and though having children is a lot of work, Sally is not afraid how Patty is going to show up for her kid. She's confident in her ability to ask for help from her support system when she needs to (because she can now). Sally just can't wait for the bliss!  Patty and Sally really want to hear from you! If you are or have been pregnant, did you feel sad in the beginning? Do you have fears around becoming a parent? Are you a parent now and what has this experience been like for you? Give us the good, the bad and everything in between!