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Writer's pictureKaleem Joy, Licensed Midwife

**Navigating the Transformation of Pregnancy: Becoming Your Best Self**




Pregnancy marks the beginning of an incredible transformation in your life. It’s a time of growth—not just for the tiny life inside of you, but for yourself as well. As exciting as this journey is, it’s natural to feel uncomfortable, both physically and emotionally, as your body, mind, and spirit go through new changes. You’re not just growing a baby—you’re growing into the best version of yourself.


But what does it actually mean to be the best version of you? This is a question many people struggle to understand. I invite you to take some time, sit down with your journal, and reflect on it. Spend 10-15 minutes asking yourself this: *How do I want to show up in this world?* As you do this, you’ll begin to uncover the values, thoughts, and actions that align with your highest self.


When I asked myself this question, I reflected on how I wanted to show up in all aspects of my life— with my partner, family, community, career, and even myself. Here's a list I created to inspire you. Feel free to borrow any of these ideas, but most importantly, tap into what resonates with you.


At *Natural Childbirth 101*, I designed the classes to both educate and inspire you as you embark on this life-changing journey. Pregnancy is a powerful time to reflect, grow, and transform, and I’m here to help guide you through it.


🌟 My Core Values:

- **Gratitude**

- **Love**

- **Kindness**

- **Integrity**

- **Respect**

- **Fun**

- **Honoring my intuition**


These values are my compass. They guide me in everything I do, whether it’s making decisions, interacting with others, or simply conducting my day-to-day business. When I notice that my actions or words aren’t in alignment with these values, I take a pause. I reboot my internal operating system and give myself the grace to start again.


There have even been times when I’ve gone up to someone and said, “That wasn’t the best version of me. Can I have a do-over?” By doing this, I not only increase the positivity of my interactions, but I also get to realign myself with who I truly want to be.


🦋 Showing Up as Your Best Self During Pregnancy


Pregnancy will challenge you to show up every day as your best self. Some days, that may mean giving yourself permission to take a nap, offering a smile of gratitude to your partner, or simply appreciating what your body is doing as it grows life. And remember, this journey isn’t just about you—it’s about sharing the best version of yourself with your baby too.


👏Here are some simple ways you can share your best self with your baby during pregnancy:

- Singing to them

- Reading stories

- Talking to them

- Gently massaging your belly

- Thinking loving thoughts

- Eating nourishing foods

- Taking walks

- Enjoying a relaxing bath with lavender


Your baby is listening and learning from you, their first and most important teacher, even while in the womb. So, give yourself grace as you grow together. The beautiful thing about life is that you can start fresh at any moment. If you feel out of alignment with your values or how you want to show up, take a breath, reboot, and begin again with love.


🤗 Embrace the Journey With Confidence


At *Natural Childbirth 101*, we encourage parents to start early in pregnancy to cultivate an awareness of what they want for their birth experience. Our classes are designed to help you prevent common concerns, while increasing your confidence. By enrolling, you’re not just educating yourself about childbirth—you’re preparing to become the best version of you as you navigate this exciting path to growing and birthing your baby.


Would you love personalized support?🤓 I’m here to offer one-on-one coaching consultations to help you create a plan that aligns with your vision for your best birth. I would love to connect with you and support you on this journey. Reach out to me, Kaleem Joy, licensed midwife, through email at *kaleemjoymidwife@gmail.com*. Just put “Power Hour Coaching” in the subject line.


Together, we can make this transformational experience one that leads you toward your true north. ✨


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