Does Psoriatic Arthritis Prepare You For Pregnancy?

Man, it’s crazy how fast a year goes! Last year this time I started having contractions and was thinking my little one would be here any day. Well, let me tell you – February 22nd to March 17th was a LONG ASS TIME. It may have only been a few short weeks, but to me, it seemed like eternity.

Looking back, my pregnancy taught me a lot, but I also had a lot of preparation for my pregnancy that I didn’t even realize!

Because I’ve lived with a chronic illness for several years now, there are certain things that I’ve grown accustomed to. Fatigue, pain, pacing myself, canceling plans, a strict diet — these are all are normal to me.

Little did I know all this would prepare me for one of life’s momentous experiences.

I ended up realizing there were 5 ways that having a chronic condition, like psoriatic arthritis, prepared me to go through the amazing journey of pregnancy!

 

https://www.healthcentral.com/article/does-living-with-chronic-illness-prepare-you-for-pregnancy?ap=423

Check out the article and let me know what you think.

 

Do YOU think chronic illness prepares you for pregnancy?

 

Wishing You A Pain Free Day!

Julie Cerrone Croner, Certified Holistic Health Coach, Yoga Instructor, Patient Empowerer, Autoimmune Warrior (Psoriatic Arthritis), Avascular Necrosis, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome | itsjustabadday.com

Leave a Comment