Love Notes From Adriane

Mother’s Day is the day that we celebrate having amazing moms who have supported and loved us. But for many people like myself, Mother’s Day is a trigger, a reminder of my infertility, and my difficulty of becoming a mom.

I know that some of you may think this it’s selfish, but it’s definitely a trigger that leads many women who dream of becoming a mom down a road of grief and depression. I have faith that my season of being a mother will come but until then this Mother’s day I’ll be praying and spending time with my husband. I know my season of motherhood is in God’s plan. So I’m praying that he gives me the wisdom, the patience, the love and the finances to be able to care for my future children that is pleasing to him. I’m praying that my marriage and life is a healthy example for my future children and grandchildren.

For those of you going to church or out to celebrate the day, please have the sensitivity and think before you wish a woman Happy Mother’s Day. There are so many different types of issues that aren’t infertility related that can trigger grief and depression on Mother’s Day. Some women are dealing with the recent loss of a child. Some are dealing with the lost of their own mother. Some are dealing with a strained relationship they have with their child or their mother. And many women are struggling with being single and longing for a partner to build a family with.

So on Mother’s Day, celebrate the beauty of mothers and motherhood, but also remember to have empathy for those who aren’t.