Feeling a bit conflicted. I am 9 weeks pregnant and we were trying for ages so really pleased. But also terrified! I feel like all the stories I read on the Pool etc and every Woman's Hour children/pregnancy slot is so negative about the effect pregnancy and children have on a woman's life, career, mental health and relationships. It is important to shine a light on all aspects of child rearing and I imagine being honest about the hard times helps a lot of people.
But there are no positive stories for balance! There must be a good side or why would people keep having kids?! It's getting me down and making me anxious.