Thanksgiving is supposed to be a happy time of year. You gather together with friends and family to celebrate the things in life for which you are thankful. But during difficult times in life, it can sometimes be hard to enjoy these celebrations. This is particularly true for couples who are having difficulty with fertility. The very nature of the family gathering often reminds them of what is missing in their own immediate family - a baby.
Despite this, Thanksgiving can be a wonderful holiday. The key to enjoying the season despite the difficulties is to acknowledge in advance that it might not be easy for you. Let yourself mourn the fact that you are having trouble conceiving a child. Write in a journal or talk with a close friend about your feelings. Don't be ashamed that you don't feel one hundred percent happy during this time.
And then remember to give thanks. You do have a lot to be thankful for despite the difficulty of these times. Make a list of all of the people and things that give you pleasure and satisfaction throughout the course of a day. By accepting your mixed feelings about the holiday and still focusing on what you are grateful for, you'll be able to make the most of the day.
Who knows, by this time next year your fertility doctor might have given you news to really be thankful about!
