Tis the season to be jolly! (Said no one waiting to adopt.....) The holiday season can feel bittersweet when you’re waiting to adopt. The longing for your child might seem magnified, making it hard to enjoy the celebrations around you. But as an adoptive mom of two and an adoption professional, I want to encourage you: don’t put your joy on hold. Live your life, and enjoy the lights!
Here are a few ways to embrace the season fully while waiting for your baby:
Celebrate the Present Moment:
Focus on creating joyful memories now. Make the coquito, drink the coquito, wear the matching pajamas, take the holiday photos, decorate your home, bake the cookies, and enjoy holiday traditions with friends and family. Your baby will join these celebrations in their perfect time.
Stick to Your Budget:
It’s easy to overspend, but staying financially prepared for your adoption is critical. Instead of pricey gifts, consider meaningful, budget-friendly alternatives like Family Secret Santa, gifting a family experience rather than individual gifts, and my all-time favorite: donating! Donate your time and things to those in need. That is what the season is truly about.
Practice Gratitude:
Reflect on the blessings in your life today. If you don't follow MKAS on social media, do so NOW (www.instagram/mkadoptionservices.com)
Check out a recent reel I did, speaking about gratitude two days before Thanksgiving: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DC3LvGns7cu/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
Speaking or writing about what you’re thankful for can shift your mindset and help you find peace in the waiting. Speak it into existence!
Prioritize Self-Love and Worth:
If the holidays feel overwhelming, allow yourself to step back and start enjoying yourself. Put down your phone, close your laptop, and stop refreshing your email. Take a walk, work out, hang out with your friends, enjoy a cozy book, catch up on your shows, connect with someone who understands your journey, or get cute and go out! You always feel good when you look good! Stop waiting for the unknown to enjoy the blessings in front of you!
Remember, your child’s arrival will bring new traditions and joy, but this season matters too. I want you to enjoy this time, make memories, and celebrate with the people you love.
Thank you for reading. I’d love for you to visit my website, www.mkadoptionservices.com, and subscribe to my YouTube channel, Khandy Bryant, at http://www.youtube.com/khandybryant for more encouragement.
You’ve got this!
With love,
Khandy bryant
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