In this deeply personal episode of Conversations from the Diaspora, I step out of my comfort zone to share a journey that has completely transformed me—my path to motherhood. From navigating nearly three years of unexplained infertility to holding onto faith and finally experiencing the joy of pregnancy, this is a story of resilience, hope, and self-advocacy.
As the eldest daughter in a Nigerian immigrant household, I’ve always carried a deep sense of responsibility. I grew up taking care of others, but nothing fully prepared me for the weight and wonder of becoming a mom myself. I open up about the emotional highs and lows of trying to conceive, the ways I mentally and physically prepared for motherhood before it even happened, and the unforgettable moment I saw those two pink lines.
I also get real about the realities of Black maternal healthcare—what I learned, the challenges I faced, and why self-advocacy is so critical in our journey to motherhood.
✨ The role of faith, visualization, and holistic health in my pregnancy journey
✨ The raw emotions of finding out I was pregnant and how I surprised my family
✨ Navigating the U.S. healthcare system as a Black woman and advocating for my needs
✨ The beauty of rest, transformation, and embracing my pregnancy experience
If you’re in a season of waiting, preparing for motherhood, or simply love hearing real, heartfelt stories, this episode is for you. Your journey may not look exactly like mine, but I hope it reminds you that delay is not denial—your moment is coming. 💛
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