. She had been carrying the weight of her pregnancy and past mistakes for s

rs and doubts about becoming a mother. Rachel offered words of encourage

out being present and loving your child with all your heart. You're already sho

ad ever believed in her like that before. She felt seen and heard, and for the

ne her, or she could use it as a catalyst for growth and change. She could choose to be

and she would do everything in her power to be the best mother she could be

t and nervousness. She had made the decision to keep the baby, and

ought baby clothes and toys, and started reading up on parenting books. She felt like she wa

nd moving inside her. She couldn't believe how much she loved this tiny human

ld Ava in her arms for the first time, she felt a rush of emotions. She was overwhelm

ash over her. She knew that she had made the right decision, a

f excitement and nervousness. She knew that being a mother woul

ce, and she felt a sense of gratitude and love. She knew that she had been given a second chance, a c

she would make mistakes, but she was determined to be the best mother she could be. She

long journey ahead of her, but she was ready to face it head-on. She wa