Why do I have an anxiety about planning to become a parent even though I'm in a stable relationship?

Parenting is one of life's biggest responsibilities and biggest changes that can occur. Nothing is ever the same after you become a parent and life as you know it will never be the same. Anxiety is a normal part of the journey-there is a lot of fear around will I be good at it? Am I ready? Can I be a good parent? Will I be able to teach my child and love them enough? Those are all normal questions to ask. The important part to remember is that it is a journey and you learn as you go. Do the best you can and embrace the changes. Be grateful for the blessings of creating life.

Anxiety can be an indication of many things. My definition of anxiety - simply stated - fear of the unknown. So perhaps, it's a good time to stop - take inventory of your anxiety. Breathe deeply ; and ask yourself if now is maybe a good time to connect with a listener, forum, friend, or counselor.

It could be a bad past experience that causes the anxiety or just cold feet. Either way you will never know how it will work till you try it.

Anxiety is our bodies natural reaction to changes that we are unaware of and may not have control over. Having a sense of Control is an essential portion of who we are as individuals. It is normal to feel anxiety when family planning is up for discussion, after all we want to be the best parent, guide and source for future children.

Being a parent is a big step so it is natural to be anxious about it. Most people sense some stress about this big change

Sometimes the unknown can cause a lot of stress and anxiety. I have two kids of my own and had anxiety with both of them because you want to succeed and sometimes with parenting you don't always feel that way. Is there another reason that you feel anxiety when thinking of becoming a parent? Are your parents still together or did they divorce at some point in your life? Have you and your partner discussed having kids or not having kids during your relationship and would you be able to have tell them your thoughts and feelings about having kids