Rachel Platten releases the single - called “You Belong”- with strong life message.



American singer/songwriter, Rachel Platten, announced this Summer that she’s expecting her first child. Rachel has spoken candidly and transparently about her pregnancy,  saying that while her and her husband are thrilled,  it has also been difficult. 

“I’m just HUMAN. Human emotions are complex. We feel more than one thing at once you know? We can old both love and wonder and aw and joy, but also frustration, sickness , fear , and darker stuff too - and it’s 
normal !” . . . . “With all of the muster and wonder around this, one thing has been abundantly clear to me : this little , unbelievable soul that I haven’t met yet is going to be my biggest teacher in the world and I cannot wait to learn”  - Platten 

Her newest song “You Belong” (along with its video) , was released this month and is profoundly moving. The lyrics are so impeccably fitting to the video which doesn’t shy away from including the sonogram and heartbeat of her baby girl , along with the sickness and wide array of emotions that comes with such a life-changing experience. 

Pregnancy ; birth ; parenthood ; adoption ; etc , is remarkably complex. It doesn’t come with a tailor-made manual;  but, you’ll never regret the decision to carry your baby into the unknown , as you learn and grow together.



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