A quick read for all you new Mommas
and Moms to be out there. As I watch my friends prepare to be moms, whether
pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or with brand new babies. I keep thinking
what is the most important thing I’m learning right now or what would my advice
be.
I
have scattered thoughts through out these long days, and it is rare that I have
a minute to compile my thoughts into one cohesive paragraph. I just keep coming
back to the some place, the same thought; I just have to share it. I am 4
months into this new life, so I have no perspective, I’m in it, and I’m eyeball
deep in the thick of it. So bear with me as I share what’s on my heart.
So
here it is:
Go
easy on yourself momma, give yourself grace, have time to be frustrated. You
are weary, you are emotional, you are tired, and you don't know what you're
doing. All those books, all that advice, all those Pinterest articles.....take
them with reservation. Your precious baby cannot be compared to another, and
you cannot compare yourself to another mom. Some things are just out of your
control, but this time is sweet. It will end, even though these weeks
feel like years. You will want them back. That screaming baby, that exhausted
smile, the drool, the spit up; all of it. One day it will all be over, and you
will want it back, you will want to kiss those cheeks, stroke those little feet,
see his tiny face erupt into a gummy smile. So momma go easy on yourself. You will have days where the
laundry will pile up, the kitchen sink might be full, but it is OKAY! You will
have days were you feel no progress is made, where sleep is a distant memory,
and taking a shower is not an option. So please go easy, get through this day,
and then you can tackle the next one! You are strong, you are smart, you are
beautiful, you were made for this, you can do it Momma!
