New Mom

Ok so we all know that I am far away from being a new mom :)

 Today I was talking to a new parent and I sit back and wonder if I went through all the emotions that a new mom feels.  The ups and downs the totally withdrawing, feeling like all you do is feed a baby and forget about sleep!!!! That is a beautiful thing of the past.

So I stopped and thought about this for awhile.  Realized that yes I did have a touch of this with each child but unfortunately had it the worst with my 3rd child.  There were so many things that went into those feelings after he was born.

I wanted to give her advice on how to get through it but realized that the way she is feeling that all she needs are words of encouragement  that she is still so much more than a mom, she is still a beautiful woman, wife and friend.

That she will get out of this and will realize how blessed she is.  That one day she will get to sleep through the night again. 

Always remember to take time for herself, that the baby will survive not being held for five minutes while you go to the bathroom and shower.

She knows her baby better than anyone, regardless how many children the helpful person has or how long they have had children.  Just smile, listen and do things your way, because in the end you know what works for you and your family.

But most importantly, that she is so much more than a Mom and to never forget that.  I still find myself struggling with this one and my kids are 8, 12, 14 and 17. :)