Hey Busy Mama

Hey mama. It’s been a while since I’ve blogged. How have you been? I’m glad you’re here. Truly. So much has happened over the past several months and while I’m no seasoned pro at parenting, I’ve certainly learned a thing of two. I am now the proud mama to a nine month old infant who loves nectarines and is incredibly food motivated. His eyes light up when he sees something he really enjoys and he has quite the stubborn streak.

I love my son with all of my heart and find myself falling more in love with him everyday. I never knew how immense a mother’s love could be until I became one myself. I say this because when he was first here, I greatly feared that I wouldn’t have a bond with my son. Apparently this is a thing some mamas experience as well.

If I could turn around and tell my freshly postpartum self anything it would be that it gets better. The sleep gets better. The feedings get better. Those feelings of loneliness slowly fade with sunshine and support. Some days will be hard while others will be smooth sailing. Of course, I didn’t believe my doula when she told me “it gets better” one week postpartum. My freshly bruised and aching body wanted to slap her in that moment.

Your thoughts and feelings surrounding your pregnancy and postpartum journey are valid. I found myself recently comparing my freshly postpartum experience with another mama who seems to be handling it much better than I did. I needed to remind myself that her journey is not mine and vice versa. So for now, I will send love and healing vibes her way while I embrace the time and cuddles I have with my beautiful son.