What every 1st time mom needs to hear...

[SqueakersMommy]

Being a first time mom I went into it not knowing what to expect, I didn't have much experiance with children, so of course I felt very nervous.  I surprised myself though with how smoothly it came into being a mom, it felt so natural to have my son.   But still, for the first few months I worried constantly.  His health, well-being, and comfort were always on my mind.  I remember not being able to sleep much the first couple months, I was always worried about SIDS and I felt like if I didn't constantly watch him, I would lose him. Worring that much took some of the joy away of being a new mom.  But now my son is a happy, healthy, strong-willed 9 month old.  I still worry about him, but the worry has changed because I know I can be a great mom to my son. And even when I make mistakes I know I'm still the best person to take care of him.  And I remind myself to have confidence in myself as a parent, because after 9 months my son is happy and healthy. 

So if you read this and are feeling little bit of what I felt be encouraged, you will make it though this stressful time, and you'll come out strong and confident.  Just remember this...... you ARE a good mom, and a wonderful parent.  Even if you make mistakes, don't beat yourself up too much, and just know that your the right person for the job, this job called motherhood. :) 

[squeakersauntie]

Nov. 5, 2007 at 3:40 PM There's a reason why God made women the bearer of children - we have so much hope inside of us :)