welcome to motherhood. kind of awesome, isn't it? it also kinda sucks at times. and that's okay. things are never going to be perfect - even if your little one is. and, it's okay to say that mothering sucks. it's okay to truly believe it. because, at times, it does. it sucks when you're exhausted. it sucks when you don't know how to help your screaming little child -- 'what!? what do you want!?' it's okay to need a break. it's okay to walk away (as long as the child isn't in a bumbo seat on a counter). it's okay cry. whenever and wherever you need to. this shit is hard. really hard. breastfeeding is hard. formula feeding is hard.
breast feed your baby.
formula feed your baby.
just feed your baby and you're doing the right thing.
so yes, this mothering thing is hard. you're going to fight with your partner. you're going to wonder if you'll ever shower again or brush your teeth more than once a day. you might even wonder if you made the right choice. you'll be praying for sleep and a break. maybe even wishing you could just pop your babe back in your belly so you can take a nap.
yes, it'll be hard. but, it's also amazing.
it's the most miraculous and amazing thing in the world. i don't even care how cheesy that sounds because you know what? it's true. you have just been given a life - a little precious and very dependent being to care for around the clock. you are responsible for keeping this little life thriving - and while that's incredibly overwhelming - it's also incredibly awesome. enjoy every snuggle, every cuddle, every inhale of sweet baby breath, every sniff and every kiss. hold your baby as much as you damn well please. ignore nay-sayers. revel in these moments. they are quick and fleeting even if you feel like you're drowning now. hug your baby tight, close your eyes and breathe in their sweetness. you deserve it.
love,
another tired mama
