I’ve heard so many people say babies don’t come with a manual. How true is that? The bliss of the newborn stage is long lasting but so is the sleep deprivation and hormones.
From the moment that baby is laid on your chest, your life changes forever. You become their everything! The job to change, cuddle, feed, sleep, repeat is a continuous cycle of weighty responsibility. Feeding a tiny human alone can feel like a full-time job.
Many of us moms are tempted with a whole lot of distortions in this phase of motherhood. This is especially the case for the first few weeks. If you are in the throes of recovery right now, hang in there.
Even when your birthing situation doesn’t pan out the way you want, it’s never helpful to dwell on the disappointment. Remember that it wasn’t about trying hard enough or wimping out. It was simply something beyond your control.
What do you tell yourself when you are waiting in fear of the unknown? What do you do when waiting for an answer you might be afraid of? It’s the very thing you cannot be certain of but are dreading its potential outcome. In times like these, what brings you comfort?
Fear is a major element in holding us back from feeling brave, stepping out in faith and being bold. Internal thoughts could include: “What if it’s not good enough?” “What if someone criticizes me or my work?”
