10 things I learned about being a FTM๐
1) Donโt expect all your friends to be present no matter how long youโve known one another.
2) Donโt let people walk all over youโฆ. Stand up for yourself.
3) Your parents are EVERYTHING and more
4) Your new family trumps EVERYTHING
5) Do for you and that baby nobody else will
6) Allow yourself to get a break. Being a mommy is hard enjoy some time off.
7) Opinions are like assholes, everyone has one
8) Allow yourself time to heal. A life form was just created
9) Cherish all moments because once itโs gone itโs gone.
10) your doing great momma keep it up
Becoming a first-time mom is truly a transformative experience with a steep learning curve. One of the biggest surprises for me was realizing how much your relationships shift. As the article mentions, not all friends will stick around as before, and thatโs perfectly normal. Itโs crucial to cherish the genuine connections and lean on your familyโthe backbone that often becomes your greatest source of strength during those overwhelming moments. Another lesson that resonates deeply is the importance of standing up for yourself. Motherhood invites an avalanche of opinions from everyone around youโfrom family to total strangers. Learning to filter advice and trust your instincts helped me stay centered and confident in my decisions for my baby and me. Equally vital is allowing yourself time and grace to heal both physically and emotionally. Carrying and delivering a new life is monumental, and itโs okay to acknowledge that healing is not instant. Scheduling breaks and self-care moments, as mentioned, isnโt selfishโitโs necessary to sustain your energy and mental wellbeing. Lastly, cherishing every fleeting moment with your child really hits home. The sleepless nights, first smiles, and tiny milestones all pass by faster than expected. Keeping a journal or capturing these moments can be a wonderful way to hold onto these precious memories. Overall, embracing the ups and downs, trusting yourself, and prioritizing your wellbeing while nurturing your newborn forms the foundation of a gratifying motherhood journey.