I am going to be a new mother soon and would like to hear positive aspects or experiences of being a mother. I have heard too much of negatives like, I'll never sleep again or changing dirty diapers, say goodbye to my freedom, etc. Please help me start out in a positive note that I can look forward to. Thanks!
2007-01-13 03:17:36 · 13 answers · asked by lisanasta 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Parenting
Ahh, Being a mom is wonderful. I am lucky enough to be a stay at home mommy. You get to bond with your child, teach them things, go places with them, take them out shopping, or out to eat, bake with them, color, watch movies, cuddle, hugs and kisses are the best, you will sleep again, teach them things, there minds are like sponges, so many wonderful memories, play sports, go swimming, trust me there will be so many wonderful things to do....my husband and I know sit and wonder how boring our lives must have been before our daughter came in to it. She brings so much joy into out lives each and every day, the time does fly, so be sure to enjoy each and every moment...just wait one day when that little girl/boy looks up to you and says I love you mommy, it will totally melt your heart. Being a mom is totally wonderful, I love it! So, congrats and best wishes on being a new mommy!
2007-01-13 03:24:20 · answer #1 · answered by buckeyefever7 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Speaking for myself: being a Mother was/is the greatest experience my life. My son, now 36, is the greatest joy I ever had. I can still remember the very first time I saw him, he was the most beautiful baby in the world (in my eyes anyway). Yes, there were many sleepless nights and dirty diapers, but I never considered that a bad thing. I loved it in the morning when he would wake up and when he saw me a huge smile would come over his face. How he would hold out his arms for me to pick him up, give me kisses (sloppy ones, but all the same-kisses).
Enjoy the experience. When there are days that aren't so great, know that they will be way outnumbered by great ones. You are going to love being loved by that little baby.
2007-01-13 04:11:32 · answer #2 · answered by Nancy W 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Those are selfish people that still have a lot of growing up to do. Babies and children help u learn to grow up and mature and to place yourself after theres. You can still have good,clean fun with children. I am a mother of 2 and pregnant with my 3rd at 25 and I still have good fun,enjoyable times with my children etc. Babies are sometimes hard work but u get used to that and the sleepless nights are only for a short time. My baby's were sleeping through the night at 3 months..just a little cereal in the bottle before bed does the trick. Being a mother is the most enjoyable thing and blessed experience ever. When u see your little newborn born from your body and grow up so quickly right before your eyes is truely amazing. U will see your babys first crawl,first smile,first momma,kiss,hug and steps..it is a wonderful thing that will never make u regret the decision of starting a family. Truely a blesssing..Congratulations and good luck!
2007-01-13 03:43:01 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Don't let the negative things bother you. There are too many positives that outweigh the negatives! You will realize that the moment you lay your eyes on your new baby. Yea, there will be sleepless nights, tons of diapers, etc., but seeing them smile for the first time, giggle, crawl, say "ma-ma"...It makes all the other things not matter anymore. They are a constant wonderment. I could go on and on. Just enjoy your baby while he's still a baby and don't dwell on the negative. Good luck!
2007-01-13 04:12:16 · answer #4 · answered by GraceSlickChick 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Every parent goes through a change, because babies bring change. It will change the way you view everything! Sometimes it makes you see the world through child's eyes once again! There are sacrifices and rewards with parenting just like any other aspect of life!
For me the rewards out weigh the sacrifices (and I don't really view them as sacrifices, because I want to do them.) Just like the other posters said the smiles, hugs, and yearning for you to comfort them is ENOUGH! But there are countless things from the half hug I get when I rock my lil one to sleep to giggles and splashing in the tub for her bath! Getting to see her enjoy pears for the first time! And I know more is still to come, and I look forward to those mile stones too!
Parenting is a huge responsibility and for me I keep reading about articles, ask other veteran parents and seek out help for advice where ever possible. None of us have all the answers, most learn along the way! Parenting is a unique art and it takes learning, patience and making a few errors sometimes. Don't beat yourself up though- go to a few parenting forums like :
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/parents_2_bee/
http://babycenter.com
http://americanbaby.com
CONGRATULATIONS!
God bless you and your family-to-be!
Hope this helps!
2007-01-13 04:26:31 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Now that I can look back, I loved every single minute of being a mom. Yes, parenthood is exhausting and frustrating and mind-boggling... but you will fall so in love with your child you will nauseate everyone you run into with photos and stories and dreams for your child (we all do it!). I loved the infant stages, the first walk, the first words, the first day in kindergarten, all the years in school... it is a GREAT experience. Honest!! There is nothing better in this world than holding your baby for the very first time. Just you wait and see! Congratulations, mom. You are in for a wonderful life journey!
2007-01-13 04:40:46 · answer #6 · answered by mJc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Even though you may be up a lot in the middle of the night feeding the new baby, try and make the best of it. I really bonded with my son at 3 am. Not that it was the best, but I made the best that I could out of it. When they wrap their hand around your finger when they are being fed, is the most awsome experience. Or when they are crying when someone else holds them and they quit when they are back in your arms.
2007-01-13 04:05:35 · answer #7 · answered by pugmama004 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-16 03:41:33 · answer #8 · answered by tollefson 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The moment I held my first child in my arms was the most " Precious Moment" in my life. Nothing worth having or doing comes without challenges in this life.
Children offer many challenges and rewards.
Stay on top of the continuous changes with love and expectations of your child.Parenting is quite a learning experience, continue to make an effort, to know your child and always let him/her know, that you love them and that you are there for them.
The journey is short, between the time they are born and the time they leave for college. Make the most of it. You are blessed.
2007-01-13 04:40:28 · answer #9 · answered by kayboff 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The giggles, everyday is something new! There are too many great things about being a mother. You will experience the greatest thing in life, being a mother. Mostly when they can say mama, it makes you feel so good!
2007-01-13 04:12:25 · answer #10 · answered by Tammy J 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋