I'm consistently amazed that no one has come to take Leinna Daisy away! I keep thinking that I'm just babysitting and that Leinna's real mom will be coming soon to take her. Then it dawns on me that I am her real mother!4 weeks ago today, Leinna Daisy was introduced to this crazy world. As a new mom you are given advice from so many different resources and people. First, there are a million books to read before the baby is even born not to mention websites that offer monthly advice and support groups. Each book/website stating something a little different about proper care for the umbilical cord to diaper changing to feeding. Then there was the nursing staff, doctors and lactation consultants at the hospital. Each wonderful person had just a different way of doing things, from how to hold Leinna, sooth her and even how to feed her. Then if you have family or friends stopping by, they too (with the best of intentions) have advice.
Finally, just this week I realized the one person I haven't been listening to is myself. Sure I may be a new mom, but a mother's intuition seems like the best advice to follow. I still read the books, check the websites and ask family and friends for advice- but ultimately I have to make the decision on what is best for Leinna. The past 4 weeks I've been waiting for someone to tell me what to do or to come barging into my house to tell me I'm doing something wrong. Well, neither of these things have happened, so now it's time to relax and trust my own intuition.
Oh, my gosh, why are we the only people awake and blogging this time of the day?!?!? I'm glad you're feeling so confident--I'm sure it is the beginning of many revelations of your strength!!
ReplyDeleteso how are you at taking your own advice? ") You're well on your way to being a fine Mommy!
ReplyDeleteAnd you are right - Momma knows best! Grandma's do a pretty good job, too :~)!! Can't wait to hold that precious little bundle....
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