Motherhood has been such a wild ride, full of little surprises and big moments and today I’m sharing a few exciting moments of it! I love that:
- I get to watch my daughter grow and hit new milestones, and it’s so magical to see how each stage is a little (or very) different from the last. It’s exciting to watch her develop new interests, and it’s clear that she’s just as thrilled as I am. It is like experiencing life all over again through her eyes.
- Through her eyes, I get to see the world anew. Everything is a first for babies, and lately, I’ve developed a deeper appreciation for the simple things in life. I love their laughter, playfulness, curiosity, and how affectionate they are.
- My baby girl can now speak in full sentences! One of the funniest moments this week was when my husband was reading to her about fruits, and she kept coming back to onions. I thought, “Oh, I can’t wait to ruin onions for her. She probably thinks it’s some sort of exotic fruit. Lol.” I also love that she loves to read or be read to, though beyond the first book, mommy is usually ready to call it quits!
- Finding activities to do as a family has been a rewarding challenge. While some activities I used to enjoy no longer happen as often, it’s been fun to get creative and explore new options that include a toddler—like the time we took her to a pumpkin patch.
- I’ve also noticed how much more drive I have for life. For instance, I feel more motivated to achieve my career goals. I often think about where I want to be professionally by the time my daughter is grown. It’s important to me that she sees and knows that anything is possible for her—that any path she chooses can lead to the success she desires.
- I’ve also seen a significant decrease in my people-pleasing tendencies. Before becoming a mom, I let a lot of things slide, especially when it came to other people’s behavior. I think this was partly because my character was already formed, and I never had to worry about others’ words or actions affecting me. But now, I find myself carefully considering how people’s words and actions could impact my impressionable child. Let’s just say I’m no longer leaving things to chance.
- Motherhood has also deepened my empathy, grace, and admiration for all parents—including my own. I now approach the role of parenting with much more grace and acceptance than I did before. I’ve become more thoughtful and less judgmental about things that don’t concern me, because, well, I have to save my energy for what truly matters.
- Lastly, I’ve noticed how much kinder both my inner and outer voice have become. Training myself has been tough, but motherhood has been like holding up a mirror. I can literally see when I’m about to project my own issues or beliefs onto my daughter, and I try to catch myself before doing so.
Thanks for making it till the end, have a great day!
