Day 3.
Letters to a new mum.
Yeah, I know you’re probably experiencing sleepless nights now. For some women, your spouse may come across as unsupportive especially if he is genuinely ignorant. I can’t tell you that it’s an easy journey because I have been there. There is one thing I can tell you though, it is a beautiful journey despite the unique challenges that comes with it.
Look at you! You literally just went through the process of bringing another human to life, the the earth. It’s a wonder to hold that precious small sized human that will grow to become an adult some day. Remember that your baby will not always be a baby. This season you have with them is timed and it is so short compared to the other years of their lives. In no time your baby will become a toddler, a child, a teenager and then an adult. Time flies. I know it currently look like the days are slow, but as a mother who has been in your shoes, I can tell you for free that your time with your child as a baby is really fleeting. And the interesting thing is that you’d miss it.
So while you may genuinely have experiences that may naturally stress you out, make sure you naturally enjoy what can bring you joy about your baby. That child won’t always be a baby. Once their time as a baby is over, it’s never coming back. So try all you can to enjoy this only season of their lives. Enjoy your baby. There is beauty in his season. Sing over your child. Take pictures. Cuddle your child with love. Be very intentional about it and save as many memories as you can because you’d long for it some day. If you ask older women about this, the ones who are truthful will confirm this to you.
You can keep a journal like I do too. When they are older, you can share it with them. You can save photos and videos of them by monthly based on a drive or on a cloud account. These things will keep those memories timeless and always accessible.
As I will always say, rest in God. Take comfort in God. Also teach the people around you on how you want to be loved. Educate them about it. Send them links, videos and resources that explains what you need. An example is the devotional for men. It can help your spouse come to terms with better ways to be most supportive in this season.
Lots of love,
Joan Anuoluwa.
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