I feel this. My daughter is almost 10 and I still feel like a new mom. I love being at work because I know what I’m doing there and I know I’m good at it. I feel like I’m winging motherhood. My kiddo was very much planned, wanted and loved but if I grieve my former self, it’s looked at like I didn’t want to be a mom.
It's so rare to have the space to truly grieve the life we had without feeling guilty. I believe recognizing that motherhood isn't easy for everyone doesn't make us bad parents or love our kids any less; it’s simply how we feel. Thank you for sharing. 💜
I feel this. My daughter is almost 10 and I still feel like a new mom. I love being at work because I know what I’m doing there and I know I’m good at it. I feel like I’m winging motherhood. My kiddo was very much planned, wanted and loved but if I grieve my former self, it’s looked at like I didn’t want to be a mom.
It's so rare to have the space to truly grieve the life we had without feeling guilty. I believe recognizing that motherhood isn't easy for everyone doesn't make us bad parents or love our kids any less; it’s simply how we feel. Thank you for sharing. 💜