Yesterday was a rough day for us. My sweet little babe is now walking, running and even climbing up stairs. She’s been sick with a cold (again) and kept missing her steps. She fell and ended up with a bruise on her forehead. Mom guilt instantly kicked in as I wasn’t there by her side when she fell. She was crying and obviously hurt. How could I have not been there to protect her? Why can’t we just keep our sweet babes safe forever? I wanted to break down in cry with her.
As a mom, it’s so scary when your baby starts to find his/her independence, but it’s equally as exciting for them. No more needing to hold on to mom’s hand or reach your little arm for the couch to take a step, it must be such a rush for them. I think the most amazing part is that hurt and all, she picked herself right back up and started walking again. We can all take a lesson or two from our kids, no matter how small. As adults, we don’t always do this. We often fall and refuse to get up. It’s moments like this that open your eyes up to see something you hadn’t seen before and realize how strong and capable our children are.
So yes, yesterday was a really rough day, which turned into a rough night , but no matter what my sweet girl is smiling. Raising kids with love, kindness and discipline goes a long way and it clearly shows. Arianna has even stepped up and has been so considerate of Nati being sick. “Mom, I don’t like when Nati is sick, it makes me sad” and “mom, I just want my sister to feel all better.”
So while half of my mama heart was hurt and feeling guilty for not being there when Nati fell, Ari proved to me that I’m doing something right. The bond that these girls have for each other is so magical and there is nothing sweeter.
Yesterday was one of those days where I clearly needed a pick me up and I found one in my new Pink Blush dress. I’m a sucker for all things stripes and this dress was everything I was looking for. Perfect length, perfect color and perfect fit. This dress was exactly what I needed after I hard and emotional day as a mom. Motherhood is hard but we need to let go of being so hard on ourselves. Shop my look here.
Great post! Motherhood is hard and thank you for being honest!
I understand. I have two boys ages 19 and almost 17. We still have hard days.
Motherhood is so tough, but also so rewarding! Great post.
Loving how real this post is. You are not alone, mama!
I hear you, mama. Motherhood is full of hard days!
As a mom as well, I definitely have those same sentiments! Love your blog. Xo.
Being a Mom is hard sometimes, but it is so worth the hard days! The rewards are amazing! We all wish we could be there to protect them from every misstep, but that’s not always our place. Sometimes we have to be the hand reaching down to help them up. It’s all part of the job! Wishing you a better day tomorrow!
You’re so strong! Hope tomorrow goes better!
Thank you so much for your honesty! I’m not a mother yet, but it’s refreshing to hear your thoughts – it’s not always rainbows and sunshine, but it’s always worth it. 🙂