A close friend of mine welcomed her first child just a month after my second was born. Since then, she’s been posting on social media about the drastic changes she’s facing as a new mom—complaining about her aching back and the struggle of carrying those stubborn extra pounds. She asked me, “When will I feel like myself again?”
I responded, “Never.” You’ll never be the same again.
- Your back will likely remain a bit sore.
- Your breasts may not be as perky as they once were.
- Your stomach might always have that little pooch.
- Your hips may have broadened.
- And don’t even get me started on your hair, skin, or even bladder control—things will shift, whether for better or worse.
Sleep? Forget about it.
You might find yourself in a nursing bra for quite a while.
Privacy in the bathroom? That’s a luxury you might not enjoy for years.
You may discover that conversations revolve around diaper changes more often than not.
Crumb-less floors? A distant memory.
It might be a struggle to find an outfit that isn’t stained for a couple of years.
And those self-care appointments for nails and hair? Let’s just say they’ll be few and far between.
Daily chores like laundry and dishes? Well, they may not always get done.
But here’s what I didn’t mention to her:
- Your smile will become wider.
- Your laughter will resonate with more joy.
- Your eyes will sparkle brighter.
- Your arms will feel fuller.
- Your heart will be fuller than ever, walking right outside your chest.
- And your capacity for love will expand beyond measure.
So yes, after you bring a child (or two, or three, or more) into this world, you will never be the same again. But you know what? That’s perfectly fine because you won’t want it any other way.
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In summary, becoming a parent is a life-altering experience, and while the physical changes may be daunting, the emotional and loving transformations are what truly define the journey.
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