By: Emma Thompson
Updated: Aug. 21, 2015
Originally Published: Aug. 22, 2013
We all know that pregnancy can turn our bodies upside down, but I’m convinced it also messes with our minds. In addition to suffering from what I like to call “Momnesia,” I’ve morphed into a walking emotional rollercoaster since welcoming my little ones.
Once upon a time, I was the strong pillar everyone could lean on; tears were not my thing. Crying, while sometimes necessary, always made me feel powerless, so I saved my sobs for the solace of my shower.
Now that I’m a mother, it seems I’ve misplaced my emotional armor. I find myself tearing up at the drop of a hat, particularly when it involves my kiddos. Honestly, I’m just one heartfelt moment away from landing the lead role in a cheesy Hallmark movie!
Here are some of the things that have made me weep in the past month… but first, let me grab a tissue!
- Pampers Ads – Hats off to the genius marketing team behind these commercials! They know how to tug at the heartstrings. Even though I’m a cloth diaper devotee, those adorable babies and tender moments depicted have me considering a Pampers purchase. Cue the tears!
- Lysol Commercial – I stumbled upon a touching online video about bringing home a newborn. It transported me back to my first son’s arrival, capturing that moment when my husband and I were overwhelmed with joy and confusion. Seriously, I’m misty-eyed just thinking about it!
- My Son’s Sweet Words – Sometimes, my older son walks over, grinning, and says, “I have a present for you, Mom!” When he tells me he loves me and squeezes me tightly, I can’t help but tear up.
- Sorting Baby Clothes – My youngest just turned one, which meant packing up his baby clothes for donation. Looking at those tiny onesies made me sob like a baby myself.
- Selling Baby Gear – The same emotional wave hit me when I had to let go of our Jumperoo. My heart was not ready to part with it, and I had to wrestle my hand away!
- Haircut Chaos – When I tried to get my son a haircut and was told there would be a 45-minute wait, I felt completely overwhelmed. I lost it in the car and ended up giving him a (not-so-great) haircut myself. Lesson learned.
- Decorating the Christmas Tree – This year, my son really understood the holiday spirit, and putting up ornaments together made me tear up. Why? I have no idea!
- Watching My Baby Grow – I glanced at my little one in his crib and was struck by how quickly he’s growing up. It’s like he gains an inch every night, and it’s heart-wrenching to realize he’s losing that baby charm.
- Heartbreaking News Stories – I can’t help but cry whenever I read about sick or injured children. It’s like I’m drawn to these stories, knowing full well they’ll leave me in tears. Why do I do this to myself?
- My “Baby” is Now One – I received an email from Baby Center referring to him as a toddler. I lost it completely!
Sometimes, I chuckle at myself after realizing what I’ve been crying over. What is it about motherhood that opens the floodgates of tears? Do our hormones ever stabilize? Or should I just accept that I’ll forever need a stash of tissues on hand?
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Summary
Motherhood has transformed me into a more emotional person, leading to tears over various experiences—from heartwarming commercials to bittersweet moments with my children. It’s a beautiful, chaotic journey filled with love and lots of tissue!