Last week, I carved out a few precious hours to take my daughter, Lily, to her five-year check-up. She was a bundle of nerves, worrying about the possibility of a shot, but she was also bubbling with excitement about the fun activities the doctor would perform: checking her ears, asking her questions, and having her count to ten. I reassured her that we’d find out about the shot when we arrived. She bravely declared she’d be fine if she had to get one—no tears, she promised. I told her I’d be right there, no matter what.
Well, guess what? Yep, she was due for a shot. From the moment she realized it was coming, her anxiety skyrocketed. As we prepared for the needle, it felt like watching a balloon inflate—her fear just kept growing. She tried to negotiate her way out of it, and I calmly explained that dwelling on the shot was what made it seem so scary. I reminded her that it was just a quick moment of bravery she needed.
When the nurses entered, Lily locked eyes with me and pleaded, “Please, Mom, I don’t want it!” I gently cupped her shoulders so our hearts could connect and took her small hands in mine. I asked her what we do when fear strikes.
With a gulp, she answered, “We do it anyway. We’re brave.”
Sure, she cried and squirmed, and my heart ached as I held her during that brief moment of discomfort. But, of course, she got through it. We shared a laugh later, and she dramatically recounted the ordeal to her dad.
And you know what? That was the only thing I needed to tackle that day. Or that week. Or even that month. Just that one moment of connection was enough.
In our busy lives, we often fill our schedules with clutter and noise. The real measure of “enough” is found in those rare moments when we show up for our loved ones, reassuring them that they’re not alone in their fears. If you’re interested in exploring more about home insemination and how to support your journey, check out this excellent resource for more information or visit our other blog post for more insights here.
To sum it up, sometimes all it takes is one brave moment to remind ourselves that we’re doing just fine.