2nd+ timers for 1st timers

sonrisa · June 2013

Let's mention something about new motherhood that was better than we expected :-)

I was surprised how physical my love for my child was. How much my body ached to hold her. I didn't want her out of my arms for a minute. It was so much more visceral than I anticipated.

mavgirl_73 · June 2013

How at times, especially the nights when it's just you and them, in spite of exhaustion you are so full of love that you can't even imagine one second without them.

Habrsk87 · June 2013

That natural high I seemed to have never gotten over after the doctor put my baby girl on my chest. I must say my neck was sore for months because I constantly was staring down at my beautiful baby. Amazed that came out of me!

MrsC731 · June 2013

The amount of love you have for someone you just met. From the moment he was born my heart felt like its constantly on the verge of exploding with live for him.

RMiranda09 · June 2013

All of the above! I also thought I would be sad to see him grow out of the infant stage but each milestone he reaches is so exciting and rewarding. I am always looking forward to what he's going to do next!

Rachel5782 · June 2013

MrsC731:
The amount of love you have for someone you just met. From the moment he was born my heart felt like its constantly on the verge of exploding with live for him.

Might I add, if you don't feel this way immediately, it's normal too! I was freaked out initially because DS still felt like a stranger to me and I didn't feel the immediate "explosion" of love. It took me a couple weeks before I realized how much I loved the little bugger.

I was surprised how natural motherhood came to me. And how quickly their little personalities came out at such a young age..

lp0 · June 2013

Rachel5782:
MrsC731:
The amount of love you have for someone you just met. From the moment he was born my heart felt like its constantly on the verge of exploding with live for him.
 
Might I add, if you don't feel this way immediately, it's normal too!  I was freaked out initially because DS still felt like a stranger to me and I didn't feel the immediate "explosion" of love.  It took me a couple weeks before I realized how much I loved the little bugger.
I was surprised how natural motherhood came to me.  And how quickly their little personalities came out at such a young age.. 

My friend warned me about this so I knew to expect it. It's the weirdest feeling because you are immediately drawn to this little person and would lay down in front of a bus for him/her but at the same time it feels like a little stranger.

The amazing high you feel the first time your lo says mama or gives you a hug. It's unlike any feeling you've ever felt.

Edit to add that the way you feel about your SO will change too. I didn't think it was possible to love DH anymore but to see him with DS makes me love him in a whole different way.

Eayanaw27 · June 2013

MamaSargeToBe:
Okay seriously, now I'm having a sobfest and I haven't even started my day! My heart already feels so full of love for this baby, I just can't imagine how much more it will be when he or she gets here, and I can't wait!!

This:)

swirl25 · June 2013

MrsC731:
The amount of love you have for someone you just met. From the moment he was born my heart felt like its constantly on the verge of exploding with live for him.

This....It might have also been the PP hormones, but I literally burst into happy tears the first time DD smiled at me, around 5-6 weeks. So cliche, but a mother's love really is that strong!

jy725 · June 2013

MamaSargeToBe:
Okay seriously, now I'm having a sobfest and I haven't even started my day! My heart already feels so full of love for this baby, I just can't imagine how much more it will be when he or she gets here, and I can't wait!!

This. And thanks everyone for sharing!

shortms6 · June 2013

I agree with everything that's already been said and would add that hearing your child speak, and especially say, "I love you, mama" is one of the best things you will ever experience. I loved my little newborn but I thoroughly enjoy the toddler stage--she is SO much fun right now. Motherhood changes you for life and you will do anything and everything for your child above your needs.

Ark2013 · June 2013

Night feeding were better than expected for me. I like my sleep and I was dreading being so tired all the time. It wasn't as bad as I thought. Honestly, there is just something about it being so dark and so quiet and feeling like the whole world is asleep but you and your baby. Not caring that you have to get up every 2 hours for an hour at a time throughout the night because you can look down at your sweet baby and not have to share that moment with anyone. It's like a secret meeting between you and your baby.

P.S. I'm a weirdo that loves night feedings. Lol

Joy+BabyNumber3 · June 2013

Right before having my baby I was so nervous and still a little in shock, disbelief, and wonder that I'd really have a child to take care of and would know what to do. But as soon as she was born, this switch flipped, and suddenly, without hesitation, I had this confidence. I just knew what she needed or if she was uncomfortable and how to fix it. Instinct is a powerful thing.

bishesbcrazy · June 2013

All of this...I probably got butterflies in my stomach every evening for the first year when I drove to pick up DD from daycare. The excitement and anticipation of seeing her smiling face was unreal.

I never truly "got it" when women used to say there is no way to describe how much love you can feel for you child, but now I know exactly what they mean. It is so deep and so raw that there really are no words.

MamaHanna · June 2013

MamaSargeToBe:
Okay seriously, now I'm having a sobfest and I haven't even started my day! My heart already feels so full of love for this baby, I just can't imagine how much more it will be when he or she gets here, and I can't wait!!

Ugh! Right there with you...ladies you are making me cry!

molisar · June 2013

Yep, agree with all of you. I never really felt all that 'connected' to LO when I was pregnant, but holy cow, the emotions I had when he was born... I'm also still amazed how every day is more fun/exciting than the next (I'm assuming this will end when he is ooohhh around 13 years old)? I was also amazed at how naturally motherhood came to me. Before DS, I was never a maternal person at all - I didn't love babies, etc. DS totally changed me.

KFED103 · June 2013

I think it all was better than I expected. But to mention something a little different, I was surprised how becoming a mother brought me new appreciation and understanding of my own mother. I have always had a great relationship with her, but becoming a mother myself allowed me to love her on a deeper level

cecilia1898 · June 2013

When I saw how smitten my husband was with my daughter and how in awe he was of her, I couldn't imagine being with anyone else and I was surprised by how physically attracted I was to him. Those hormones had me thinking he was like some superhero! Unfortunately for him, those hormones wore off- but he's still a fantastic dad and I try to remember how I felt back then when he's driving me nuts.

DubbleDubs · June 2013

Ark2013:
Night feeding were better than expected for me. I like my sleep and I was dreading being so tired all the time. It wasn't as bad as I thought. Honestly, there is just something about it being so dark and so quiet and feeling like the whole world is asleep but you and your baby. Not caring that you have to get up every 2 hours for an hour at a time throughout the night because you can look down at your sweet baby and not have to share that moment with anyone. It's like a secret meeting between you and your baby. P.S. I'm a weirdo that loves night feedings. Lol

Yes!!!! Me too!

MalDR0418 · June 2013

The pride that overwhelms you every time they do something new...first smile, laugh, rolling over, sitting up, steps, first words. Amazing! Oh and the fact that your phone and camera's will now be filled with 99% pictures of your baby/kids and 1% other stuff/people/you and hubby.

Lawren · June 2013

I cried at every milestone he hit. My heart wanted to burst with love every time he learned something new. The first time he looked me in the eyes and smiled it killed me.

insertclevername · June 2013

I was overwhelmed by the fierce love I felt for him. It wasn't automatic but it developed over time. Even to this day, when I am having a bad day the only thing I want to do is go home, hug DS tight and give him a kiss. I think my heart will break into a million pieces if he ever stops wanting me to hug him.

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