We love our Supermoms! This month we’ve asked
you to share about your lives as mothers. Here are your answers! And we might
be biased, but we’re so proud to be in a community with moms like you!
Why do you love being a mom?
On the rare occasion my kids do something that
makes me smile and feel like I'm doing a good job. For example, we were outside
playing at a playground and there were 4 siblings there with 3 scooters. All
the older kids took the 3 scooters and took off leaving the youngest crying
because he wanted to ride one. My daughter ran to our house and got her scooter
for him to play with. I was so proud of her for being so kind and
noticing/fixing the problem.
(Sorry, I guess I shouldn't say on the
"rare occasion" I meant that I rarely get to witness these things
because they are in school or I'm just not there to see it.)
Stacy R.
Getting to see and be a part of so much of their
development. Watching them go from sweet sleepy babes, snuggling on my chest to
crawlers discovering their world to little people sitting there reading a book
to himself (one I've read to him a million times) and challenging boundaries,
becoming more confident.
Also motherhood has given me so much more
confidence as a person. I'm better at dealing with stress and trusting my gut,
seeing the big picture and letting go of the bad.
Kim S.
What did your mom teach you about being a mom?
To always keep them in your prayers and you
really don’t know everything because kids surprise us.
Bianca M.
That my brothers and I were the best
accomplishment of her life and to treat all people with respect!
Sarah G.
What is something no one told you about motherhood?
That it's okay to be frustrated and make
mistakes and feel like you don't know what the heck you are doing - your kids
will love you anyway!
Donna W.
Remember nobody's perfect. Everybody has a
different way of doing things and that's fine! Life will go on and the little
things that you screw up will soon be forgotten! Be a peaceful mama and kids
and hug every boo boo!
Kristen C.
That sometimes your child will say something do
profound that it will stop you in your tracks. And you'll know it will all be
OK.
Caley C.
What advice do you have for a first time mother?
Breathe!
I've learned we all seem to have the same or
similar worries and the babes have their own timetable. You aren't alone, you
aren't weird, and there is no shame in asking for help/support!
Katja W.L.
Hire a postpartum doula or have someone hire one
for you.
McRae B.
What is the funniest thing one of your children has done?
When my now 12 yr old son was 2, he was helping
me put away groceries. I had bought douche, and the box had opened, so all the
bottles (sans applicators) were loose in the bag. My son comes running to me,
douche bottle in each hand, yelling "Kool-aid, mommy, Kool-aid!" He
then proceeded to have a complete melt down, first because I said no, then
because I couldn't help laughing like crazy lol. 10 years later, I still get a
laugh out of it.
Amy F.
My potty training son tried to poop in the yard
the other day because the dog does it.
Sara L.
What is the best advice another mom gave you?
Don't get caught up in when your children hit
milestones compared to other people's children. They will all get there, it's
not a race. Just enjoy it!
Kyndal F.
She said "Don’t listen to other moms."
Bryanna S.
Smile and say "thank you" to the
random pieces of advice you get (from family, friends, and strangers); then do
what you want to do. You know you and you know your kid better than anyone.
*My mom told me this and included herself. Even
now (I have a 4.5 yo and a 9 m.o.) when she gives me advice, she reminds me
that I don't have to take it.
Evelyn C.
Be careful when confronting a mother, because
the kids will be playing at recess tomorrow with it all forgotten!
Lanette Z.
Enjoy your children at the stage they are in and
try not to rush it. They are really only little once. And, appreciate
(verbally) ANYTHING your hubby does to help with the baby.... even if he doesn’t
do it just like you do
Karyn W.
Get an amber necklace... and if you have no
energy Franklin Goose will mail it to you!!!! Every momma has been so thankful
to know you all will do this for them.
Christine G.
(Thanks, Christine! It’s our pleasure.)
What is your favorite Mothers’ Day memory?
Right now. Laying on the beach with Zoe sleeping
on my chest. I’ll never forget this moment. Amazing!
Katie C.
How many hugs did you get as gifts on Mother’s Day?
I got kisses from a baby that learned to
"give me a kiss" and "blow a kiss to mommy" this week. Best
present ever!
Katie C.
Thanks again to all of our parents who shared with us! Your
stories are wonderful, and your advice is a big help!