It’s no secret that pregnancy can change our bodies, but it seems to have a profound impact on our emotions as well. Since becoming a mother, I’ve found myself in a constant state of heightened emotion, a phenomenon I like to call “Momnesia.” Once upon a time, I considered myself the strong one—never prone to tears. Crying was something I reserved for the privacy of my own shower, as it always made me feel vulnerable. But now? I’ve misplaced my emotional armor and find myself crying at the drop of a hat. I could easily star in a melodramatic Hallmark movie!
Here are just a few of the things that have reduced me to tears in the past month:
- Pampers Commercials – Honestly, the marketing geniuses behind these ads deserve an award. They really know how to tug at your heartstrings! Even as a cloth diapering mom, I can’t help but want to buy Pampers after watching those precious scenes of babies sleeping and mothers cherishing their moments. It’s just too much!
- A Lysol Commercial – An online video about bringing a baby home hit me hard. It took me back to the moment my first child was born. My husband and I looked at each other, both astonished, thinking, “Whoa, our hearts just exploded! What do we do now?” I’m tearing up just recalling it!
- My Child’s Sweet Words – My oldest son often surprises me with a heartfelt “I love you, Momma!” followed by a hug that feels like the world’s tightest embrace. Cue the waterworks!
- Cleaning Out Baby Clothes – As my youngest turned one, I faced the bittersweet task of sorting through his baby clothes for donation. Each tiny onesie felt like a punch to the gut, and I couldn’t help but cry.
- Selling Baby Gear – The same emotions surfaced when I had to let go of the Jumperoo. I literally had to pry my fingers away from it; it was as if my uterus was in denial.
- Haircut Woes – I thought I could easily take my son for a haircut, but when I was told there’d be a 45-minute wait, I lost it in the car. I ended up giving him a haircut myself. Spoiler alert: it didn’t go well.
- Decorating the Tree Together – This past holiday season marked the first year my son truly understood the joy of putting ornaments on the tree. After we finished, I found myself crying, though I’m not entirely sure why.
- Watching My Baby Grow – Every night, I glance at my youngest in his crib and can’t believe how fast he’s growing. It feels like he’s shedding his babyhood overnight, and it’s a little heartbreaking.
- Stories of Sick Children – Whenever I come across news about a sick or hurt child, I break down. I can’t resist clicking on those stories, even knowing that they’ll leave me in tears. It’s like a self-imposed emotional torture.
- My “Baby” is One! – When Baby Center referred to my youngest as a toddler, I lost it. My baby is growing up!
Sometimes I find myself chuckling at my tearful reactions. Why do I feel everything so deeply now? Why does motherhood unleash a torrent of emotions that I once managed to suppress? Do our hormones ever find a balance? Or should I just accept that I’ll be carrying tissues in my pocket for the foreseeable future?
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In summary, motherhood has brought forth an overwhelming wave of emotions that I never anticipated. From commercials to heartfelt moments with my children, it seems like everything can make me cry these days. Whether it’s joy, nostalgia, or empathy, my heart feels everything tenfold now!