Hey there, Mama.
We may not have met, but I see you. I’ve navigated the same path (albeit slowly, so my little one could keep up). I’ve donned your baby carrier, feeling the strain of my ever-growing child pressing into my hips and shoulders. I’ve taken your car, filled to the brim with bulky car seats, strollers, toys, diaper bags, sippy cups, and the inevitable trail of Cheerios. I’ve shared your bed, waking multiple times each night to nurse, comfort, chase away nightmares, or simply remind my child that I’m there.
I’ve experienced the highs and lows that come with your love.
Oh, that love! Sometimes, it feels like too much, right? The joy is often accompanied by worry, frustration, and sheer exhaustion. Love is weighty, Mama. It’s overwhelming, beautiful, terrifying, and all-consuming. A mother’s love is a treasure trove overflowing with priceless gems. But let’s be real—it’s heavy, and it’s not easy. You can’t embrace that love without feeling its weight; they go hand in hand.
These formative years, Mama, will fortify you. The strength you cultivate now will empower you to carry that love into uncharted territories. It’s substantial and burdensome, yet trust me, you will shoulder it and conquer mountains. You will navigate turbulent waters with it tethered to your heart, drawing you to breathtaking, magical, and sometimes frightening places. These moments are shaping you, building your resilience and preparing you to bear that love through anything life throws your way.
I know it’s tough—often more than you’d like it to be—but it’s also profoundly beautiful in many instances. While I can’t claim to know everything, I can assure you that motherhood is a rollercoaster. It’s a blend of light and dark, joy and despair, calm and chaos, always with that love in tow. That heavy, exquisite load filled with beauty, hope, and a few tremors. It may not lighten, but you will grow stronger, I promise.
So, don’t wish away this time, Mama. Don’t long for a different stage. Don’t imagine a day when this love won’t challenge you. I won’t say you should savor these days because they’re fleeting, but know that when the weight feels overwhelming, it’s just love training you to carry it. It’s tough—so incredibly tough—but your strength is greater than you realize. Motherhood will reveal that to you, if it hasn’t already. Embrace the struggle; it’s a blessing.
And let’s not forget the joy—thank goodness for the joy! It’s the most effective parenting tool if utilized wisely. Seize those joyful moments as they arise and let them seep into your very being. You won’t encounter joy in every single moment of motherhood, but when you do, cherish it. Those joyful instances are like straps and pulleys that make carrying that love much easier.
Seek out other mothers who understand the weight of this love, too. Talk to each other about the feelings it evokes, the beauty it holds, and the challenges it presents. It’s perfectly okay to recognize both the beauty and the difficulties in equal measure. It’s not meant to be simple. But together, we can share our joys, remind one another of our strength, and say, “Yes, I understand. It’s hard.” On days when our love is gliding smoothly, we can lend a hand to a fellow mom struggling to push hers uphill. We need each other, Mama. All of us.
When I reflect on my early days of motherhood, a wave of emotions washes over me. Those tiny beings are full of potential, their futures limitless, and that love for them is an exhilarating mix of wonder and concern. There were times I felt that love was too much to bear, and occasionally, I still do, despite years of growing accustomed to it. But that love and I have weathered storms together, and it has made me strong—stronger every day.
And it will strengthen you, too. I promise.
Carry on, Mama.
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Summary
Motherhood is a journey filled with love that is both beautiful and challenging. While the weight of that love can feel overwhelming at times, it ultimately strengthens us. Embrace the joys and struggles, seek support from fellow mothers, and remember that this experience shapes you in ways you might not yet understand. Carry on, Mama, for you are far stronger than you know.