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The Burden of a Mother’s Love
Parenting
Hello, Mama.
While we may not know each other personally, I can relate to your journey. I’ve navigated the same paths, albeit a little slower, so my little one could keep pace. I’ve felt the strain of a baby carrier as my growing child pressed against my hips and shoulders. I’ve driven your car, filled to the brim with bulky car seats, strollers, toys, diaper bags, sippy cups, and scattered snacks. I’ve shared your bed, waking multiple times each night to nurse, comfort, or chase away nightmares, simply to reassure my presence as a mother.
I’ve experienced the ecstasy and chaos of your love.
That love—oh, how profound it is. At times, it feels overwhelming, doesn’t it? The worry that accompanies it, the frustration that can emerge, and the exhaustion it often brings. Love is a heavy burden, dear Mama. It’s consuming, awe-inspiring, and at times, intimidating. It’s a source of joy, affirmation, and sacredness. A mother’s love is challenging, from the first moments to many years later. It’s like a treasure chest brimming with riches, yet it’s not light, nor is it simple. You cannot embrace this love without acknowledging its weight; they are forever intertwined.
However, these formative years, Mama, will fortify your strength. The resilience you cultivate now will empower you to carry that love into uncharted territories. This love may be substantial and burdensome, but trust me when I say you will shoulder it and traverse mountains. You will navigate turbulent waters with this love tethered to your heart, pushing and pulling you into places both unimaginable and breathtaking. These years are conditioning you, enhancing your endurance to bear this love through all trials.
I understand it’s tough, often overwhelmingly so. Yet, I also recognize the indescribable beauty that accompanies it. While I may not have all the answers, I can assure you that motherhood is a mix of highs and lows, light and dark, joy and sorrow. It’s a balance of calm and storms, all while carrying that profound love. Although it may not lighten, you will grow stronger, I assure you.
Do not wish for a different time or season, nor envision a moment when this love will cease to challenge you. I won’t urge you to relish these days simply because they pass swiftly, but I want you to realize that during the weighty moments—those are times when love is training you to sustain it. It is difficult, indeed. But your strength and capacity are far greater than you perceive. Motherhood will reveal this to you in time. The challenges are indeed a blessing.
And the joy—oh, let us give thanks for the joy. Joy serves as an invaluable tool in parenting when harnessed correctly. Cherish each joyful moment as it arises, allowing it to seep into your very being. You may not encounter joy in every instant of motherhood, but focus on those moments when you do. They act as supports, making the burden of love more manageable.
And remember to connect with other mothers who share this experience. Discuss the feelings associated with carrying this love, the beauty it holds, and the heaviness it can sometimes impose. It’s important to recognize both the beauty and challenges in equal measure. This journey isn’t meant to be easy. Yet, by sharing our joys and reminding one another of our inherent strength, we can uplift each other. On days when your love feels effortless, extend your strength to a fellow mom who may be struggling. We need each other, Mama.
Reflecting on my early motherhood days, I am filled with many emotions. Those little ones are so innocent, their futures boundless, and the love we hold for them is a mix of wonder and concern. There were moments when the love felt too heavy for me to bear, and even now, I sometimes feel that weight despite years of adaptation. But that love and I have endured much together, and it has fortified me. It continues to strengthen me, day by day.
And it will empower you as well, I promise.
Carry on, Mama.
This article was originally published on Jan. 26, 2014.
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