Comments on: Why I sucked being a first time mom

By: Dee

Dee — Thu, 26 Mar 2015 17:00:25 +0000

I spoke in my head too. Alot of this sounds like me. It bothers me sometimes that I had a difficult time having a good time in year 1. I realize I have a difficult time “letting go” and smelling the roses.
I hug my girl extra tight and enjoy everything about her and our experiences now.
Thank you for being so honest. This was beautiful.

By: Sally McKenzie

Sally McKenzie — Thu, 26 Mar 2015 04:32:36 +0000

Thank you for this post…because it is exactly how I am feeling at this moment as a first-time mom with my one-month old daughter. I’m so glad there are other women out there who felt the same way.

By: Maya Fitz

Maya Fitz — Sat, 21 Mar 2015 01:33:00 +0000

In reply to Fab Frugal Mama Lisa (@fabfrugalmama). Thanks so much Lisa. I really appreciate that. I really hope others who felt the same read this and know they're not alone

By: Fab Frugal Mama Lisa (@fabfrugalmama)

Fab Frugal Mama Lisa (@fabfrugalmama) — Fri, 20 Mar 2015 14:34:24 +0000

I applaud you for opening up about your feelings when your son was a newborn. While “love at first sight” happens for some, it doesn’t happen for all. It’s one of those things, like breastfeeding, that we hope happens, but if it doesn’t, we shouldn’t beat ourselves up for it. There’s so much going on in a woman’s body when she gives birth that there is no “normal”… the experience is different for everyone. Kudos for sharing your story and helping other Moms realize it’s ok to feel whatever they’re feeling. The more we share and support other Moms, the better off we’ll be.

By: chancesmommy

chancesmommy — Thu, 19 Mar 2015 13:16:56 +0000

I love this post, Maya! You are such a prolific writer and an incredible mother and friend. I only have one child, and some days I think I suck more than others! It’s a constant learning experience 🙂