So my son is 13 months. He is a very sweet boy and very opinionated in a good way. I still work from home but just in a slightly different aspect. I can set my own time as to when to call my customers. I have learned many things in this first year so here are my top 10 things I learned in my first year as a new mom.
1. Take the time you need if you can to just spend with your new baby, don't rush it.
2. Breast feeding is great......but you are not in any way, shape or form a failure if you can't and don't go spending a ton of money trying to breast feed like I did.
3. Dr's have there ideas of how to raise your little one and many times they have valid points but only you and your mom instincts know what is truly best for your baby and your family.
4. Reading and going to classes about how child birth will be is fine but leave room in your mind that things may not go exactly as they say.
5. Don't spend a ton of money on clothing the first year they grow out of them to fast.
6. Remember you and your little one are learning about each other. Think of each day as a learning experience , and it's ok to not be perfect. In you babies eyes you always will be.
7. Don't worry about the house not being super clean or grass being cut. These things never change and will wait. Your little one grows fast put them first!
8. Stage 3 baby food in the squeeze pouches mixed with a little water in a sippy cup makes a great smoothie.
9. Remember to be thankful for this little one no matter how crazy your day was.
10. Always tell them you love them and kiss them good night. Than in the morning take time to have a special just the two of you moment.
Well that's my list. I hope this helps or gives you something to think about.
And as always remember to snuggle with those babies.
