New Mom Days

A woman is reborn when she becomes a mother. Heard this so many times from all my friends who were blessed by the presence of a child in their lives or from elders. But actually realized the relevance of the same when a baby boy came into my arms.On 2 Oct 2010, Annhad(means eternal) my son was born and so was I. As time passed I felt my life changing. My sleep schedule, my eating schedule even the schedule for my fitness all were compromised. I was the one with whom everyone came into sync. But here I was coming in sync with my son. Though I was liking every bit of the changes but I had to take some steps to bring some kind of balance in my life and everything around. 
1. The first and foremost thing that I did was to listen to myself. As you become a new mom there would be plenty of suggestions coming your way. People around would bombard you with information that your system would hang. There would be so much of overload that you can tend to lose your confidence. Its the time that you realize that you are "THE MOM" of this baby and you have the confidence in you to give the best to your child. God has given this lovely power to the moms around that they will select the best for their children. So, I played it by the year. As an when a situation would arise, I would analyse and act accordingly. And I assure you, I have selected the best possible option. Also remember not to compare your child or your motherhood style with others. You as well as your child are an individual. What is best for your child might not be good for others and vice versa. So, listen to your heart and love yourself and your child to your heart's content.

2. Second best thing that I did to myself was that I took good care of myself. Sleep is one thing that is affected, once this little bundle of happiness comes into your way. So, whenever I got time to take rest, I sneaked in my sleep. It is very important to have the energy to take care of your child and specially if you are feeding your child. sleep when he sleeps and do your chores once he is wide awake. I followed the following schedule religiously:
  (a) Eating 5 servings of seasonal fruits daily.
  (b) Drinking a glass of milk every morning, early evening and night.
  (c) Drinking lots of water.
  (d) Eating light food like lentils and green leafy vegetables.

3. Last best thing that I included in my life was to enjoy every moment of my time with my son.  Bringing the child into this world was entirely my decision and I took the decision when I was ready to be a mom. I know this fact also that as a mother I need to make maximum changes in my life as no one can replace my presence in my son's life. So its best to enjoy every moment rather than thinking that everything is being compromised. First few months when my son did not give any expression to whatever I said, I enjoyed being with him, drawing birds, trees, cars on his room's wall. And I did it with fabric colors as I wanted no toxic fumes in my room. Once he started to respond my presence, I danced, I sang and I chatted those long hours. Even when he was feeding, I connected the maximum with him. I shared all my feelings with him and told him my heart out what I have planned for him. I knew he did not understand a word but still I connected.

My mantra for all my times after becoming a mom was that this time will not come back into my life again. So enjoy it to the fullest. Give the best environment to your baby.  Smile with him, dance with him. Sing songs and make the most of everything.