Some wording help please!
Jan 16, 2015 18:54:30 GMT -5
Post by nanaosaki06 on Jan 16, 2015 18:54:30 GMT -5
So, I'm writing my cousin a letter to read after I've gone. I'm trying to give her advice, but I don't want to come off as offensive in any way. So, how is it?
I know we haven’t been as close as we used to be. However, I still remember how close we once were. Growing up you were the closest thing I had to a sister, and I really wanted to be there for you as you got older. I tried as a teenager, but life always finds ways of making things not happen. I know you and I aren’t on the same paths, in many ways. However, I’d love to help you in any way I can. In doing so I want to offer you love, support, and motherly advice.
You’re embarking upon a very wonderful, fulfilling, and beautiful journey. However, being a mother is far from an easy task. You now have to do everything for your child, not just for you or your significant other. Your world, is her world. The first 3 to 4 months are also some of the most stressful and wonderful times of your life. Cherish the newborn stage, it truly is a wonderful experience. You might find this time to be filled with round the clock feedings, hourly wake ups at night, explosive poop messes, spit up, and not being able to take a shower every day (or even every few days). You can feel like you’ll never get a break from the baby since breast feeding at the breast, is the most essential part of the first 2 to 3 months of your childs life. These feelings are ok, and they are all normal. Newborns have growth spurts every week or two and the wonder weeks (or developmental leaps) every other week. This is why you are so important. They don’t know anyone else, but you.
I know when I was a new mom things seemed so new, and sometimnes scary. This too is normal. The best advice I can give any new mother is to their own research. Don’t just depend on what your elders, or even your pediatrician says. Often times they are not up to date on current studies or recommendations, and some suggestions can hurt your baby without you realizing it. So, do some reading. Look up what the American Association of Pediatrics has to say on a subject and inform yourself. This way you can make educated decisions on what is best for your family. Since, what was done 20 years ago is not what is recommended today. All this information is at your fingertips as well, and the internet can be a wonderful resource if you know where to look. Also, finding a group of mothers going through the same things you are can really, really help you. Going to La Leche League meeting can not only help you with breastfeeding, but can help you establish a great group of mom friends. I have found my own group of mom friends through my Babywearing International, and it has been a sanity saver at times.
I really wish you the best of luck, and I think you are going to make a great mother. I am always here for you if you need any help at all. You know that I love this period of a womans life, it’s a wonderful time of life. I’ve dedicated my whole life to it, and in doing so I’d love to be there for you as well. If you have any questions or need support for anything you can contact me. Also, with all my gifts I have included a list of local La Leche League groups, IBCLC certified lactation consultants, and local babywearing groups. Use them if you need any help. I wish you the best of luck, and I love you.
I know we haven’t been as close as we used to be. However, I still remember how close we once were. Growing up you were the closest thing I had to a sister, and I really wanted to be there for you as you got older. I tried as a teenager, but life always finds ways of making things not happen. I know you and I aren’t on the same paths, in many ways. However, I’d love to help you in any way I can. In doing so I want to offer you love, support, and motherly advice.
You’re embarking upon a very wonderful, fulfilling, and beautiful journey. However, being a mother is far from an easy task. You now have to do everything for your child, not just for you or your significant other. Your world, is her world. The first 3 to 4 months are also some of the most stressful and wonderful times of your life. Cherish the newborn stage, it truly is a wonderful experience. You might find this time to be filled with round the clock feedings, hourly wake ups at night, explosive poop messes, spit up, and not being able to take a shower every day (or even every few days). You can feel like you’ll never get a break from the baby since breast feeding at the breast, is the most essential part of the first 2 to 3 months of your childs life. These feelings are ok, and they are all normal. Newborns have growth spurts every week or two and the wonder weeks (or developmental leaps) every other week. This is why you are so important. They don’t know anyone else, but you.
I know when I was a new mom things seemed so new, and sometimnes scary. This too is normal. The best advice I can give any new mother is to their own research. Don’t just depend on what your elders, or even your pediatrician says. Often times they are not up to date on current studies or recommendations, and some suggestions can hurt your baby without you realizing it. So, do some reading. Look up what the American Association of Pediatrics has to say on a subject and inform yourself. This way you can make educated decisions on what is best for your family. Since, what was done 20 years ago is not what is recommended today. All this information is at your fingertips as well, and the internet can be a wonderful resource if you know where to look. Also, finding a group of mothers going through the same things you are can really, really help you. Going to La Leche League meeting can not only help you with breastfeeding, but can help you establish a great group of mom friends. I have found my own group of mom friends through my Babywearing International, and it has been a sanity saver at times.
I really wish you the best of luck, and I think you are going to make a great mother. I am always here for you if you need any help at all. You know that I love this period of a womans life, it’s a wonderful time of life. I’ve dedicated my whole life to it, and in doing so I’d love to be there for you as well. If you have any questions or need support for anything you can contact me. Also, with all my gifts I have included a list of local La Leche League groups, IBCLC certified lactation consultants, and local babywearing groups. Use them if you need any help. I wish you the best of luck, and I love you.
