"I used to be good at things. I used to be able to hold a conversation without mentally calculating how many ounces the baby drank today. I used to feel ‘bored’—what a luxury that was."
When I became a mom, I thought I knew what to expect. I had read all the books, attended the parenting classes, and listened to the advice of friends and family members. But nothing – and I mean nothing – could have prepared me for the reality of motherhood. The sleepless nights, the endless worrying, the constant questioning of whether I'm doing everything right – it's a lot to take in. mom pov new