Dear first time mother's

#Repost  - @BUMP BABY + CO

When you become a mum the first time...

• some people may push you to do things their way. 
• Make you think your clueless & you will deal with a lot of unnecessary bullshit, judgement & opinions! 

because everyone seems to have an opinion about what’s best & what is wrong or offensive. You will feel completely overwhelmed & exhausted but honestly I never a met a new mum who hasn’t.
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• You breastfeed in public, it’s offensive.
• You breastfeed your child for what people consider is to long it’s offensive.
• You don’t breastfeed for long enough, you’re not trying hard enough.
• You bottle feed it’s offensive.
• You co-sleep it’s offensive.
• You have a routine you’re to controlling.
• You have a natural birth you’re trying to be to much of a hero.
• You have a cesarean & you’re“too posh to push”.
• You have lost your baby weight to fast.
• You haven’t lost your baby weight fast enough.
• You’re a stay at home mum, you’ve given up all your dreams.
• You’re a working mum & you’re selfish.

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Seriously this is a never-ending list & there is always going to be someone offended or judgemental when it comes to the choices you make as a mother. The biggest lesson I have learnt & the best advice I can give you as a first time Mum is “PROTECT YOUR ENERGY”.
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You don’t owe anyone an explanation for the choices you make. People will judge you no matter what you do but you have the power & you have the right to do what works for you & your baby.
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So enjoy this roller coaster ride, there will be a lot of ups & downs but I promise you it’s one bloody amazing ride!!!.
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Love from a Momma who’s been there!!! Xx.