Parenting
By Dr. Emily Carter
Updated: September 19, 2017
Originally Published: June 3, 2013
A friend of mine, Sarah, welcomed her first child just a month after I gave birth to my second. She has shared her experiences on social media, highlighting the significant changes she’s undergone as a new mother. From persistent back pain to the challenge of carrying an extra ten pounds, she often wonders when she will feel like her old self again.
My response to her was straightforward: “You will never be the same again.”
What Changes to Expect
- Your back may always have a slight ache.
- Your breasts might not regain their former firmness.
- Your abdomen may retain a little pooch.
- Your hips may remain wider than before.
- Everything from your hair and skin to your bladder control will be altered in some way, whether positively or negatively.
Sleep patterns will shift dramatically, and you may find yourself in nursing bras for an extended period. Expect to have little privacy in the bathroom for the next few years and to discuss bodily functions far more often than anticipated. Clean floors will be a rarity, and it may take years before you wear a garment free of stains. Frequent manicures and haircuts may become a thing of the past, and daily chores like laundry and dishwashing might be incomplete more often than not.
The Positive Side of Transformation
However, there are aspects of your transformation that I didn’t mention to her:
- Your smile will be wider.
- Your laughter will be fuller.
- Your eyes will shine with a newfound brightness.
- Your arms will be constantly occupied.
- Your heart will feel as if it’s walking outside your body.
- Your capacity for love will expand beyond measure.
So yes, after welcoming a child (or several), you will never return to your previous self. Yet, this change is not only acceptable—it’s something you will come to cherish.
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Conclusion
In summary, the journey into motherhood fundamentally alters your identity, but it also enriches your life in ways you may never have expected.
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