Today, it hit me that my 3-year-old is growing less attached to his beloved blanket. Meanwhile, I realized I’ve never once rocked my 21-month-old to sleep. Being the third child in the family means she gets a quick kiss and is tossed into her crib without so much as a second thought.
With my eldest now rejecting bedtime rocking and my middle child only permitting it occasionally, I find myself longing to rock someone to sleep. It’s maddening!
Let me tell you, motherhood really does drive you a little crazy. In fact, I think I qualify as completely bonkers. To illustrate my point, I’ve pulled together a family snapshot from October 2012, just two months after what I like to call The Great Negotiation. This picture practically screams, “WE NEED MORE KIDS!”
What is The Great Negotiation?
It was a lengthy campaign where I tried to convince my husband, Mark, that we weren’t finished expanding our family, despite the fact that we were living on a single income and already had two demanding boys—one of whom was still in diapers. I just felt an undeniable urge to add another baby to the mix.
The entire negotiation unfolded over a date night at a local restaurant. After wearing him down, Mark finally conceded with, “FINE. But I need to get a vasectomy before the baby arrives.” To which I responded, “FINE. I’m ordering a beer.” Less than a year later, our daughter was born.
Fast forward to a year after her arrival, and I found myself regretting that vasectomy decision. Why? Because I believe I have a condition known as Motherhood.
Resources for Your Motherhood Journey
If you’re curious about the journey of motherhood and how to navigate it, you might want to check out some resources on pregnancy and home insemination, like this one on artificial insemination. If you’re considering starting your family, you can find helpful information about at-home insemination kits and even browse 21-piece kits that can aid in your journey.
In summary, motherhood has a way of making us feel a bit off-kilter, yet it also drives our desire for more love—no matter how chaotic it may seem.
Keyphrase: Motherhood Journey
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