Posted by admin | Posted in Mommyhood, hypotonia | Posted on 04-09-2009
I started this blog to get out some of my emotions dealing with the daily struggles of having a child with hypotonia. I also hoped to reach other parents out there who may be going through similar situations.
How exciting is it that my blog has gone global already?!?! I have a new “blog friend” who lives in Australia and I just received an email from another mom in Canada. I’m so happy that moms are finding my blog. I hope they are finding some inspiration, hope, information, etc. while reading it.
Thanks to everyone who stops by! I hope to discover more moms from around the world. Parenting is a global topic that connects us all, especially mommies.
Posted by admin | Posted in Mommyhood | Posted on 12-08-2009
Yet another mommy myth. I love how every mom you meet always says things to you like “oh, it gets easier.” Well, that one thing you are currently struggling with may get easier, but it’s replaced by another struggle, sometimes two or more.
Why do mothers not want to share the truth? Do we forget once we are past that part of mommyhood, or do we not want to scare mommies?
I’m here to hopefully be truthful to any mommy who is brave enough to listen.
Posted by admin | Posted in Mommyhood, hypotonia | Posted on 11-08-2009
One thing no one really tells you about before becoming a mom is all of the advice and opinions you hear once you have your precious bundle of joy.
Sometimes people actually offer constructive criticism, I mean advice. Other times, it makes me wonder if they are really just trying to push my buttons and be intentionally mean or judgmental.
With our situation, I’ve heard almost more than I can stand to hear. I’ve heard such ridiculous things like “oh, he doesn’t walk because you hold him too much and you don’t make him do anything.” Another great one: “all you do is hold him and nurse him.” Um, hello?!?! He’s a baby, that’s what they do.
For awhile, I would second-guess myself. After all, these opinions came from seasoned parents, so they should know right?? NO!!! Every mother and child is different and I’ve learned over time to trust my instincts and know that I’m the best mommy I can be (on most days anyway). I do still place some blame on myself though for not picking up on the cues sooner or getting him into therapy earlier. There is nothing I can do about that now. We have to live in moment and know that things will be ok.
