There is one thing I can say about mothers that pretty much sums it up for me and that word is superwoman. My mom is by far that definition to me and as I have realized becoming a mother myself is that we mothers do a lot for our family, jobs and don’t always have the time for yourself that we strongly need.
Of course, before moms begin learning about their superpowers they are as nervous and anxious than ever before. Being a new mom can be tiring. It is a whole new territory but a new cute face to look after. I dedicate this article to you to hopefully inspire you and uplift you.
Here is What New Moms Should Know
- There is going to be good days & bad days- By having a support team around you such as your family and friends, you will be able to get through your days a whole lot better. Being a new mom can feel like you are alone in this process regardless of who is around you. This little cute face is relying on you 24/7 and that can be overwhelming especially when you just want to do regular things such as sleep, eat and shower.
- Don’t be afraid to ask for help- It can be easy to say that you want to do it all. You want to prove to yourself that you can do this but when you’re a new mom, everything is new. Everything is not as it used to be so it is okay to ask for help. There is nothing wrong with asking for help with your baby from time to time. You deserve a break and your body needs it more than ever. Also, get advice from other moms. It is all in the process of finding yourself as a mom.
- It is okay to change your mom plan- I for one thought my mom plan was going to be in a certain way, I was going to be a stay at home mom, cook fresh food and craft all the time with my son. In reality, I had to eventually go to work, I still don’t know to cook and my son couldn’t care less about crafting. It is okay to look through mom books and scroll through websites or follow in your mom’s footsteps but at the end of the day, you are creating your own mom plan that will be evolving as you grow.
- Talk to Someone- Even if your family or friends can’t be physically there all the time, reach out by calling them to express what you are going through. The best people to talk to is the ones who have been through it before. They are the ones who can give you the encouragement to keep going past all the challenges. Holding your feelings inside is never the answer but if you have a moment when were you can express your feelings through a journal on your phone or a quick chat with your mom, I strongly recommend it. There is going to be times when you feel at your worst so a shoulder to lean on is the release you need from that pressure.
- You Got This!– All moms have been in the same shoes as you with one baby or two so remember that this is a once in a lifetime experience. You only get being a new mom once. As much as it can be stressful, messy and tiring, you are doing your best. This cute little face appreciates it even though he/she can’t fully say it, take the smiles as a thank you. Be proud of what you have accomplished so far as a parent.
So, gift a new mom with something sweet.
Go for unique sentimental gifts for new moms. I don’t believe that you should only give a gift for only three days out of the year but to take the moment to do so more than that. It’s that least expected moment that really pulls at the heartstrings.
Memory Lane
Not too long ago, I bought my mom a photo book. I knew that she had been through a lot so I created this book and filled it with images of my siblings, my son and with cute quotes as well as empowering words from me. I wanted her to start the new year feeling great so I designed it with the thought that she could look through it whenever she needed a little pick me up.
My plan was received well! She loves it and has it displayed in her room. You could create one too for a new mom in your life. Shutterfly makes this process very simple. All you have to do is upload your photos and drag it into the suggested boxes. In no time you will have a similar photo book ready to go.
Post Card
I don’t know about you but no one really mails things anymore. Apart from online shopping and bills, we don’t really have that awesome moment of getting a nice letter or postcards anymore.
The idea of sending a postcard came from my mom. She sent me a postcard when I was pregnant when she noticed that I was going through a tough time. It was a clever idea to created a cute postcard but when it that arrived with the mail it made me smile. She included positive and encouraging words that really cheered me up and brightens up my day whenever I think about it.
This idea is so simple to duplicate yet it hits your heart way better than if my mom had texted me this. The extra effort is what really made me appreciate it more.
Of course, there are other gifts mothers will enjoy.
Photo Albums
There is something special about a photo album. As much as all my pictures can be stored online I still love going through a photo album. I find it fun adding in the photos and flipping through the pages. It is a great way to display baby photos, special occasions and vacations. Another option is creating a scrapbook which is perfect for a crafty individual. New moms will enjoy going through the photos.
Drinkware
Is your mom a tea drinker or a coffee drinker? If your mom has a ‘wait, coffee first‘ mindset then she will need a mug. Mugs are a classic go-to. There are boatloads of creative and simple mugs out there that speak to your mom’s taste. Think about your mom’s style or her favourite colour. In my opinion, the best mugs are the ones that have a darling picture of you as a child or even your favourite photo from a special occasion. Look through baby images and have it added to a mug.
Comfortable Surprise
We all know blankets are what most people gift babies, however, why not gift a new mom with a soft throw blanket that can cover both mom and baby. It is a useful gift that she will not grow out of. There are many ways you can customize a blanket that doesn’t involve knitting all by yourself. You can customize one online with simply adding the last name of the family or you can add some fantastic photos of the family to really make it stand out. I created my blanket from Shutterfly for my mom so that you could surround herself with family any time.
Final Thoughts
I hope this inspired you in some way or another. Being a new mom is not easy but with the advice above you are on the right path. Remember that there is going to be good days & bad days but don’t be afraid to ask for help. Don’t worried when your mom plan doesn’t go as planned and talk to someone about what you are going through because you got this. As for gifts for new moms, you really can’t go wrong with unique sentimental gifts such as a photo book, postcard, photo album, drinkware or a customized throw blanket.
