5 More Things I Learned as a New Mom

Here's five more things I learned as a new mom. Pretty soon, I'll have to change the title to just 5 Things I Learned as a Mom!

Number 5 - You're Already Proud of Them

Every little thing they do makes you proud. When they roll over, when they stand, when they babble, everything. Even things they have no control over, like their teeth, are big deals.








Number 4 - If You Don't Like It, Neither Do They

This one is kind of common sense, but it still can take getting used to. If it's too hot for you, it's too hot for them, same with cold. Pretty self-explanatory.






Number 3 - You Don't Need Any Fancy Products

These days, there are all sorts of silly products out there for parents, as I've written twice before. Things to mix formula, to warm wipes, to vibrate and "calm and soothe." None of that stuff is needed. Women in the fifties didn't have any newfangled gadgets, and they did just fine.  While it may be more convenient, it's by no means necessary.




Number 2 - Sometimes They Just Have to Cry It Out

Sometimes, there's just nothing wrong and they're still crying. In that case, it's usually best to just let them cry it out. You may feel guilty about it, but sometimes you have to. For your sanity and for their own good.





Number 1 - If Your Kid Will Play Quietly, Take Advantage!

This is another one you may feel guilty about, but if they will sit there and play quietly by themselves, don't feel bad about going to take a shower, or reading a book, or anything. You need time to you and time alone is good for them, too. A baby will tell you when they have to have attention (and sometimes you have to let them cry), if they aren't begging for it, don't feel guilty about taking time for you.