Whenever I talk about motherhood with women who are pregnant with their first child or planning to have a baby in the near future, I always mention how transformative it is to become a mom. Compared to the milestone that they probably went through most recently, getting married, there’s really no comparison. Motherhood changes you, fundamentally.
But, in addition to the amazing unconditional love and intense joy, the thing I loved best about becoming a mom was how crystal clear my priorities became. If Sienna was fed, bathed, clothed, happy, and rested – all was right in the world. Focusing on her needs was liberating, because it made all the trivial things I used to worry about seem insignificant. My world became smaller and better.
There’s something about holding my child that makes me feel complete, grounded, and content.
There’s nothing better.