MY BIRTH STORY + POSTPARTUM EXPERIENCE 👶🏻💕
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 1 ส.ค. 2024
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The fact you kept having to say “please don’t shame me” when it came to feeding your baby broke my heart. You’re doing great and don’t let anyone tell you different ♥️
I JUST LOVVVVVEEEE THIS WOMAN. STEPH YOU ARE AMAZING AND A GODDESS. DONT EVER APOLOGIZE FOR ANYTHING!!!! TH-cam FOREVER QUEEN AND NOW MAMA! SENDING LOVE AND ALL GOOD THINGS YOUR FAMILIES WAY 💗💗💗
Motherhood has you beaming within. 💖 How honest you are with motherhood is refreshing. She’s blessed to have you as a mama
At 3 months you’ll have more movement but not yet. Have patience with yourself
Is it me or is she even more beautiful now that she’s a mom! 😢 Congratulations girl! Sending lots of Love!
I feel like all women get more beautiful with motherhood ❤
Absolutely 💯😍
YES TRUE❤
Yes she is such a gorgeous mama!
Okay I’m not even done watching but I just have to say as a mom of 5 (i know you know this but hear it from me) forget the outside world and what they say. Breastfed, bottle fed… as long as she is fed is what’s best. You don’t owe anyone any explanation. You are her mom and YOU know what’s best for her. You look absolutely beautiful and my heart melted at your expression when you heard her cry. I LOVE this chapter for you!! I am so thrilled for you, you’re doing so amazing and it’s okay if the house is a wreck… it won’t be that way forever. It’s only temporary so try not to stress it. Lots of love and hugs from a long time subscriber not so far away in Rochester❤❤❤ it’s so nice to see your face again! Also take a break from IG if it’s at all triggering your mental and emotional health. It’s not even the real world. xo
Yes, I second all this 💯!
What a beautiful comment 👌🏼
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Such a kind comment … the internet needs more of these ❤
All I have to say is if anyone on here shames you - I’m coming for them.
You don’t have to explain yourself to anyone and you are doing a absolutely FANTASTIC job mama. You do what works best for you and that baby girl and not anyone else. ❤❤❤
I was gona say the same!! If anyone wants to shame anyone for bottle feeding they can come deal with me! Ppl can be so heartless.
As the mother of 3 grown daughters- you listen to me. You are doing fricken great. Even though it’s hard to know now- enjoy every single step of this journey, because I promise you will miss it. I would give anything to hold my little babies again or to just sit and look into their eyes while they drink their bottle( yes, I said BOTTLES 😉) Don’t sweat the small stuff, try and find some time for YOU, and don’t be afraid to ask for help! Best wishes, and sending lots of love to you and your little fam! ❤
Omgosh I didn't even know you were pregnant congrats ❤
I agree, mine are 15 and 12 now and I feel like they will be out of the house too soon and I wish I enjoyed the younger days more! It’s just so hard when you are sleep deprived and don’t have help to stop and smell the roses and then you realize how much you miss it!!!
Amen 🙏🏼
YES! no one talks about how hard it is to feed yourself once the baby is here! It will get easier soon, you’ve got this ❤
I don’t even understand why that is a thing. The food is right there just go eat. Just like going to the bathroom. Go to the bathroom! Go take a shower! The only thing I can understand is the not being able to sleep as much as you want but other than that. Just go do the things you need to do. It’s not that serious.
It’s really not that complicated to understand. You have no time to grocery shop, cook, do dishes and eat because your baby wants to be held nonstop/cries/what’s attention. Sometimes getting a two minute shower in is a struggle. I remember being in the postpartum phase and not having time to eat all day starving. Either a) you never had a baby b) your baby napped great independently during the day c) you had lots of support and help. Either way that’s not the case for all of us so save the negative comments and f* off
@@monikamarciniak8166 I’ve had 4 babies but thanks. And telling me to eff off, real classy. My babies fussed and cried. As all babies do. And everyone has spent type of help. You either have the child’s father or someone else in your life to help you. You couldn’t do it 100% alone cause that either means you are going to work everyday and have child care or you are staying at home with the baby. Which means someone else is involved as staying home generates no money. Sooooo….set the baby down for a few minutes to get things done. Even if they fuss they will be ok for a few minutes to shower or do what you need to do. My child fussed when put down so I found innovative ways to soothe her to be by herself out of necessity. And it worked. Just being frustrated all day holding a baby isn’t good for anyone. What is the point? Don’t act like it’s an impossible feat to bathe or eat a sandwich. You aren’t a special snowflake. Mothers get things done and without feeling sorry for ourselves either. Grow up.
@@anitathompson326 stopping being so judgmental. It’s hard for many new moms to do a simple task as feeding ourselves. Postpartum depression/anxiety and/or a village to help with a newborn - it can be difficult!!
@Anita Thompson She's a first time mother, your insensitive comment can take a back seat. She's not stupid, she's a new mother, be kind.
I’ve been following you since your blue room and seeing the little glimpse of motherhood you’ve shown is so beautiful and I love seeing it.
Best advice I can give you as a mom of two teens…. Everything is about a “season” . Nothing is permanent and things will change when you “think” you kinda have it figured out. Go with the flow and enjoy it ALL ❤❤
Girl, as long as you're feeding your baby, that's all that matters! What works for you and the baby is what matters. I can totally understand not showing her yet due to privacy. I figured that was the reason, anyway. And girl when you were crying so was I. This was a very honest video that is much appreciated ❤
Comparison is the thief of joy. You’re not missing much out here trust me, enjoy your own little world while you can. 💗 congrats on your little sweet girl and thank you for putting this video up, I can only imagine the behind the scenes chaos it took to get this done.
My daughter was super fussy, I always felt like she wanted to be independent. It got better when sat up and then better when she crawled and then walked etc etc. You’re in the thick of it and you’re doing great and giving your baby everything she needs ♥️ be kind to yourself
Being a mom literally brings you to your knees like nothing else because in reality, we have very little control. But HE does! Praying for you and your family ❤ The love is so worth the stress!
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Someone once told me "the fact that you worry that your a bad mom means you really aren't one because you care", it's so normal to feel this way in this huge life shift into motherhood, we actually mourn the loss of our old selves while starting this new journey as a mom and it takes time! A lot of it ! Remember, you are doing enough! and this phase isn't forever.
Also my advice is to wait until you are 100% sure your done with kids before doing the breast surgery bc they change even more after the second one😩😩
From one mom to another…as long as you feed your baby doesn’t matter bottle or breast!! Whatever works! You look amazing hang in there you’ve got this!! 💖💖
I remember watching you way back in the day and you saying you probably didn’t want kids. I just randomly thought about you today and looked you up and see this! So awesome. I’m happy for you! It’s crazy how kids just change our lives. 💕
As a new mom, I completely understand all the pressures and stress you’ve been carrying as a new mom. You are doing an amazing job, and must I say you look beautiful! It does get easier, although right now it might not seem that way. (my baby just turned 1). One day we will miss these days, and that’s what helps me get through the harder days! ❤
It’s so good to hear from you! We sure have missed you. Motherhood is really such a beautiful blessing. It’s all so amazing from the moments of cuddles, to hearing about their days, losing their first tooth, and oh my goodness Christmas morning is so magical. Thank you so much for sharing your story. I’m so grateful you and the baby are doing good!
omg thank you SO much for this honest and raw video. you probably don’t know how much you’ve impacted your viewers in such a positive way. this video made me feel so human and less alone. it almost feels like ALL we see online is these “perfect newborn routines” which is not reality for all of us. gosh this is it. this is the video.
Congratulations on your baby girl! Thank you for being so honest and vulnerable. It’s refreshing. You’re doing a great job!
Everything about this was so beautiful and relatable ❤️. Thank you for sharing a little of your journey with us and being so vulnerable. You’re doing amazing! Trust your mama instincts (and also Tommy’s daddy instincts) and don’t let anyone make you feel guilty about the decisions you make. You were made to be her parents for a reason! 🥰 excited to have you back more when you’re ready!
As a mom of 2 very velcro, not chill babies who NEVER slept like all the other babies lol, it does get better eventually! You’re doing great!
Love you Steph! I have been watching you for years! Thank you for sharing your life still with us after all these years. There are so many people that love you.
Halfway through the video and I just want to let you know you are AMAZING! This whole pregnancy/postpartum/motherhood journey is QUITE the journey. Such a blessing, but you being so honest and open about it all is very refreshing! You are not alone in any of these feelings and experiences you're having. It can be so incredibly difficult some moments/days!! There is absolutely 0 handbook on how to parent. You do what works for you and your baby and THAT'S what matters! Love this video, and thank you for being so vulnerable and real with us! ❤
This is seriously like watching a friend become a mom 🥹 thank you for being so honest about motherhood- you're not alone! Congratulations 🤍 praying hard for you, Tommy, and especially your little beauty!
Thank you for being so open and honest! I related to so much of what you said as my daughter is also a strong willed, highly spirited, not chill little one. 😊 They are so special and such fun…and it’s hard! I did contact naps for months, tried everything, never had time to do stuff around the house, and I also felt like I was failing when I saw other moms who seemed to handle everything so easily. You aren’t alone! I try to remind myself that it’s okay to do what works for us and to trust myself and to trust her. You are an amazing mom and are doing an awesome job!
Your story is so sincere & genuine Steph! Made me cry. I’m proud of you, you’re doing great!
Your honesty and transparency is very refreshing!!
I've been a subscriber for so long and it makes me so happy to see you go through all these milestones and now motherhood. And girl, take your time and keep your beautiful little baby to yourself. People are crazy and think they deserve to have access to every part of your life. Don't let them get to you, because us OG's completely understand.
Your honesty is so refreshing, and you are doing a brilliant job! I have been a follower for the last 14 years 😅 and I spent the last 11 years being pregnant/a young mom.
My first was hiiiigh maintenance, and still is an independent little pre-teen 😅 my second was much more chilled and my third just rolls with everything.. so all in all, it gets easier 💛
I’ve always loved your videos and personality, please stay just as you are, don’t let the world change you ♥️♥️
I’ve watched you so many years and I’m so happy to see you with the baby! Congrats, you’re totally blessed
Love you Steph! Love your honesty and vulnerability in this experience. We are all here for you and sending you so much love and light on this beautiful journey as a new mom. 🙏🏼🩵
Thank you for being so real and vulnerable! It makes it so much more relatable!
Aw Steph it so precious to see you in this stage of life! I’m sorry for all the scary parts, but thank God you and baby are doing well. She is in my prayers, I know everything will get easier for you and she will be alright. Congratulations and thank you for sharing your story!
What a relatable and beautifully raw video. You’re absolutely not alone. Motherhood looks beautiful on you 🤍
I just love you! Thank you for opening up and being vulnerable about your pregnancy and postpartum experience. It’s not easy to share personal things to the world. Noelle is so lucky to have you as a mom. You’re doing great and can’t wait to see you flourish as a mother 💗💗💗
I don't know why I was crying through out this video 😭🥺
You can feel the love for your baby coming out through the screen. You are doing amazing as a new Mommy.
Congrats on your baby! 💚💚
Congratulations on your baby girl! 🩷 Welcome to motherhood.
Congratulations on your new baby girl! Her name is beautiful! So proud of you for being so raw & real! You’re doing an amazing job in your new journey as a mommy! Your story is so inspiring for all moms who have gone through medical scares with their newborns! God is so good and is with us in our most trialing times! He will never forsake you!
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I loved listening to you describe her and how you just beamed with happiness! Do not compare yourself or your child to anyone else. Everyone is different, every baby is different and you are doing great. Don't let anyone tell you different. You do what works for you and the people who matter (you Tommy and Noelle) will be happy and healthy. Love ya Steph!
You’re not alone!!!!!!!!! Motherhood is the hardest work and sometimes it’s the quick explanation of “but it’s so worth it” that dismisses the truth of how hard it is. Every mama will know it’s so worth it, but will question why it’s THIS hard for them… it’s normal, it’s okay, ask for and accept help though! Thank you for being real and honest and sharing so other mamas can feel less alone too! ❤
I’m so sorry your first month was so challenging! I am a new mother and can completely relate. I was tearing up along with you. I struggled with infertility for 3 years and now have 2 under 2 (the second being a surprise.. who would have thought?😂) I am overwhelmed every single day.. its so hard to find time for myself. It’s a good day if I get to shower! You’re not alone & you’re doing great!!! 💕👶🏼
Congrats! I became a first time mom too on April 10...it really is an indescribable love. I am enjoying every minute, even when it is challenging. Soaking up all of the cuddles while I can because I know these moments don't last forever. Thanks for sharing your story with us 🩷
Hi Steph! ❤ I’m so so happy for you in this stage of motherhood and so grateful you and your daughter are healthy and okay now. I am prego with my first, I can’t even imagine the fear and anxiety that came over you when the stress test came up and seeing a peds cardiologist. All these moments are making you stronger for your little girl. I’m so glad she’s okay now. Praying for you both, and lots of love from CA.
I'm so happy for you Stephanie!! I thank God she is okay. I also appreciate how honest you are about the whole thing because there ARE babies born everyday that have issues.. unfortunately a family friend & his wife lost their baby. It was a still born 💔🤧😭 they just had the funeral yesterday & I cannot even IMAGINE how they feel! My heart is broke. But anyway I just wanted to thank you for being REAL about what can REALLY happen. I find you so BRAVE to discuss this painful personal subject. I'll keep you, Tommy & baby girl in my prayers!!! Love you girl! ❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏
Steph I have watched you from the very beginning when you did Express hauls in college and it’s so fun to see you have grown up into a mom like myself. Much love to you and your sweet little fam 💓
I just wanna give you a big hug. It breaks my heart some of the things you’ve said, like don’t shame me. I hope no one does. You are doing great, and the exact mama that little Noelle needs. Who you are, and your parenting style is exactly what she needs. God entrusted her to you for a reason. Don’t question your momtuition. 🤍 so glad to hear that you both are doing well, as well as you can in this tricky chapter. Hang in there 🙏🏼
You are doing such an amazing job, Momma! Noelle is so lucky to have you! Thank you for being so transparent! Sending all the love 💕
Usually a silent watcher but I just had my first baby girl on May 27 and I’ve been with you since the Marilyn Monroe piercing days!! Exciting to be going through the same thing, and what you said about becoming a mom and seeing yourself becoming more selfless is so true!!! Congratulations mama 🥰
Becoming a mom and just the ENTIRE journey is so hard and emotional. Just know you’re doing an amazing job and you should be so proud. It gets better in different ways but I’ve learned that it’s never easy. My daughter is 20 months old & I feel like I’ve just started to feel more like myself and she’s on a better sleeping schedule. Thank you for sharing! Sending love to you and your little one ❤ Ps. Newborns can suffer from reflux and you won’t even know it. Chiropractic really helps! ( my husband is a chiropractor and that’s how I know cause he gets moms with their babies in for it often.)
You’re doing amazing, Mama! 🫶🏼🩷 She’s a blessed little girl to have you! Be sure to give yourself grace, & know we’re all just out here winging motherhood together 🫶🏼
This is the most beautiful video about motherhood i have ever watch. As a mom of two, you hit me hard girl! Specialy because my first one has serious health issues, hearing you about what you felt reminded me about all what we have been through... it has been really hard. The most hard thing to me has a mom is deal with their suffering and pain, dam!! When i am in pain i can deal, but not when they are.
Whishing you and your family the best!❤
Your struggles are shared by more more moms than not. They grow so fast, enjoy the snuggles. Congratulations 🍼👩🍼❤
Our baby girls are only 2 weeks apart 🥹 I relate to you on SO much of this!! Thank you for being vulnerable 🙌🏼 you’re doing amazing!! 🤍🤍🤍
Hi Steph! Thank you for taking the time to film and share your story with us! I was due a day after you and gave birth March 26th. All I want to say is thank you for keeping it real! I know the struggle with a newborn and it’s comforting to be able to relate to the good & bad 🩷 congrats! You’re doing great 😊
I’ve been following you for years and this was my favorite video you’ve posted. Thank you for being so honest with postpartum journey and your pregnancy. It’s nice to hear that we aren’t alone in this beautiful crazy world of motherhood. Your daughter is so blessed to have you as her mommy 💕
I love all of this! I unapologetically used a little formula with both of my kids as well! They slept better, I slept better and it worked for us. My favorite saying to prevent putting mommy guilt on myself is “I can’t pour anything out of an empty cup.” So if it helps me keep “my cup” filled for me to continue to be present and sane with my children, I’m doing it! ❤
I’m so sorry it’s been so stressful but thank God she is healthy!! You look beautiful! You do you as you figure out motherhood, don’t let anyone say anything about anything!!! Lol. Take care of you and baby, and subscribers will be here whenever you post. Much love and empathy to you. You got this!!
I couldn’t help but break down a time or 2 because as a mama myself, I relate fully as well as many of your subscribers who are moms as well! I’ve had such scary moments and false alarms with my son and they were such tough times! Thanks be to God everything has been better! You have every right to feel and act in any way that you do when it comes to baby girl because we’d be the same way! You’re doing an amazing job Steph and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise🩷🤍
Currently 37weeks 2 days, first time mom, love this video- thank you for your vulnerability and sharing so openly. I'm so glad everything ended up okay with your baby girl- I can't imagine going through that first month with so many worries, but your love for her is so clear. You are very strong
You’re such a great mom!😭 I’m so excited for this journey for you🫶🏼🩷🐣
It gets easier with time! The first 3 months are the hardest! Don’t compare your journey to others, they may look like they have it together but behind the scenes they have struggles too. Also a lot of people have a lot of help that you don’t see. You’re doing amazing, welcome to motherhood!
Congratulations!! Motherhood is INCREDIBLE! It's the hardest and most rewarding love! It is hard to understand until you've experienced it. I am sorry you've had so much scary moments already. Praying for you and your family 💞
Thank you for being real and honest, this is motherhood for so many of us, struggling, it’s hard and I think often times people don’t tell it truthfully. As I like to say “I’m surviving not thriving” most days. Sounds like you’re doing everything you can do for baby girl, happy and healthy, all that matters! ❤
I’m so happy you had a positive birth experience and so sorry you dealt with some scary stuff! ❤ You’re doing wonderful!
Do your thing mama! I looked homeless for like 8 months and still do sometimes (almost 2 years later). As long as she is fed and thriving in a home where she is loved, then you are not failing! Take care of yourself and your little nugget, the season will end but you are more than allowed to not be happy and thriving all of the time - moming is hard work ❤
I love this video so much. I am currently 8 1/2 months pregnant with our first baby & this video was so refreshing to watch. I have had a pretty awesome pregnancy so far so I consider myself very lucky. But you still hear so many people saying “wait until this… wait until that” and it always seems to go back to the negatives. But you have a wonderful way of turning the “negatives” into such a positive light. You are a wonderful mama. Thank you for sharing your story💗
Being a mom looks amazing on you! Mom life is hard and juggling everything is so much I just had my last and it was the hardest! He’s my heart warrior baby and very much a mommas boy!! Love this this, welcome back!!❤️
Please try not to compare yourself to others! You’re doing wonderful and providing a beautiful life for her. Everything works out at different times for different families.
I’m sorry to hear it’s not been so easy for you ! It gets so much easier. My baby had hip dysphasia and was in a harness at 6 weeks for 3 months, I remember just feeling as if my whole world had crumbled. You just want your little baby to be happy and healthy! Your doing an amazing job, I’m sure she’s putting you through it now and she will grow up to be as chilled as a cucumber! You got this! The most real video on TH-cam yasss 👏🏼 ❤xx
My baby has hip dysplasia as well, but they didn’t find it until she was a year old
I had a baby girl in May 2022. She is a high maintenance girly too, so I feel you! The one thing I have learned in my first year of motherhood is that whether they are in a good stage or a bad stage, no stage lasts very long. They are always changing and growing and you resolve certain problems and new and different ones will arise. I am sooooo glad your baby girl is healthy and I'm sorry you had to go through those scary experiences. Welcome to the world Noelle, I hope you have a great life! She is gorgeous!!!!!
So excited to see this and hear your story. All I can say is you’re doing great and as long as you + baby girl are healthy, sounds like a win to me! 🩷 Don’t ever feel like you need to explain any decision you have made or make. FORGET THE HATERS! And yes, feeding yourself is the hardest at least that’s been my experience too. I had my baby in Sept 2022, so I’m right there with you as a first time mommy. We’re slaying girl!
Congratulations! First off You look amazing. I loved how honest you were about how hard having a newborn is. After having my daughter I was open and honest with my friends about my experience because I wish people would have told me what it was really like. Everyone always makes it seem so easy and great. When you are the one struggling it makes you feel like you are a failure. I also supplemented with formula. It does get easier! Hang in there. You are doing great!
It’s ok Steph, I agree with Tommy, you keep her beautiful little face private for now. She has so much beautiful hair
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Take your time and enjoy her. Becoming a parent just cracks your heart open with love 💗 It’s weird, it’s the best thing that can happened to you, and it’s also the hardest thing. You will not remember your life before her, it’s like you really started living when she was born. I’m so happy for you and Tommy. Looking forward to watching this beautiful journey with Noelle 💗💗💗
I love how you are honest and that it’s not all perfect like a lot of people try to show on social media
Keeping you and your little girl in my prayers ❤ and girl I think you’re behaving like any normal mama in the thick of newborn phase it’s all normal no time to cook, house a mess, emotions everywhere, no time for makeup, lucky to get a shower, contact naps, breastfeeding issues, struggling with how u see your postpartum body etc thank you for being so real! Sending so much positive vibes your way ✨
I’m due Aug 1st and it’s so nice hearing other women’s stories. Thank you for sharing! 🩷🩷
Your newborn baby sounds exactly like how my son was . Sounds like you are going through the same types of things that I went through . I also was scared to drive and bring him places as I just knew that it would be so hard cause of his crying etc. Just know Steph that things will definitely get better for you both . 😊 You’re doing a great job 👏🏼 Lots of love 💕 to you !!!
Thank you for sharing your story/experience and for keeping it REAL! It’s so hard as a brand new mom seeing all of these social media influencers make the newborn stage look so easy and perfect. Hearing the ups and downs you went through and are going through, is so encouraging knowing I’m not alone in my struggles. Congrats on your sweet babe ❤️
I can already tell what a great mother you are! Welcome to motherhood, all the worries and stress but still the most love and greatest adventure you will ever have. ❤
You are doing so amazing mama! I am first time mom too and my baby was born in January 😊 thank you for being so real and raw with sharing your story and also PP journey.
My baby was sleeping and napping fine through her newborn phase and I still didn’t wear makeup or wear cute outfits because I prioritized my sleep. Thank you for being real about that…like who has time? When are you sleeping hahaha!
Do what’s right for you and your baby. You got this beautiful!💜💜💜
Hey Steph! Congratulations!!! I’m so relieved for you she’s healthy! I have a boy ( now 15) and a girl ( now 12) and my daughter was born with a rare congenital heart defect. We found out 26 weeks into the pregnancy. Thankfully she’s super healthy now , she had two open heart surgeries which repaired her but boy what a ride it was. Motherhood and postpartum life is hard enough! My son, was my colicky baby. Wouldn’t let me put him down, only wanted to be held or would scream. He improved at 4 months old though. But yeah life was a shit show I couldn’t even brush my teeth or get anything together. These kids teach you so much about yourself and it’s such a roller coaster ride. Try and stay as present as possible it’s more true than we could even believe that it goes too fast. But it certainly doesn’t feel like it when you are sleep deprived, I know! The best piece of advice I could give you might not be the usual stuff you are hearing but I wish you would listen to this information and I wish someone had shared anything about it with me. I didn’t research anything to do with pediatric injections and it’s my biggest regret that I’ve made with my children. I knew zero, researched zero, and trusted the system. I think no matter what we decide we owe it to our children and their one body to at least research this issue. Many blessings for her continued health and much love for your family!
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You’re doing AMAZING, sweet mama! I’m so proud of you like you’re my daughter even though I just had my fourth baby almost a year ago! It’s impossible for you to see this now but you are thriving and you are doing far better than you could possibly understand! You are doing all the right things and you are definitely being too hard on yourself but that’s okay. It’s okay to be hard on yourself especially as a mother loving your sweet baby with all your heart. It’s fantastic that you are brave to be this vulnerable with this community and that you are also open to accepting love and guidance from us bc otherwise you wouldn’t have posted this! Again - I’m so proud of you and I think you are doing amazing and I’m so happy to be a distant member of your tribe bc every mommy needs a tribe!
You are doing absolutely amazing. It is very refreshing and comforting to hear how honest you are about your experiences. Not everyone has this picture perfect story many try to portray. Thank you
Congrats!!!!!
Anxiety and depression are normal when we become 1st time moms. My son was 1 month premature and was in the hospital for 1 month. Going home without a baby was the most traumatizing experience ever, I was only 21 and i spent everyday in the hospital. I would go to the hospital from 8am to 9pm the entire time he was in there, mind you I had a c section. But I sat in that hospital chair everyday, when he was sent home he was sent home with a apnea machine because he was premature. He had an episode at home where he stopped breathing and the machine went off, long story short I was a hot emotional mess. To make matters worse I wasn’t producing any milk, and was unable to breastfeed so felt awful about that. He is now 13 and I still worry, still cry, he’s currently at a party and my anxiety is thru the roof. But the great amazing moments and the memories built are worth it. I love him so much, he’s literally my best friend 💙
A happy and well mom is the most important for a baby ❤ A fed baby is a happy baby no matter if they are breast or formula fed.
I feel every detail of this video. Thank you for being so real. You are an amazing Mama. You’re doing it!!! 💓 enjoy these moments and know it’ll just keep getting better and better.
Congratulations 💗 you are the best mama for your baby. Thank you for being so real and sharing your experience. I’ve been watching you for over 10 years and love following your new chapter. Take care 💕
This made my Sunday! I’ve watched for what seems like 12 years…
Be gentle with yourself in every way possible. Hang in there! My first baby girl just turned 20 and I’ve survived… (so far!) and sometimes it really just feels like survival and that’s at all ages and stages. And if it makes you feel any better, I just got down to my circa 2003 pre first pregnancy weight and I just turned 40. You’ve got lots of time Mama. Enjoy that sweet baby. ❤
OMG!!! You’ve been on my mind the last few weeks! Hoping you and family are doing great, congratulations ❤ and that is YOUR child, you make all the decisions, whatever they may be to raise that baby girl! NO SHAMING HERE❤❤❤
You’re the best! Thank you for being so honest & vulnerable, you’re helping so many mamas! I thought I was the only one who had anxiety about driving with them ☺️
Aww I teared up listening to your story about Noelle’s heart and eyes. Hopefully everything will be ok going forward with the check ups! And don’t put too much pressure on yourself, this is a new period in your life. You have a daughter now. All is good ❤ take your time to yourself and to your family. It will get easier once she’s grown a little more :) love you and sending prayers to the little bundle of joy!🩷
Please don’t compare yourself to others. You’re not going to ever feel like you are good enough or have your stuff together. That’s what mom life is. It’s the hardest job you will ever have it doesn’t end 24/7 and just when you get the hang of it life throws you a surprise. See your doctor about being stressed before it gets to overwhelming and you got this. ❤
She's adorable!! You look amazing as always & couldn't tell you gained any baby weight! Congratulations on being a new Mom!! ❤😁
It’s truly amazing to have watched you for a long time before, and now after becoming a mom. You are still absolutely beautiful outside and inside. So excited for you and honored to be a part of your journey. Love you girl and I’m so proud of you 🩷🫶🏼
I’m so sorry your first few months have been hard as a new mommy! I’m so happy to hear everything is ok! Motherhood makes you stronger than you will ever imagine! I’m happy to see you leaning on your faith to get you through! My prayers are with you and your family! ❤
She's perfect and exactly who she is meant to be.. congrats sweet girl
I had my baby boy in January and let me tell you, how you described Noelle is exactly how my baby was!! I couldn't do ANYTHING. There were days I didn't eat or use the bathroom bc I had to hold him all day or he'd scream. Our babies just need us more. I read somewhere that they're not giving us a hard time, they're having a hard time 💗 it's hard being so cozy in the womb to then being in the real world with so much stimulation. They just need mama!
Thank you for being soo real and vulnerable with us! So happy for you.
You are truly amazing ! I’ve been watching you since the very beginning and girl you’re growth game is incredible! You’re such an inspiration 🩷🩷