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When I was an expectant mom for the first time, I read anything and everything. I joined forums. I educated myself (ad nauseum). I was prepared.
Then the baby was actually outside of my body and I realized, I wasn’t prepared. Not at all. Even the moment I heard that first sound she made- I wasn’t at all prepared for the depth of love that came simply because she existed. I’d already loved her every moment she was inside of me, but that love grew instantly as I heard her first sounds, saw her for the first time…there’s nothing that can prepare you for that. When you watch the videos- I noticed Morgan said the same thing. It’s just amazing. Hearing a new mom share that sentiment and seeing how powerful her reaction was, it brought me right back to those early moments.
Being a first time Mom can be both exciting and nerve-racking. The uncertain and anxious emotions are something every expecting mother encounters. Visit Walmart online and listen to stories, tips and advice from first time moms, experienced moms and expecting moms.
Walmart is hosting a web series, brought to you by Pampers Swaddlers, called #MomsFirst. It is an easy place to find helpful hints, great products and personal stories from moms like you. Do you have questions about traveling with your baby, bonding with your new baby or what products are best for your little one? Every mom has questions, regardless if it’s your first or fifth baby, and those can be answered here. It is always nice to have help with great information in one place especially when it’s designed specifically for moms, so experience what that’s like with Pampers Swaddler’s Moms First series at Walmart online.
I related most with Erin, the experienced mom, probably because of where I am in life. I’m past the baby/toddler diaper stages, but really, so much of the experiences are the same. Juggling schedules, wondering how this affects one kid while doing something with another…
..will being at sisters’ gymnastics classes and practices every week be a bad thing for him?
will being at brother’s swim meets and practices so often be a bad thing for her?
… it’s reassuring to know that so many other moms are feeling those things. The happy, the sad, the questions, the answers, the worries, more. No matter if you are a newly expectant mom, or a veteran mom… chances are, someone somewhere has had the same feelings you have. Like Brittany said, you’re never going to be perfect (let’s all repeat that, because we won’t, and shouldn’t strive for perfection, because we’re human!), just do the best you can!
Find great Pampers deals at Walmart.com! That’s what our hospital used, and what so many moms have trusted for their babies’ diapers through the years. We still keep Pampers wipes around even without anyone in diapers- you just never know when someone will have a spill or an incident…they are one of the things we always have on hand! See? I’m still prepared.
I’ll just never be prepared. With kids, things happen. Kids change. We change. Circumstances change. We just need to do the best we can.
Stefani Tolson says
I think this is great that they have this web series. I remember being nervous with all of my babies!
Tracy @ Ascending Butterfly says
Sounds like a great resource for expectant moms, I don’t think there is a way to be totally prepared for motherhood, it’s a tough job and you learn on the fly!
Karen says
i don’t think anyone will ever be fully prepared for parenthood. You can try, do everything you can think of but then there is always that time when you aren’t ready.
Candy O says
And you are doing a great job Brett! Being a mom is hard job. But it’s also the best!
Marina John says
I agree. I am a mommy of three, and I can truthfully say there’s no such thing as “mastering” parenthood. There’s always something new and unexpected to learn and/or experience.
Debbie Denny says
I think it is good to share. Others may be going thru same things.
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
When becoming a parent , you are never fully prepared. No matter how many children you have, you will always have something new to learn.
Christie says
Glad to know that I’m not alone! So many things leave me unprepared as a mom
Ann Bacciaglia says
This sounds like a great web series for new moms. I will have to tell all my pregnant friends about it.
Crystal says
just when you think you’ve got this whole mom thing down, the kids throw you a curveball. Being prepared for anything is part of the mom handbook.
Rosey says
I do have the questions of, ‘is this too much for this child, doing this much for this child’ especially since my last two have such a big age difference. It does help to see other moms having the same questions. Makes me feel normal. 😉
Chrystal @ YUM eating says
Such a great post and resource. I dont think anyone can truly be prepared for parenting. Even if they are on their 2nd or more. Things are always different.
Chrysa says
This looks like a good resource for moms. It’s always helpful to be able to turn to others in the same situations.
Jeanine says
This sounds great! I had my first just after I had turned 18. Wish there was something like this back then!
Marcie W. says
I am a mother of three and still feel like I learn something new about being a parent every single day. How wonderful to have a safe place to receive tips and advice.
Liz Mays says
It’s definitely good to know other mothers have gone through similar things. Momsfirst sounds like a great way for people to get support and advice.
Raijean says
Unfortunately, these kids aren’t born with a manual. We just have to learn as we go.
Melissa Pezza says
I love Moms First. It took me a while to realize that it was okay to ask for help. This would have made that realization come sooner.
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
I think Moms First is a great idea. There are so many things that moms can need help with, but they’re too afraid to ask anyone.
Dawn says
I don’t think it’s possible to ever be prepared for parenting. Not really. So many things can and do happen that we don’t expect.
Catherine S says
This sounds like a great web series. Kids will sure keep us on our toes.