What’s up wonderful, amazing, sweet, and lovely people!
Thanks for stopping by Maryam’s Joyful Life blog today.
I have a question for you… how on earth do these “perfect moms” do it?
You know the ones I’m talking about — always looking spotless, smelling fresh like they just walked out of a luxury candle shop, and not a single hair out of place… even with an infant in tow.
Me? That’s not my reality.
I breastfeed, which means I’ve got big, sweaty breasts to keep clean, washed, and fresh all the time. My baby is a true foodie — and by foodie, I mean I’m basically her favorite napkin. It doesn’t matter if I’m wearing my whitest, crispest dress or the most expensive outfit I own… she’s going to wipe her little mouth and hands right on it. Every. Single. Time.
Do I carry burp cloths and extra napkins? Yes.
Does it matter? Nope. Somehow, I always end up as the main napkin.
Am I upset about it? No.
Am I sad for my poor white clothes? Maybe a little.
But as a mother to a happy, healthy, loud, and gorgeously sweet baby? Heck NO! I wouldn’t trade it for anything in the world.
Motherhood — in all its messy, goo-covered glory — is a gift I am forever grateful for. Every season I’ve spent bringing forth life has been one of my best seasons yet, because God trusted me with His precious gifts. Dirty clothes or not, every moment is worth it.
So, if you see me out in public smelling like baby poo, spit-up, or looking like I dove into a garbage can filled with mashed sweet potatoes and peas… I’m wearing it with pride and gratitude.
And if you’re in the season where your clothes are always stained and your hair hasn’t been washed in days, I want to encourage you:
Shift your perspective and give thanks.
There are thousands of people who would give anything to be in your position. Many are right now praying for babies and the fruit of the womb. Count your blessings, and don’t let false expectations — from social media or anyone else — make you feel small, less-than, or left out.
Allow yourself to truly enjoy your baby. Savor these growing moments. God is working in every step, and you may very well be nurturing the next great leader the world will ever see.
Mama, keep going and be encouraged. Soon enough, your breasts will be your own again, and your little one won’t be so little anymore. But for now, these messy, beautiful, exhausting, joy-filled days are building a lifetime of memories and lessons.
Thanks for reading.
Don’t let anyone steal your joy.
Sincerely,
Mama Covered in Baby Food,
Maryam ❤️
