The Top 5 Best Pieces of Advice for New Moms

Being a mom for the first time is as exciting as it is scary. You have likely read books, joined mom groups on social media, and listened to countless stories from nearly every mom you know. Then that day arrives. This tiny little life is placed into your hands. Overwhelming joy and love flow out of your heart and you are ready to fill your new role: Mom.

Before you find yourself shaking in your new kicks, it is time you take a deep breath and learn the five best pieces of advice for new moms.

ONE: YOU ARE NOT LIKE EVERYONE ELSE.

When it comes to giving birth for the first time, there is so much that we think we ought to know. And, while some things are very important to know, others are just, well, suggestions. You, your partner, and your new baby are all unique. So, whatever you do, do not try to fit your new family into a mold made for someone else.

 

Learn what you need to and adjust it to fit your needs.

TWO: LEARN TO TRUST YOURSELF.

Being a new mom can bring about a lot of fears. However, as with anything in life, confidence is key. You are going to grow so close with your little one - which means you are going to learn what is needed when your baby cries, for instance.

Your motherly instincts will kick in. And, when they do, you will need to learn how to trust yourself. Be confident in the care of your child and everything will work out just fine.

THREE: DISCOVER THE POWER OF READING.

It may sound a bit wasteful to read to a newborn. Or even a one-year-old. But getting into this habit now can bring the love of words to your child for years to come. Reading builds imagination, vocabulary, and also creates immense bonding between you and your baby.

Buy some age-appropriate books or make going to the library a fun outing! Then, spend time together each day reading.

FOUR: JUST LET IT GO, WHATEVER YOUR “IT” IS IN THAT MOMENT.

When you are a new mom, you are going to encounter a lot of emotions – joy, happiness, frustrations, too. No matter how prepared you thought you were, you aren’t.

 

One of the biggest frustrations? Unsolicited advice. Every mom is going to have some wisdom from her experience. And, it is important to remember that what you are feeling right now as a new mom, they are being reminded of – and it feels good to share. Let them talk, share their unsolicited advice, and move on. Don’t let it ruin your mood. Let go of any frustrations that come your way - you and your new baby don’t need them.

FIVE: ENJOY IT - INTENTIONALLY.

It may seem like one endless, sleepless night right now. But before you know it, your baby will be taking his or her first steps…straight into kindergarten! So be intentional and enjoy this time that you have with your little one. Create memories and capture them.

Forget about how you are not able to binge-watching the latest Netflix series or hit up every social event that makes the calendar. Instead, soak in all that your life is right now.

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Being a new mom means winding your way through unchartered territory. You may have no idea what you are doing - and, that’s ok! Just sit back and allow yourself to live the experience, cherishing every milestone along the way.

At Milky Chic, we love to connect to our readers. Tell us – what is the most powerful piece of advice you received as a new mom?

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