Hello lovelies, I meant to publish a Mother’s Day post earlier, but the everyday demands of motherhood kept pulling me in different directions. Now that I have a few minutes—while my eldest leans on me and sneaks into my salad—let’s talk. From the moment I became a mother until now, so many things about me have shifted. Some changes were expected, others came as surprises. Some moments make me want to cry; others make me laugh. Motherhood is a remarkable journey. Here are some of the ways I’ve changed:
1. My tummy
This is the part of my body that most often reminds me of motherhood. It used to be smooth and flat; now it’s soft, rounded, and a little flabby. Each time I shower I glance down and wish it would snap back to how it used to be. Even so, it’s a reminder of what my body has done and the life it has carried—and I’m learning to view it with more kindness.
2. My sleeping habits
I used to wonder how people could fall asleep on a couch. After my third baby arrived, I often find myself dozing off while sitting—sometimes even dreaming there. Uninterrupted, full-night sleep feels like a luxury. Many days and nights blur together because I’m constantly on the move and rarely get a long stretch of rest. I’m hoping my baby girl will start sleeping through the night soon—she’s a year old now. If you have tips, I’m all ears.
3. My memory
My memory isn’t as sharp as it used to be. The other day I found myself holding another child’s hand at school, thinking it was my second daughter’s. I even walk into a room and forget why I went there. There’s so much running through my head these days; these little lapses are becoming part of the package. It’s baffling, but also oddly normal in this season of life.
4. My goals
When I moved to America, I didn’t plan to become a stay-at-home mom. Two years in, my days are filled with diapers, meals, and storytelling. And yet, I’ve found joy in the stories I share on my blog. Motherhood redirected my goals rather than ending them. It opened new paths to channel my creativity and purpose. I’m grateful for that perspective shift.
Above all, motherhood hasn’t stopped me from dreaming. It’s offered fresh opportunities to pursue passions in different ways. Someone once said: let your children be a reason, not an excuse. I agree wholeheartedly.
Despite the challenges, the joys of motherhood far outweigh the difficulties. It’s a chance to love and to be loved back, to help shape little humans and teach values from their very first breaths. This role comes with unexpected rewards and deep fulfillment.
Happy Mother’s Day to you—yes, you and you. Thank you for reading and for being part of this journey. What has motherhood changed about you? I’d love to hear your stories—let’s talk.