Our Truths
If you have been following us for a while, you would know that we like keeping it real. We like talking about the topics that are a bit uncomfortable. We know how important it is that we do talk about them, maybe not to the universe, but to our people.
We have been reflecting on our conversation with Tahlia from Wolfe and Cub, where she was so real with us. She has quite a story to tell, which we are sure she will one day and we can’t wait, but we admire so much that she is so honest and upfront. If you follow her, you will understand. If you don’t follow her, you should. Tahlia is a wonderful provider and role model for women in our region. There was so much that we talked about that didn’t make it into her guest blog, but we can't wait to catch up with her again and share more with you.
My thoughts went to the question many (MANY) women have posed to me… “Why wasn’t this discussed in antenatal classes?” I have been working with women in the perinatal period for 19 years and have drawn on their experience and wisdom, as well as my own as a mother of two.
In our most recent blog, Rhiannon our Clinical Psychologist wrote about Postpartum Care - How to look after yourself as a Mum (not just the kids). Her quote above really resonated with us. Again, women are going to Rhiannon asking “why wasn’t this discussed? Why aren’t we talking about this?” Rhiannon shared with us some truths that she hopes can be talked more about to help prepare you for parenthood.
So here are some truths, that we know and sometimes feel.
Mum Truth: I am not enjoying every minute
It's hard to enjoy tantrums, sickness, refusals
I don’t get acknowledged for what I do
I can’t be honest about my feelings because people tell me how much I should be loving every minute
I’ve been up all night and I’m tired…… so tired
My job is hard and I’m always giving of myself
My days can be long and boring
I balance a lot and it doesn’t always feel like I’m splitting my attention well
We are going to let you sit with that. Share your truths with your trusted people. Because that's okay! It doesn’t make you a bad parent, it just makes you human.