My Baby is almost 16 months and I still have moments where I wonder how we've all managed to make it this far. On my, personal, Social Media pages I use the hashtag #whatevenismotherhood ALOT. Because, really, what is it? It's hard, rewarding, joyful, frustrating, fun, scary, emotional, tiring, confusing, and so much more than I could have ever thought it would be. I have friends who are Moms and I've been around their kids. I've heard the stories- good, bad, and ugly- and I've seen it all in action. But, I haven't lived it until now. My life has changed, for the better, since becoming a Human Mom. I've been a Dog Mom a lot longer and, while it definitely has its own challenges, it is NOTHING like being a Human Mom. I am a big supporter of those who are Pet Parents and view them as Parents in their own right. Taking care of another being other than yourself is hard work. Puppies are so much like babies and toddler it's ridiculous- everything goes in the mouth. EVERYTHING. Like, all the things. Pets require so much care and guidance but at a much faster rate and a shorter time span. HOWEVER, until I became a Human Mom I never truly understood what being a "Mom" meant.
For me, my season as a Mom means helping Ned and Harvey live comfortably and safely in our home together. It means providing love and care to them both. It means, yes, I have to put Harvey first but, not to forget about Ned's needs too. This new journey of dividing my attention between them has been full of ups and downs- couple this all with being a Working Mom too! I always took such pride in how well I cared for Ned as a full fledged Dog Mom. Now, my goal is to find that groove as a Human Mom too. I want Harvey to grow up respecting all animals especially the ones in our home. I want him to understand dogs have needs and feelings like we do (in some senses). I hope to help Ned feel safe and learn how to live in harmony with kids taking over his old space. I want to provide a happy home for them to grow up and grow old.
Your season may look different than mine and that's OK! You may be a seasoned Human Mom, a first time Dog Mom, or any combination! There's always so much to learn and so many ways to grow. The cool things about seasons is that they CHANGE (OK hear me out for you change fearers... I know change can be hard. I'm not usually a big fan of it either. But I promise this change will be GOOD). Wherever you are in your journey remember this- you are doing just fine! ❤️ You will make mistakes and feel guilty and wonder who on Earth let you become a Mom but, in turn, you will find the joy and the peace and think "man, I'm an AWESOME Mom!" Take your time. Feel your feels. Find a minute to catch your breath. Keep learning and growing.
As I continue this new(er) journey into Motherhood adding in getting my Veterinary Technician Specialty in Behaviour is just another step I have to take to reach my own goals. I want to be able to help other people find their grooves as Dog Parents with Babies. I hope to be able to use my knowledge to help others find confidence in providing happy and safe homes for the littles and pets to grow up together.
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