Do you Need Mom Reassurance?
I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for JOHNSON's Baby. I received a promotional item as a thank you for participating.
I'm pregnant with my 6th child, so you would think I would have outgrown "mommy insecurity." Still, it pleases me to get the occasional "you're doing a great job with your kids" or to hear that I've inspired someone else with their own parenting. Is it a bit selfish to need reassurance? Sure. But it can go a long way in giving me confidence needed to do the tough job of mothering.
Do you often wish you had more reassurance as a mom? Do you sometimes struggle to feel like you're doing the right thing in your heart -- even though you know you are in your mind? As moms, we have a huge opportunity to support one another and be there to give one another an "atta girl" when we are most vulnerable.
I remember very recently finding out about our current pregnancy. It was not something I was prepared for, and yet, I found myself searching to hear anyone tell me anything other than "Oh, you're having ANOTHER ONE? Don't you know how those babies are made?" I just once wanted to hear "Congratulations! That's wonderful! Babies are a blessing." I also struggled with fear over what a 6th c-section could possibly do for my health.
It was on my lowest day that I read a Facebook status from a friend I hadn't seen in ages. She had posted Scripture that seemed to address my concerns and insecurities so well. It was: "Oh, that you would bless me and enlarge my territory! Let your hand be with me, and keep me from harm so that I will be free from pain. And God granted his request. - 1 Chronicles 4:10"
See, others know what you're going through in some way -- even if they don't fully understand your specific struggles as a mom. And you, too, could inspire another mom by giving them reassurance, encouragement, and prayer. One way to do this is through a Johnson's Baby Cares Card! Not only can you encourage others with your message, for every card sent, shared, or liked, Johnson's Baby will donate $1.00 to Save the Children, up to $150,000 to benefit early childhood education.
Will you send a card? Even though I had a fabulous Mother's Day, there are so many other days during the year where it is important to show our appreciation. Who will you send your card to?
I'm pregnant with my 6th child, so you would think I would have outgrown "mommy insecurity." Still, it pleases me to get the occasional "you're doing a great job with your kids" or to hear that I've inspired someone else with their own parenting. Is it a bit selfish to need reassurance? Sure. But it can go a long way in giving me confidence needed to do the tough job of mothering.
Do you often wish you had more reassurance as a mom? Do you sometimes struggle to feel like you're doing the right thing in your heart -- even though you know you are in your mind? As moms, we have a huge opportunity to support one another and be there to give one another an "atta girl" when we are most vulnerable.
I remember very recently finding out about our current pregnancy. It was not something I was prepared for, and yet, I found myself searching to hear anyone tell me anything other than "Oh, you're having ANOTHER ONE? Don't you know how those babies are made?" I just once wanted to hear "Congratulations! That's wonderful! Babies are a blessing." I also struggled with fear over what a 6th c-section could possibly do for my health.
It was on my lowest day that I read a Facebook status from a friend I hadn't seen in ages. She had posted Scripture that seemed to address my concerns and insecurities so well. It was: "Oh, that you would bless me and enlarge my territory! Let your hand be with me, and keep me from harm so that I will be free from pain. And God granted his request. - 1 Chronicles 4:10"
Will you send a card? Even though I had a fabulous Mother's Day, there are so many other days during the year where it is important to show our appreciation. Who will you send your card to?
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