I think this question is often asked of SAHM (stay at home moms- as if an acronym adds weight to something thought useless)- I know it has been asked of me. When I brought it up to another mom, she reminded me that what I am, in fact, doing, is growing a boy. That I (with the dedicated support and love of my wonderful husbad) am responsible for the creation and care of this one precious human being. It is through my own eating, drinking and sleeping that I can create the food that nourishes and creates each molecule in his body. Though it was more or less obvious during pregnancy that my body was creating a person, it is still my main job. Now, however, I'm not only responsible for the physical make-up of Nathaniel, I'm also responsible for his learn, growth and love as well.
The act of breastfeeding alone is an incredible experience if you sit down and think about it. My body creates the very substance that Nathaniel is made of... allowing him to grow and thrive outside of my own body. What a gift I can give to him. What a connection we will always have. From now until he begins eating solid food, his growth is wholly attributed to me- that's some crazy responsibility. But how lucky I am to be giving that to him!
This goes without saying that I wouldn't even be able to have this possibility if I didn't have such an incredible partner- Jed. I know that there are many days that he would rather be sitting here with Nate as he naps, as he laughs, as he grows, but instead finds himself on a train, heading to downtown San Diego. I am so grateful for his support in allowing me this time.
What a lucky lady I am. I truly have the best job in the world.
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