Motherhood, for us this is a familiar word. But years ago, I only thought it was just a ten letter word with a very disgusting meaning.
Back when I was still single and a bit younger, I used to hate kids. They’re so messy and hard to handle. I can still recall my Co associates at work say things about their children all the time and for me it’s quite boring, I hate when they talk about it, it seems like their world is revolving only on their children, and I can’t relate even to a single word about it.
I can’t even stand holding a baby in my arms. It feels like it’s getting heavier as minutes pass by. I get annoyed hearing babies cry, It really freaks the hell out of me. I detest all baby stuffs not until my daughter Reese came.
It was a difficult pregnancy. I have to take a long leave from work because of severe morning sickness. So severe that I can’t even stand my way to the bathroom because I get dizzy all the time. I throw up a lot, I can’t put anything in my mouth because after a while I’ll just throw it all back. I just keep myself hydrated my drinking milk which I thanked God it’s the only thing that my system allows to take in. But even though I went through hard times, having those nausea and vomiting really excites me, because I know she’s there and I’m going to have her very soon. And when she came, It changed my life. Big time!!
Now, thing’s changed. I love children, I love the noise and the screams, the mess that they do, cute photos and everything about them. It seems like this world will never be complete without them around. Motherhood took me to an experience I never thought possible. I became more caring, loving and even more emotional. Did you know that I always cry each time I see an abandoned or abused child on the news?
And even when I see babies, It felt so different back then, now I love carrying and feeling them in my arms. For me it’s so precious. Their smiles and giggles melts my heart, their laughter is music to my ears.
Motherhood changed my prospective in life. It made me a better and more mature person. Now, I can say it’s not just a ten letter word. It’s a gift, happiness. So divine and fulfilling.
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Glad that you changed your perspective, children is the most precious gift you could ever have. I was a career driven woman before I become a man but once I had my first baby, I have changed completely. They are my priority and career can wait.
I coudn’t agree more! though I don’t share the same feeling about not liking babies when I was single. I know I wasn’t a good kid to handle back then. But I truly understand a mother’s sacrifice when I became a mother myself. Truly, Motherhood changes a woman’s perspective. Motherhood is the best gift from God that I can ever be thankful for.
Motherhood is the best career a woman can take. It doesn’t end. Once a mother, always a mom.
Ako naman po, iba.. I’ve always loved kids ever since I was a child.. I remember, nanghihiram pa ako ng anak ng may anak, may maalagaan lang ako at malaro.. Hehehe.. That’s why, when I became a Mother, mas nabigyan pa ng mas malalim na kahulugan para sa akin ang maging isang Ina.. You’re right! Motherhood isn’t just a ten-letter word.. For me, it is a big factor of who I am today.. It makes me feel complete being a woman.. And indeed, it is the highest-paid job in the world, for no amount of money can ever pay for a Mother’s love, care, and time she devotes to her children.. Pure love, it is, that makes her do everything for her kids without expecting anything in return.. =)
Sis, sounds like we have the same morning sickness experience. Haha! I dreaded those times during my two pregnancies but now that I am all over it, I could smile as I think back of those happenings. Motherhood is tiring but fulfilling and priceless. I can’t trade my kids for anything else this world can offer. They are God’s greatest blessings to me!
Should I thank the Lord na pregnancy is exclusive for women. Salamat na rin, kasi alam ko kung gaano kahirap, based on what my wife experiences sa 3 kids namin. Now, my eldest daughter is in this stage and I ask you and other readers to say a little prayer for her.
yvette surely can relate with you ate ems.. i do too but in a different manner hehe.
thanks for sharing!
Yes that is indeed true, there’s this thing on children that adults can never offer. Lol we are the same, I also found myself crying when I see kids abused on the news.
Indeed we never know the thrills and joys of motherhood in all the sense of the word until we become a mom…mine were difficult pregnancies too…I know that feeling of morning sickness….sick as sick can be yet fulfilling indeed especially during that first moment of holding a precious baby in one’s arms…sigh..motherhood is such a precious gift and we are so blessed for the lifetime chance….God bless you and your beautiful family…
Your post reminded me of myself two years ago. I was not fond of kids too but it all changed after I had my baby boy..