To "Our" Mommas
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It never ceases to amaze us how quickly trust is established as we cross the threshold of your sacred space.
Such a tiny moment in our lives, we feel privileged to join you in such a big part of your life.
You may be feeling vulnerable, unsure of yourself, desperate for help and reassurance that you are "doing things right."
You have cried tears of joy and tears of frustration...and sometimes we have cried with you.
A bond of friendship has formed in many cases, and you've paid us the highest compliment of
inviting us back with the birth of your next sweet baby.
Little do you know how much we think of you and sometimes agonize over our inability to "fix" things for you.
But we know our most important job is to empower you, and we will walk along side of you for as long as you need us.
We are overjoyed when you reach out to us down the road to let us how things are going
regardless of your ultimate feeding decision.
Often we live vicariously through you, remembering our own days as new mommas and the
feelings we had as we snuggled our own soft, warm little bundles, only wanting to give our very best to them.
We learn from you everyday, and you allow us to share your struggles so that others may learn, too.
When our feet cross that threshold, we have nothing but
respect for your space.
We honor your courage and commitment.
We stand in awe of your strength.
And we marvel at the bond that has so quickly formed between you and your baby...
A true picture of perfection.
