During pregnancy and early on in parenthood, it is easy to compare yourself to others.
In fact, when I was a new mom, there were several moments where I compared myself to other moms, and even compared my child to other children!
So let’s talk about how new moms can avoid comparison to others.
In this video, I share a few moments where my criticism of myself led me to compare our family’s situation to others. But that’s not healthy for anyone. In fact, your confidence as a parent is diminished when you constantly question yourself.
Learn my mantra to repeat to yourself whenever you feel inadequate, unsure, or just plain worried about your parenting decisions. We’ve all been there! Whether it’s sleep patterns, breastfeeding, or how to discipline your child, there are thousands of articles and blogs you can find to contradict each other. In this world of heavy social media use, it’s more important than ever for us to trust our gut.
Earlier this week, we discussed difficult decisions that Meghan Markle and Prince Harry will face as parents. In fact, they are already facing those tough moments now!
“Avoiding the comparison game” is one strategy that is in Think or Blue’s new free publication – the Gender Surprise Handbook: 8 Ways to Mentally Prepare for Baby When You Don’t Know the Sex.
For the other seven strategies, click here to get your own free copy.
If you know a pregnant friend or new parent who may be wrestling with difficult decisions or a lack of confidence, please share this with them.
After all, we’re all in this together!
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