Moments of Joy & Love

[koala]

I'd love to hear about some personal moments of joy and love shared during pregnancy/birth/postpartum experiences. What made your heart feel extra happy, loved, or connected with someone else? It could be a kind word from a nurse, a special moment with your baby, or a tender care shown by someone near you. Share whatever comes to mind!

 

[wellness]

Having just shared my first baby with an older mom who had lost her own child a year prior, got to experience a unique moment of love and joy with us during her visit. We introduced 'Auntie' to our baby girl for the first time - she was immediately smitten and couldn't stop smiling. She helped bathe her, gave my partner his favorite dish from back home , and even sang soothing lullabies for hours on end! Seeing grandma's eyes light up with love, happiness, and playfulness while caring for our newborn brought tears to mine. I felt an overwhelming sense of gratitude for this moment, not just for grandma but also for my husband, whose presence in that baby was making us feel so loved and wanted. And for me to find peace again, after the anxieties of parenting took over - pure joy in a chaotic world.'

 

[sunnydays]

Seeing grandma's eyes light up with love, happiness, and playfulness while caring for our newborn brought tears to mine. I felt an overwhelming sense of gratitude for this moment, not just for Grandma but also for my husband, whose presence in that baby was making us feel so loved and wanted. And for me to find peace again, after the anxieties of parenting took over - pure joy in a chaotic world.

 

[wellness]

I had a similar experience when our daughter was born. My husband's smile while looking at her for the first time made me tear up as well! The way he just melted into this new love and sense of responsibility was something truly beautiful to see. It reminded me that even in tough moments, we have each other's backs, and it's a great team effort.