Choosing to stay at home being a full time parent can come with a lot of stress. For me it was about doing a 'good enough' job. Daycares had play areas and curriculum for the little kids to follow along with other possible friends.
My stresses were passed along to one of Mallory's old friends from ABQ and a great piece of advice was passed back to me.
'That first year, a baby only needs someone to hold them with love'
This phrase really put me at ease and it is one I refer back to frequently, especially since doing it again with our newest baby girl.
Because it is easy to beat yourself up - or get beat up mentally by the daily duties. Are they developing enough, did we do enough tummy time, and on it goes. When in the end loving them and holding them is what they want and need.
We try our best but it's not perfect but that is alright because love for your child can't be outsourced . If you have the chance to stay at home with your kids, especially that first year - do it. You will be the best at loving them.
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