I remember when Ledoux was just a newborn little baby... all the nights of no sleep, frustration, love, sadness, pretty much every feeling you can possibly have in the world. In fact, it feels like it was just yesterday. I found this 'Baby Bill of Rights' during our first week home, and it really helped me keep everything in perspective. I came across it again this afternoon, and wanted to share it with all the mamas out there... It just rings so true when you look at that sweet little face. Even if that sweet little face is screaming back at you. Take a deep breath, read this, and maybe it will help you too.
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| My little baby isn't so little anymore... |
Talk to me
Sing, hum, babble, or even read the funnies to me!
I don't know exactly what you're saying, but I need to hear you.
And I do know what you mean, even if I may not know words.
For example, your voice tone means "I love you". When you yell, I hear, "You're a pest".
Unless you communicate with me, how can I learn? I learn from you.
Hold me
Everything is so big and new to me. I don't understand where I am, or who I am.
And I get scared. But when you hold me, I feel better.
Your warmth warms me. Your breath and heartbeat make me feel I belong.
Belong here. Belong to you.
Answer my cry
I don't cry to upset you, or to get you mad.
I cry because I can't tell you how I feel any other way. I have no other way to communicate with you.
Maybe I'm cold. Or wet. Or hungry. Or scared. Or lonely.
Answer my cries. You'll soon know what each one means. You won't spoil me.
You'll help me to be a better baby...and to make you happier, too.
Love me
Like me. Love me just as I am.
Don't expect me to do what I can't do. I'm still brand new.
My muscles aren't ready. I know I'm messy. But I'm growing.
Overlook my baby weakness. You're the most important person in my world.
I can't make it without you. Get to know me.
Have fun with me.
And love me...just as I am!
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