In Light of Motherhood

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I promise, Limitless isn’t turning into a bi-weekly blog or should it? That’s an attractive proposition. I’m kidding. Haha😂. I apologize for not showing up last week. 

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Motherhood. I don’t know if it’s just me but believe me, my thoughts have been straying to motherhood and it’s frigging scary. Not just my thoughts but movie recommendations, posts, and some experiences have been making me think about it. That’s weird abeg😂. 

I see how my sister-in-law takes care of my niece and it’s like a superpower, believe me. To be honest, I don’t think I can remain calm with whining or tantrums. I see myself shouting “shut up and stop making noise”😂. 

I have a big sister who has a very troublesome and playful kid. He is so energetic and I struggle to keep up with him some times. I can imagine what his mum goes through. One day he was playing so much and mistakenly spilled all the popcorn she wanted to sell on the floor. Wahala (Trouble). 

Ps: I have some older friends who I like to call big sisters. I don’t have a blood-related sister. 

Will my kids like me like this? What if I have a stubborn kid? I don’t even have strength. Man. I’ve been having a lot of doubts. I know children are beautiful and lovely and cute, but still it takes a lot of hard work. OMG. The sleepless nights right after the baby is born.😭 Every mother talks about this. My golden sleep would be snatched just like that?!!!

I was talking to another big sister during her first trimester. She was telling me how she vomits three times daily, how she doesn’t eat and gets tired easily. Wait, so, I might not be able to eat my best food? Godforbid Godforbid😂. Eyyy God. All because of child.

To think, my mum went through all these to bring me to life is admirable to be honest. Not one, not two kids. Man. Every woman deserves some accolades. 

So, I might add weight?😂 I don’t see myself getting fatter than this. My size finally increased by 2kg this year since 2017.😭Anyways, I have an aunty who didn’t get fatter and was glowing when she was pregnant. But she had these big stretch marks at the back of her legs. They always disappear after her delivery. Women’s bodies be displaying orisirisi. Orisirisi means different different😂. 

One thing I’m sure of is that things will be easier if you have a very supportive husband, who is willing to help when needed. Also, if the journey involves God, it’s gon’ be a lot easier. I mean to feel alone while bringing up a child is the saddest and worst thing in this world. I seriously feel sad for single mothers. How do they do it? What if there is no mother, mother-in-law or anyone to help. That must be so tough. It takes a lot of strength. 

I’m just thinking out loud as you can tell. However, one thing that drops in my mind whenever I have doubts or get scared about marriage or motherhood is 1st John 4:18. I’m very sure most mothers fall in love with their babies right from when they hear the first heartbeat. That could neutralize all fear and doubts. Hmm😂. Or not? I’m sure it does. 

Drops mic!😂

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Thanks for reading guys. What scares you the most about motherhood as a lady who hasn’t had a child? 

As a mother, what’s the most exhausting thing about motherhood? Tell me in the comment section. 

Have a lovely week family!