I was asked how it is to be a mom of two. You know what’s the first word I said?! CRAZY! It has been a super crazy task being a mom of a toddler and a newborn. And I won’t be adding any more offspring after Y!
They cry at the same time. CRAZY.
They need nappy change at the same time. CRAZY. And because Z likes to go on the potty when we’re at home – CRAZIER!
They need me at the same time. CRAZY.
Para mas feel na feel: NAKAKALOKAAAAAA!!!
But I wouldn’t have it any other way.
As my Mom Manifesto states: being a mom is my passion. I love being Mommy to my kids even though they drive me crazy, haha! With this passion comes the need for learning: to know more about parenting, the products out there meant to make parenting simple and fun, and the ways to keep the sanity amidst the crazy.
But even though it is crazy, I think I was a crazier, more sungit mom before. I’m still particular with hand-washing and kissing Y but I think I’m more lenient with who gets to hold her, how she’s talked to or what the grandmas want her to wear. Before, the littlest red marks, scratch, hiccups would be a concern. Not anymore. I think being a second-time mom, you’d get to relax a little because the first child turned out ok naman. I’m not as concerned with milestones. I haven’t even consulted “What To Expect in the First Year” since Y was born. I’m just really enjoying getting to know her and observe what she’s trying to do. No more of those lists!
As a mom of two, you’d also be mindful. You’d want to spend as much quality time with both kids, together and separately. At least, sibling rivalry is not (yet) a concern for us. My son adores his little sister so much which is a surprise since he wasn’t friendly with little kids before. That’s one less crazy for now.
As crazy as it can be, motherhood is the best thing that ever happened to me.
But yeah, no more babies!
How has adding another child change your mommy ways? And to those with 3 or more kids, HOW DO YOU DO IT?!
Aww, Chesca! You’ll get better at it, don’t worry! My three kids came very close to each other. I’m just so glad that they are all older now.:) See you soon!
Tina! Can’t wait for the kids to be a little bit older na din haha!
I can SO relate! Being a mom of two (boys) is CRAZY day everyday! Hehe!(: But it has its rewards and it makes me a better person too.(: We can do this Mommy!!
Yay I thought me lang! Yes we can do this!
I feel you 🙂 raising a toddler takes a lot of patience and love. What more kung 2 or more 🙂
Yes a LOOOOOT of patience talaga!
I wanted to have 4 kids kasi para masaya at magulo, maingay marami. Kaya lang, iniisip ko palang, parang di ko kakayanin ang magpalaki sa kanila! hehe.
The more, the merrier! Pero oo, nakakaloka haha! Ok na ako sa 2!
As of now I just have one kid and super kulit and even he is four ayaw pa ng kapatid. Maybe next year we can try to have one and baka carry ko na since the eldest will be five. But having a boy is nakakaloka
I only have one and I adore her! I know you can do it! You have so much love to give ; )
xoxo
MrsMartinez
children add more meaning to our lives, no doubt about it. being a mom is the best thing that ever happened to me. i guess we dan all say that. i love my daughter so much too.
It is really difficult to manage your time between your kids, more so if they vie for your attention at the same time. I am just blessed my hubby takes turn watching over the kids.
We are super moms in our ways and with Time Management we can do it. Me, as a solo parent it’s hard but my child is a miracle baby since I have endometriosis, therefore my child is a blessing already and she’s priceless…:)
Bow down to solo parents!
Hayyy, patience…sana nabibili sa suking tindahan, no?
Haha! Sana nga!
I feel you mommy. Having 2 kids is sobrang nakakaloka! That’s the reason why ayoko nang pumangatlo! Baka maloka na ko. Hehe 🙂
Hahaha! Isipin ko in 2 years kung kaya ko ng isa pa haha!
I love the honesty of this post. I have one toddler (15months) and I live a crazy life now. What more ikaw with a toddler AND a baby to boot. But well, you are right din coz these little human beings who makes our lives crazy makes us extra happy too. 🙂
I know the feeling 🙂 I have two girls with 1.5 years age gap. It was crazy and overwhelming but as they grow, everything will be easier 🙂 Plus, there’s so much love in the house 🙂