I want to take a moment out to thank everybody who takes their own personal time to read or engage in my blog whether it’s new to you or old. You are appreciated.
I did want to remind you that my first affirmation book (Dear Mommy, these are for you) is available on Amazon paperback and kindle and if you don’t have access you can also visit OkadaBooks.com
Please support my book. It is a collection of affirmations that can uplift any mother at any given time, if you are a mom, know a mom, or simply want to share words of encouragement with anyone you know. Please buy or download this book.
It’s available Internationally as well via the Amazon of your choice.
It’s official everyone 🥹🙏🏽, my affirmation book: Dear Mommy, These are for you is FINALLY ready & available for pre order on Amazon kindle & will release May 8th 2022 (A wonderful date – 🌸Mother’s Day 🌸
Every mommy needs encouragement at times, please support me by purchasing this book, not just to lift yourself up, but for other mommies that you might know that might need it (this includes you dad’s) share this with your lovely woman.
I appreciate all of you who have continued to support my blog over the years. I do hope you enjoy this book.
Ps. On May 8th 2022, the book will also be available to purchase paperback copy 📕 on Amazon.
I missed my babies so much! Their love and affection, their smiles and laughs, their bond, I just missed everything about them.
I got in two days ago early in the morning, the moment I stepped in the door first thing I heard was my son crying and saying my name. It was so emotional, he was so overcome with joy he couldn’t believe that I had finally made it home and not just me, Papa bear too. This was the absolute best feeling in the whole wide world I can hardly explain it. There’s something between a bond with parents and their children that is so amazing and so beautiful. I’ve been away for almost a month again, maybe a bit less but all I know is I am so happy to be around the two loves of my life!
I mentioned before, I don’t want to miss any moments of anything and I’ve already made so many more memories with them in such a short period of time. They’ve grown so much, they are talking better, they are writing and they are so intelligent. I can’t believe my eyes and ears. I will absolutely not miss any moments so long as I don’t have to.
I already made the decision that I’m going to cut back on work because it’s almost unbearable, these days, I need to be with my children. These are the moments that they will remember and these are the times where I need to be around for them no matter what.
I pray God continues to provide for my family and continues to protect us as we grow and I know everything will work out for the better.
My children are my life and although I also have a life outside of my children there’s nothing like their unconditional love. We are growing together and we are learning together and I’m just so excited to be in their presence once again. How I’ve missed these two voices.
The bond is so strong & for the past three days even the slightest separation, needing to go do something, they are both afraid that I’m going and I won’t come back again… it makes me feel some kind of way but I tell them “mommy isn’t going anywhere, not this time and when mommy does go somewhere, you’re coming with me.” then their face is light right back up.
Life is so precious, and the most important thing is making memories and that’s what I plan to do. I’ve always been a hands-on mom, I do a lot of things with the children. I feel like I’m stepping into a new zone with them I look forward to everything that is to come.
Cheers to motherhood 🥂
A special message from my son via talk to text
“Thank you airplans for bringing Mommy back I love mommy Barry so much, I love you in the whole wide wide mommy. When I when she gives me something I like when she give me snacks and food I will eat it but the things I don’t want to eat I want mommy to give me nice food. I love mommy so much.”
I did it! We did it. Papa bear and I made it one year as parents to our amazing son. What a journey it’s been. Just reflecting back to the hospital room waiting for little man J to arrive to now, wow!!!!
Our son is still smiling, dancing, no longer eating his baby food but table food & he is walking. Having all this happen right before my eyes is amazing. He knows how to copy everything I do with one look, he knows how to clap and find his little nose and even put his hands up in the air. It’s so many different things I’m just thankful I’m doing a good job. (Yes! I will pat myself of the back) motherhood is no small task.
This has been one heck of a year and I look forward to Jaden’s greater development as time continues on. In no time sentences will be forming and I look forward to having mother and son conversations. I’ve got his learning flash card all ready. This is the sponge stage after all and it’s important to take full advantage of that whether its learning new words, numbers or even languages.
To think my baby boy is no longer a baby but a toddler!!!! (Of course, he’ll always be my baby 🙂
Quick advice I have for new “newborn” mothers & fathers just as I once was a year ago:
– DON’T FREAK OUT! You got this MOM and you can do it DAD. Enjoy the experience and enjoy your baby because they really do grow up fast. Since my son has started walking everything has become more challenging already because he’s more curious than ever and he doesn’t know how to walk slow but is ready to take off like Usain Bolt every minute 😅
– As I’ve said in some of my earlier blogs, it takes time to get your “groove” back but it will come. As mothers, our bodies might change but that doesn’t mean you should love your body less.
– Rekindle the love. This might take time because your newborn baby takes up all the time you have and you might not feel attractive which happens often in the beginning but don’t worry, eventually you will get routinely great at things and you and your partner will be able to spend quality time together once again (very important)
– Lastly, let your baby do them. Don’t compare your child’s development to another. Every single child is different & you will run yourself mad if you start wondering “why this child is doing that and my child is not.” Let them take their milestones when they are ready and you’ll be so excited seeing their first laugh, tooth, crawl, walk etc.
I thank God for giving me more patience, learning and understanding more than I have ever had in my life. I thank God for Jaden’s amazing father for being supportive 24/7 and of course I thank Him for our son Jaden. This little boy has brought so much pride and joy not only to us but to so many others who he has made smile from friends, family and strangers.
Motherhood is amazing and I wouldn’t give it up for anything ❤️
I just wanted to wish all of my readers a happy holiday (Merry Christmas) & Happy New Year in advance from my family to yours. Thank you for keeping up with Mommies New Leaf & sharing your feedback. I wish us all a great start to the soon new year & Congratulations to all of us parents : 2016 WE DID IT!!!!! May all of our wonderful children be blessed in growing and learning.
I’d like to use this platform to let you know how thankful I am for this year. It’s been an amazing year.
My pride and joy Jaden was born this year on March 7th. I am so thankful to God that I got through my pregnancy terms safe and sound. I’m so thankful I got to experience what it’s like to have a child kick you from the inside. I’m so thankful that although it was tough, I managed to deliver my son. I am so thankful that he’s such a happy baby that loves to laugh, smile, play, is such a quick learning and is so observant to everything. I’m so thankful for his father, my love who has been by our side since day one, who took the news of being a first time father well with a loving heart & didn’t decide to leave us like some cowardly men do. I am so thankful that we have progressed our relationship and I pray we be in each other’s lives forever. I am thankful for his and my own family for allowing us to share our blessing together. Jaden has brought happiness to so many people and he’s even brought people closer. I am thankful for EVERYONE who has helped us along the way and will continue to help (it definitely does take a village to raise a child) I am thankful for my supportive friends and lastly I am so thankful to God. He has and will always be number 1. He has taken my wild ways and turned them into wisdom ways, He chose me to be a mother. He has guided me step by step with His word and has giving me the strength to be the best mother I can be and I keep learning more each day. God is the greatest and with His blessings and Love & His son Jesus whose blood covers us ALL, I have faith that no harm will come toward us in His mighty name. I am thankful for my faith.
May the following years continue to be great with learning, teaching, growth, more blessings, stability, strength and patience.
Mommies New Leaf 