
As we celebrate National Safe Motherhood Day on April 11, 2021 enforcing the need, availability and adequate access to women and childcare during pregnancy, childbirth, and postnatal services.
We would like you to share your motherhood journeys with us.
It could be related to facing difficulty in conceiving, getting used to new routine, challenges of being a new mom, postpartum care, or any special moment of being a mother!
We are sure your stories will inspire and motivate many other new moms.
Entries accepted until April 30, 2021.
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1Vinopriya May 11, 2021
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1Kavita May 1, 2021
Today my daughter is a teenager. I gave up my career permanently to be a full time mom to her. I have enjoyed every moment of her growing up years, to make up for the loss of my absence from her life during her first 9 months. Trust me when i say that quitting my job to be with her , has been the best decision of my life. I have absolutely no regrets. I have the satisfaction of giving her both quality snd quantity time and grooming her to be the person she is today. I feel blessed to have the best daughter in the world. She is a perfect match of beauty with brains, very talented in studies, painting, singing. People say i am lucky to have her as my daughter. My princess feels she is luckier to have me as her mom. I am grateful to god for this wonderful gift of a lifelong friend.
I never knew a motherhood journey could be so interesting and fun despite all its ups and downs. Today i can say that MOTHERHOOD is the best thing that a woman can experience in her life. The day a mother is born, everything else seems secondary and the biggest of sacrice we make for our kids seem small. I am happy i walked this path.
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1Sayoni Mondal Apr 30, 2021
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1Arathi Vishwanath Apr 30, 2021
Myself with two school-going girl children remember and enjoyed their day to day activities till date. Knowing their interests and talents I tried to develop them and guided them to improve the same because of what I am happy that my children are achieving everywhere. I can say proudly that as a mother I taught them a good culture, behaviour that everyone could appreciate!
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1Vidya. Shah. Apr 30, 2021
Day in & day out I kept myself active in most household works,ate healthy, nutritious and balanced diet,gave rest to my mind,body & soul,was listening to soothing music, got periodically updated with my gynecologist & took all required supplements too.
The blood,vitamins & minerals in our body is for our own growth, but during pregnancy the mother should be taking extra supplements to nourish her womb.
Its the child who gives the degree of Motherhood to a mom!
For complete 9 months I never allowed any negativity to enter my mind,kept myself happy & cheerful,read many books on various subjects & truly enjoyed & relished my pregnancy! Its only the lucky ones who are blessed with pregnancy!
We as mothers are blessed to create a living child thus we must value & respect our blessings! I must confess my beautiful journey of 9 complete months blessed me with our beautiful daughter who too has imbibed in her the footsteps of her mother!
Yes! I enjoyed my Motherhood at its best!
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1Vidya. Shah. Apr 30, 2021
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1Lata Prabhu Apr 29, 2021
There are no words to express the feeling of nurturing a new life within you. There is no rulebook and each one's motherhood is an unique experience. I had lost my mother when I was in college and my in laws stayed at native place. I have been fortunate to be working till completion of 8th month. Yes my father did everything possible to pamper. Yes my husband too pampered me and in-laws were giving advice and inquiring about my health. My sister too though married and working always saw to it I never felt my mother's loss and doled out delicacies despite her hectic schedule. I had routine checkups. Everything was fine but during the fifth month when they came to know I am not going to deliver in their hospital, despite adding on 10kgs they said the weight is mine and not of the baby growing inside. They made me do sonography twice saying baby's growth is not sufficient. We had decided whatever we get is God's gift and left everything to faith. Fifth month swelling of feet began but my father used to keep hot water ready to rest my feet and lime juice. I used to have dryfruits and fruits ,vavding seeds water daily. Fruit and nuts dairymilk was my favourite. Also used to have coconut water. I need to mention in the train there was a lady who always used to give me her seat.My good Samaritan.I had to travel from Thane to CST Kala Ghoda. In the 8th month I travelled by Konkan Railway there too we booked for 2tier but that day they did not have the bogie and adjusted us in 3tier. The last month I used to go for long walks. But the moment I ate anything I used to just vomit. I even passed the due date. I must admit the village doctors are really good. They did not hurry thru and said wait the child's head has yet to descend, nothing to worry. With their assurance and in laws care I delivered a healthy baby girl through normal course effortlessly. Can you believe the weight of the baby was 3.4 kgs. Just watching your bundle of joy is like you have won a war. YES understanding their different ways of crying as they cannot speak - if they feel sleepy or hungry or sick. Their chuckling, holding your finger, toothless smile makes your day. YES we have to adjust our schedule as per baby's schedule. Play with them and sleep with them. DEAR friends do not panic as we did not pay heed to what the city doctor's said who is more interested in caesarean and minting money. We have good doctors in villages too. They are not interested in minting money but the welfare of their patients. Motherhood also makes you realise what responsibility is and how to be patient and adaptable, what is caring and sharing too.
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1Sayoni Mondal Apr 29, 2021
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1SURUCHI PRIYA Apr 29, 2021
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1Sayoni Mondal Apr 29, 2021
I always wanted to become pregnant in natural way but somehow it didn't work out. Since childhood I have been afraid of doctors, hospitals, tablets and injection. But I never thought the ones I'm afraid of will help me to have a family.
After 2 ivf failed finally I became pregnant.
I remember the day when I delivered my twins with cesarean, seeing my kids happy tears rolled from my eyes.
Preeti Agrawal Apr 28, 2021
This is a kind of feeling that cannot be expressed in just words. Motherhood is an expression of eternal love, aliveness and playfulness. 'A mother is born with a newborn'. A real advancement happens with a deep sense of fulfilment.
Their beautiful creations excite me and upgrade my energy level. Motherhood is an enthusiastic journey.
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1Sayoni Mondal Apr 28, 2021
Himani gupta Apr 26, 2021
Journey From a Woman to a Mother The 25th Monday of this May was special for me, and so was the last years as I felt the first kick of my sweet little heart. The day cannot be more memorable than this. The past eight months added a new dimension to Mothers Day in my life. I have been a wisher always but this time I was also a beneficiary of those wishes. I describe myself as an professional person and the thought of carrying baby inside me and raising them. But if I look back at these last few months, I would say I have faired well. From going by the books to believing my instincts, I am growing up as a mother in this journey. Motherhood doesnt come easy, and I have had my own set of challenges. Nevertheless, I feel rewarded whenever my cuties look at me and smile. The unsung melody of their smile is able to express so much with so little. Their chuckles have added another dose of enthusiasm in me. Their love knows no prejudice. I believe I become more humane and empathetic when I am around them. Thats the mother in me. All the moms, including my mom who has been doing an amazing yet exhausting and demanding job of raising not just their kids but their entire families. This makes me realise how much power a woman has; no wonder why we call her a Super Woman. And, those brilliant moms as Super Moms. Nature has ensured that only mothers can create humans in this world. How beautiful is that! My pregnancy, which was not an easy one, has made me realise the true meaning of motherhood. While dealing with many complications and ailments and living with just little hope, those 8 months felt like 80. Thats the reason why I very well know what it takes to get there. Had my pregnancy been like a breeze, I would not have got an opportunity to realise what all a woman undergoes and sacrifices to achieve her journey of being a mother. I am ending this with an aspiration that someday my kids too will acknowledge the efforts which their mom and dad have been putting for them, and they would echo the same set of emotions as me.
The 25th Monday of this May was special for me, and so was the last years as I felt the first kick of my sweet little heart. The day cannot be more memorable than this. The past eight months added a new dimension to Mothers Day in my life. I have been a wisher always but this time I was also a beneficiary of those wishes.
I describe myself as an professional person and the thought of carrying baby inside me and raising them. But if I look back at these last few months, I would say I have faired well. From going by the books to believing my instincts, I am growing up as a mother in this journey.
Motherhood doesnt come easy, and I have had my own set of challenges. Nevertheless, I feel rewarded whenever my cuties look at me and smile. The unsung melody of their smile is able to express so much with so little. Their chuckles have added another dose of enthusiasm in me. Their love knows no prejudice. I believe I become more humane and empathetic when I am around them. Thats the mother in me.
All the moms, including my mom who has been doing an amazing yet exhausting and demanding job of raising not just their kids but their entire families. This makes me realise how much power a woman has; no wonder why we call her a Super Woman. And, those brilliant moms as Super Moms.
Nature has ensured that only mothers can create humans in this world. How beautiful is that! My pregnancy, which was not an easy one, has made me realise the true meaning of motherhood. While dealing with many complications and ailments and living with just little hope, those 8 months felt like 80. Thats the reason why I very well know what it takes to get there. Had my pregnancy been like a breeze, I would not have got an opportunity to realise what all a woman undergoes and sacrifices to achieve her journey of being a mother.
I am ending this with an aspiration that someday my kids too will acknowledge the efforts which their mom and dad have been putting for them, and they would echo the same set of emotions as me.
Vinopriya Apr 25, 2021
Aarthi Prabhakaran Apr 24, 2021
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1Nazuk Fatwani Apr 23, 2021
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Sayoni Mondal Apr 22, 2021
its indeed "Never underestimate the powers of a women as she blessed with so many powers n form of goddess"
Sakina Apr 21, 2021
I have always seen my mom as a perfect definition of the word MOTHER. When I was expecting, I came to know that I am going to give birth to twins. 9 months went and it was overwhelming. TWIN BOYS took birth and made my family crazy and happening.
Uptill 1 year it was very very difficult to handle them, but with support of family I could manage my profession as a dentist ,my home, and my kids very efficiently.
I always motivate each and every mother I meet and make them realise how special they are for everyone and in order to set things straight they must take care of themselves first. A healthy and well educated mom can take her family to sky heights.
Believe in yourselves and keep doing good work.
Sayoni Mondal Apr 21, 2021
Veena Adige Apr 19, 2021
Sunita Katyal Apr 16, 2021
Subhashree Ravichandran Apr 16, 2021
When a baby is born,a mother is born too. I was a young mother at 21. My pregnancy months were wonderful and uneventful. My childbirth wasn't. My delivery was normal but the placenta didn't come out for more than 2 hours and I lost a lot of blood. At one point, it looked like I wouldn't live to see my daughter grow. So, I realised how precious my daughter and my life with her is. We weren't well off but very happy and contented. My husband and I,we gave her the best experiences and abundant love. We have wonderful cherished memories of encouraging her in her Judo , Bhagvad Gita & Music classes, and in taking her to various places for competitions and programmes. Our visits to the book fairs and zoos were joyous occasions. She had some difficulty with spellings initially and we worked together with her, making it family time, instead of making her stress over it. She later became so confident that she started winning prizes for her stories at school. Being a single child,we didn't want her to feel pampared or <a href="http://lonely.So,we" target="_blank" style="color: #0065f6;">lonely.So,we</a> encouraged her to nurture her friendship and she became a confident, cheerful, compassionate,boisterous and well adjusted girl. I am sure she will make great strides in her personal and professional life. Looking back, I realise that during this journey,I have become more loving, patient, non judgmental, giving and I have gained endless love, sensitivity, kindness and support. We make a great team and support each other.I am ever thankful for being a mom and look forward to wonderful years ahead
I was a young mother at 21. My pregnancy months were wonderful and uneventful. My childbirth wasn't. My delivery was normal but the placenta didn't come out for more than 2 hours and I lost a lot of blood. At one point, it looked like I wouldn't live to see my daughter grow. So, I realised how precious my daughter and my life with her is. We weren't well off but very happy and contented. My husband and I,we gave her the best experiences and abundant love. We have wonderful cherished memories of encouraging her in her Judo , Bhagvad Gita & Music classes, and in taking her to various places for competitions and programmes. Our visits to the book fairs and zoos were joyous occasions.
She had some difficulty with spellings initially and we worked together with her, making it family time, instead of making her stress over it. She later became so confident that she started winning prizes for her stories at school.
Being a single child,we didn't want her to feel pampared or lonely.So,we encouraged her to nurture her friendship and she became a confident, cheerful, compassionate,boisterous and well adjusted girl. I am sure she will make great strides in her personal and professional life.
Looking back, I realise that during this journey,I have become more loving, patient, non judgmental, giving and I have gained endless love, sensitivity, kindness and support. We make a great team and support each other.I am ever thankful for being a mom and look forward to wonderful years ahead
Nidhi agrawal Apr 15, 2021
From the time I was very young, I wanted to be a mom. It wasnt and isnt my lifes ambition, but I always felt it was the one thing I couldnt bear to miss out on. When my son was born and I scooped him up and pulled him into my chest, my heart grew many more times larger than the grinchs did. He was immediately the love of my life. My daughter was not such a beautiful story at the beginning because of some depression, but now, staring into her face it brings me more joy than I ever thought possible. They drive me nuts. They steal my sleep. They changed the course of my life. They make me better. They make me smarter. They have sparked a power in me that I never knew I had. They are true love. They are joy. They are everything. It means I am responsible for the fate of the world because they are the future. This club, this tribe of motherhood is hard work to get into but man, its worth it.
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1Sonia B Apr 14, 2021
It's been a roller coaster ride.Once I took the test and we went to the Dr to confirm the same,i was congratulating my hubby as well as we were overjoyed.
From there life changed "God is everywhere and there is no bound to his miracles".A new life a pinky looking baby boy, from sleepless nights to running around doing house chores. It's fun, tiring, filled with emotions, hopes,experiences and the journey goes on till your last breathe.
Kudos to all the mother's!!!!!!
Smitha.R P Apr 14, 2021
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1Shannon Almeida Apr 14, 2021
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1Dharani saravanan Apr 13, 2021
Life became more busier, messier and complicated after having a baby. This little one keeps me on my toes every moment. From handling the crying and cranky baby, cleaning the potty,satisfying the little member's hunger, life turns into one whole big responsibility. I try my level best to balance love and care with responsibilities and duties... on a random day when I woke up and saw the morning sunlight bringing a glow on my baby's face and my heart skips a beat. Suddenly my baby opens his eyes and smiles looking at me , not knowing even the slightest about the upheavals I am going through emotionally and physically due to him. Smiling back, I hold him in my arms, and that precious moment when I hug him tight is the moment when all my negativity vanishes and crashes. I feel like a complete woman-a blessed soul, I realise I am a "mom", a mother. I realised the true essence of motherhood. The Smile and the calling amma makes the motherhood joyful.. so hang on there mammas , you will get there..
Dharani saravanan Apr 13, 2021
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