Having a baby is undeniably one of the most exhausting experiences. It often feels like they have an aversion to sleep, leaving you questioning if they truly dislike you. In the fleeting moments of rest I managed to find when my little ones were newborns, I often found myself dreaming of long, uninterrupted nights of slumber. Just when I thought I could enjoy that dream, I’d be startled awake by a tiny, squirming ball of demands, sometimes even shedding tears over my desperate yearning for sleep.
I vividly recall the first times my children slept through the night. Waking up well-rested after months of fatigue brought an overwhelming wave of emotions. After longing for those peaceful nights for what felt like an eternity, my initial reaction was pure bewilderment.
And then came the rush of joy when the reality hit me.
In a state of disbelief, I began to mentally tally the hours of sleep I had just enjoyed, much like the character in “A Beautiful Mind.” The hours, the minutes, the seconds—all those precious moments of rest were finally mine.
Overwhelmed, I struggled to process it all.
But with that joy came an unsettling feeling, as if something unfortunate might occur at any moment.
Then came the anxiety-inducing thought: “Are they okay?”
Rushing to their room, I peeked over them, only to find them peacefully sleeping. The relief washed over me, and for the first time in ages, I felt genuinely rested.
However, if you’re breastfeeding, your body is just as perplexed as your mind.
The mixture of emotions is so complex. You’re not accustomed to feeling this well-rested, and it leaves you unsure of how to navigate your day. Yet, the sensation is incredible, and you’ll do everything in your power to maintain this newfound bliss. You realize just how deeply you cherish your bed.
To those of you still in the trenches of sleepless nights, don’t lose hope.
Soon enough, you’ll find yourself in this state of bliss.
Maybe.
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In summary, while the journey to achieving a full night’s sleep with a baby can be fraught with challenges, the joy that comes when it finally happens is unparalleled. Embrace those moments, and remember that every sleepless night brings you one step closer to a well-rested future.