jtribbett1
New member
I'm 22 years old and I'm the mother of an incredible 3-year-old boy.
When I found out I was pregnant with him, I was in complete shock. I was the kind of person who basically had their entire life planned and was a complete control freak. Having him humbled the hell out of me. I had to learn how to go with the flow. Now, I realize that I can't plan everything out and I can not control anyone but myself.
But I'm young and I want to be the best parent I can to my child. I realize I have a lot to learn in life and as a mother, but how do I focus on my own personal development while also catering to my child's development? I usually end up neglecting myself and other responsibilities because I am trying to be "present" with my son and cater to his needs. How do you "grow up" while raising a child?
When I found out I was pregnant with him, I was in complete shock. I was the kind of person who basically had their entire life planned and was a complete control freak. Having him humbled the hell out of me. I had to learn how to go with the flow. Now, I realize that I can't plan everything out and I can not control anyone but myself.
But I'm young and I want to be the best parent I can to my child. I realize I have a lot to learn in life and as a mother, but how do I focus on my own personal development while also catering to my child's development? I usually end up neglecting myself and other responsibilities because I am trying to be "present" with my son and cater to his needs. How do you "grow up" while raising a child?