In the quiet hours of the night when everyone else is asleep, I see you. You, the tireless mom, pumping to sustain your baby's life. And again in the early morning, before the sun has fully risen and the day's tasks have begun, I witness your sacrifice. You fit in pumping sessions wherever you can - in between meetings, in the car, or even in the bathroom. All in an effort to keep up with your baby's demand for breastmilk.
It's not always easy, and there are moments when you feel exhausted. But let me remind you, in those moments of weariness: You are doing a phenomenal job, mama. Your sacrifice is not in vain. The seeds of life that you're sowing and watering through your efforts allow your baby to thrive. It's a tangible expression of love that only a mother can give.
Remember, you're not just providing care and sustenance for your child. You're also expressing love and selfless devotion day after day. This is what makes you a good mom. You're doing the best you can for your baby, and that's all anyone could ask of you.
There will come a day when you'll pack up that pump and put it away on the shelf. The alarms on your phone reminding you to pump will be turned off. You'll prepare that last bottle of breastmilk and realize how quickly time has passed. That day will come soon.
Until then, find encouragement in the daily grind of pumping. Embrace the selfless acts of love that you give day after day. Even though it may feel thankless at times, you're not alone. You're part of a community of moms who are feeding their babies the best way they know how.
In this season of life as a pumping mom, remember these words: You've got this. And on those hard days when you're feeling worn out, remind yourself of your strength and the incredible love you're giving your baby each and every day.
You are seen. You are appreciated. And most importantly, you are loved. Keep going, mama. You've got this.