Babies go through so many firsts that it is sometimes impossible to be able to be there for every single one of them. Whether you missed their first roll over, their first real smile or their first gurgle, there are things you can do to make yourself feel a lot better.
 
Have a second first
Even if you missed out on one of their first milestones, the next time they do it it will still be a first for you. It doesn’t matter that they have done it before, embrace the milestone when you do finally experience it, your little one won't even know.
 
Don’t feel guilty
Whether you missed out on something because you were in work or away, doesn’t make you anything less than a fantastic mum.
 
Be realistic
You can’t stay at home staring at their face every single second of the day, no matter how much you may want to. You need to get out, go to work or even have a shower. As long as you are there when your baby really needs you than that is ok.
 
Encourage minders to not tell you about firsts
If missing out on your little one’s first is really getting you down, ask your baby’s minder or whoever is there when they do something they have never done before not to tell you. This way you won’t be hung up on the fact that your baby has already done it and rather simply enjoy the moment with your infant.
 
Don’t take your annoyance out on others
You are bound to be upset if you discover you have missed something, but don’t take it out on the person who was there. Keep in mind the fact that there are so many milestones that if you were to give out everytime you missed one you wouuld end up with very few friends. If the fear of missing out becomes a major part of your life, you will begin to lose the real part of motherhood – ensuring your baby is happy, healthy and safe.
 
Give yourself a pat on the back
Always remember that you are doing the best for your little one and that puting youself down won't make you a better mother. All you can do is your very best so give yourself a pat on the back for that.
 
 
 
 

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