Pakistani actress Mahira Khan is a celebrated actress and now also a loving mother. Recently, the actress went down memory lane while celebrating her son Azlan’s birthday. To mark her son’s special day, the star shared a major throwback picture of the first picture she clicked with him. In the post, Mahira looked overjoyed as her baby boy lay next to her in a cradle. Sharing the pictures, she also revealed that she became a mother at the age of 24. She wrote, “A 24-year-old me, my whole world looking at me-my one and only Azlan.” Like Mahira, if you are also a young mother, you would know that the huge but rewarding responsibility also brings stress with it. So we have listed some useful tips to manage motherhood as a young mother.
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Parenting Tips for Young Moms
1. Openness to receive help and advice
Becoming a mother at a young age brings both mental and physical changes. One of the most effective ways to handle this new phase of life is to seek help and advice from family, your partner’s family, and even your larger support system such as friends and extended family who are already parents. This can help you understand the parenting process quickly, as well as give you a much-needed breather from time to time.
2. Make time for yourself by sharing responsibilities
Although the concept of free time is a challenge after becoming a parent, it is important to take out some time for yourself, even if it is just an hour a day. Take a break from your duties by involving your partner in the daily parenting responsibilities and spend time focusing on yourself. Small things like getting a haircut, exercising or watching your favourite TV show can make you feel refreshed for the rest of the day.
3. Be patient with the process
Like any other role, motherhood is not a magic mantra and no one can learn it overnight. Mistakes will be made, but over time anyone can learn to raise their child in a way that meets their own high standards. In the meantime, a healthy approach to the learning process involves practicing patience and not allowing yourself to be overwhelmed by remorse or guilt when things don’t work out right. Soon, you will turn the learning process into a stable routine that works for you and your child.
4. Trust your intuition
When you are not sure about your baby's needs, don't be afraid to trust your intuition. For example, if you think your baby is crying, trust your intuition and know whether he is hungry or sleepy and act accordingly. When in doubt, don't hesitate to seek advice from an expert. But with time, one can hone one's intuition and feel confident enough to recognize their baby's needs and desires.
5. Talk about it
As a young mother, one may find it difficult to deal with the lifestyle changes. Believe it or not, you are not the only one who feels this way. Whatever your concerns or feelings, whether you are suffering from postpartum depression or you simply want to express your feelings, talking to your well-wishers and experts about your worries can only help. Consider opening up with other young mothers and normalising not being okay.
Motherhood can come with many challenges, especially when you are a young mother. However, experts often advise that building and developing a strong support system is often the trick to allowing yourself to fully experience the joys of motherhood.
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