Hey lil' Mamas.... here's my unsolicited organizing advice... because I've been there ;)
1. Things will NOT be the same so stop trying to keep them that way. this is merely summed up as PEOPLE over PERFECTION... say it with me now ;). PEOPLE over PERFECTION. This my dear lil' mama, is in regards to not worrying about anything being 'out of place' when people come over. If they have kids they get it.. if they don't they NEVER will get it. It's also ok to mourn/grieve that perfection is now a thing of the past...
2. Think about what you need help with and learn how to ask.THIS was one of the hardest things for me... Many want to help but are not able to anticipate your needs. This in turn chicarita requires you to once again let go of the perfection piece [can you tell i'm talking about me ;) and well... you ;)]. You will do things your way and everyone else will do things their way. The sooner you are comfortable with this the better. ps. your baby will be fine + become easy going...so I hope ;)
3. SLEEP... stop using the babie's nap time to clean your house. NO ONE cares if your house is clean except you (and maybe your mother-in-law, but I doubt that as well). Your baby is not crawling on the floor or getting into anything... I repeat SLEEP. and again SLEEP. and last time... SLEEP
These tidbits may well be the 3 MOST important THINGS I ever share with you....
Fondly, k
P.S. I'd love to hear your advice for new mamas
Still coming to terms with #1 and #2. Kitchen clutter drives me NUTS-O but somehow I always have it. PEOPLE over PERFECTION is a great reminder to just...let...it...go. Ah - I feel much better. Thanks Krista!
Posted by: Amy M. | October 26, 2009 at 02:36 PM