To all the moms...

[kentuckygalrk]

This one is going out to all the mothers (especially Donna, Elizabeth, Leigh, Debbie, and Charlotte)...


I just wanted to let all of you know that each and every single one of you is an inspiration. I know everyone always says being a mother is both the most rewarding and difficult thing a woman will ever do, but you all are just amazing.


When I first joined this group I had my VERY serious doubts that I would ever be able to be a good mother because of my emet and it was tearing me apart inside.One of the biggestdreams I've hadsince I was a little girl is the dreamof being a mom... I used to carry my dolls around EVERYWHERE. Then, as I got older Irealized that being a mother wasn'tall pleasant, all the time and I worried thatI justwouldn't be cut out for it.


I know that sometimes when you write after one of your children have been ill you are writing because you're scared or terrified or just frustrated, but the simple fact that you are able to get on here at all after an experience goes to show all of us (hopeful mothers-to-be) that as horrible as it is,you DO get through it, you eventually move on andmost of all, youSTILL love,cherishand want the best for your children each day.


I'm constantly amazed by the group of mothers on this site; All emets, all facing a thing that terrifies them, and yet, all here to comfort and support the other mothers in the process. It's clear to me, because you are able to come on and give advice to others about situations you've been through, that even though having sick children scares you at the moment... it makes you stronger in the long run.


I'm now totally looking forward to becoming a mother in the future and it is because of all of you. I know that kids aren't sick all the time and the times they aren't are far too wonderful to give it up for those few unfortunatemoments.


So... thank you, thank you, THANK YOU!


Never forget this... you aresuch amazing mothers!!!
~Rachel

[Babydoll]

amen, sista!

[jennyleigh1975]

Rachel, I think you summed it up in your last sentence, children are too wonderful to give up just because of a few unfortunate moments. Although yes, it is hard, you learn to get through it and say this to shall pass.

Each time I found out I was pregnant, I thought, "Well, what if I get morning sickness?" I got through that!!!! Three times too!! Then you child is born and you think .......... "Gosh, what am I going to do when they "V"?" You get through it though. You realize, hey, I dont like this, but with the proper precautions/hygiene I will get through it.

Rachel, thank you for your post. Thank you for making me feel good as a mom. Its heartwarming to know that others look up to and admire what you do. Im sure that when the time is right for you, you will be an awesome mother, even when there is "V" involved!!

God Bless,
Leigh

[alliecat]

Emetophobic mothers are my heroines, and that is no joke. You are the strongest of all of us. I have so much respect for all of you.


Allie

[madisonsmom]

Morning sickness NEVER bothered me. I knew it wasnt a sv. When your kids are sick its a natural motherly instinct to take care of them and make them feel better.


Kids are SO worth it. I want another one!! I have 3!

[charzysbebe]

This one is going out to all the mothers (especially Donna, Elizabeth, Leigh, Debbie, and Charlotte)...


I just wanted to let all of you know that each and every single one of you is an inspiration. I know everyone always says being a mother is both the most rewarding and difficult thing a woman will ever do, but you all are just amazing.


When I first joined this group I had my VERY serious doubts that I would ever be able to be a good mother because of my emet and it was tearing me apart inside.One of the biggestdreams I've hadsince I was a little girl is the dreamof being a mom... I used to carry my dolls around EVERYWHERE. Then, as I got older Irealized that being a mother wasn'tall pleasant, all the time and I worried thatI justwouldn't be cut out for it.


I know that sometimes when you write after one of your children have been ill you are writing because you're scared or terrified or just frustrated, but the simple fact that you are able to get on here at all after an experience goes to show all of us (hopeful mothers-to-be) that as horrible as it is,you DO get through it, you eventually move on andmost of all, youSTILL love,cherishand want the best for your children each day.


I'm constantly amazed by the group of mothers on this site; All emets, all facing a thing that terrifies them, and yet, all here to comfort and support the other mothers in the process. It's clear to me, because you are able to come on and give advice to others about situations you've been through, that even though having sick children scares you at the moment... it makes you stronger in the long run.


I'm now totally looking forward to becoming a mother in the future and it is because of all of you. I know that kids aren't sick all the time and the times they aren't are far too wonderful to give it up for those few unfortunatemoments.


So... thank you, thank you, THANK YOU!


Never forget this... you aresuch amazing mothers!!!
~Rachel

Awww, thank you!! I am so touched by your post! I agree with you...even in the worst emet moments, the love a mother has for their child, always pushes the emet aside so you can take care of your little one!


Having children is definately worth putting up with all of the illnesses! Just think...when we are old and grey...guess who will be cleaning up our vomit?? [img]smileys/smilies_02.gif[/img]


Charlotte

[skinnyme]

Thanks for the awesome post of recognition... I fell so sorry for my kids having to put up with my emet. But i make up for it when they have other illnesses. It feels so good to be able to cuddle them and spoil them when they have colds and such, In fact I just took my eldest daughter to the dr. today and she has Influenza. My three kids and myself have been so sick with colds, I actually had to get antibiotics cause mine turned to an infection, but anyway I do appreciate that nice post it makes us feel good. And to all of you moms out there... just remember there are so many other things we do for our kids to be good parents, being afraid of their SV,s when they have them is nothing that they will hold against us.

[emetojackie]

[img]smileys/smilies_39.gif[/img]Well done to all you emet mothers, you are all so very strong - something I could never do!

[donna1216]

That was so sweet, it's so nice to hear!!!! And it is true, kids are WONDERFUL, the "V" is secondary--it sucks and is terrifying while it's happening, but I would deal with "V" everyday as long as I didn't lose them!!!