Things I Wish I Knew Before Having A Baby

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[DashimaDan]

Jenn’s pregnancy journey is one of the most realistic ones. It’s always that I see only happy mothers, holding their child and I have no idea what they’re going through. But when I see videos like this, I have better view on pregnancy and motherhood. Thanks, Jenn. You’re inspiration 💕

[Hhhhhhhhh]

Someone once told me for a crying baby: "When in doubt (after you've done all you can to fulfill their needs) go outside and show them a tree." It was the best advice I ever got. Really weird but always effective. It doesn't work for toddlers though 😂

[Sneaks]

Not only do I love Jenn for realism and transparency, but she articulates herself EXTREMELY WELL. Let's be honest-- that's a skill; You're awesome, Jenn. Although, I'm only 24, when I'm ready ill be revisiting your videos. <3

[ryushizu]

1:47 Savor the last moments of your pregnancy
2:26 So this is love
3:08 Parenting is a learn-as-you-go situation
3:52 Breastfeeding is SO emotional
6:11 Take shifts with your partner
6:55 Check for these things when your baby cries
7:52 Your maternal instincts take a while to kick in
9:33 Don't rush your recovery

[miamai]

The decision to have a child is knowing that your heart will forever walk outside of your chest. I’m not sure who said it, but it’s so true ❤️

[naomiganjoo]

Jenn this is so realistic, it’s like seeing my best friend’s pregnancy journey, thank you for articulating everything so beautiful and realistically 🤗 Sometimes it pains me to see you go through low moments but as I see your journey, you always pick yourself up! That’s so inspiring 🥰🙌

[ReadingwithTatiana]

loving your momma content!! i remember when you were pregnant and saying your content won't change because your channel is about you and not the baby. but it's awesome to see that being a parent is a BIG change and in life things can change and i'm glad you're being true to yourself and posting what you want :)

[alannarocksman]

I cannot tell you how comforting it is to hear someone else experiencing visual disturbances due to anxiety. This has been the case for me for 4 years now. Eyes and brain checked out and all pointed to anxiety. I too struggle with health anxiety. I’m a new mom as of Dec 2021 and recently experiencing a flare up of all these symptoms again. I can’t thank you enough for sharing this - it’s nice to know I’m not alone.

[violetsdigest]

Hi Jenn! I’m also a Type A and experience a lot of anxiety. I’m just like you, a problem solver constantly trying to find ways to manage and fix my anxiety. As a practicing Buddhist what I’ve found works best for me aside for meditation is to not fix it. Allow it to arise and dissolve. You are the watcher, because you watch it occur, you are not it.

“To have the courage to go home
to yourself, to recognize and hold the suffering inside and look deeply into it, may be the most important thing for you to do as a meditator. The meditator breathes in and says, “Hello, my fear, my anger, my despair. I will take good care of you." The moment you recognize the feeling and smile to it with love and care, embracing the fear with mindfulness, it will begin to change. That is the miracle of mindfulness. It's like morning sunlight shining on a lotus flower. The bud has not opened yet, but as the sunlight pours down, the photons penetrate into the bud, and after one or two hours of being penetrated by the light, the flower opens itself. We have the energy of mindfulness generated by mindful walking, sitting or breathing. With that energy we embrace our fear gently as the light embracing the flower. When the two kinds of energy encounter each other, there will be a change, a transformation. The energy of
tenderness penetrates the fear, anger or despair. You hold it as dearly as you might hold a wounded child."

[luvinMymuZic]

“My heart was aching because it was stretching in size” what a beautiful way to describe the full body and full spirited transition into motherhood 🥺🥺🥺 Blessings and love 🥰

[cameronfuchs]

Could you also let Ben talk about his perspective, how he feels as a new dad and what his struggles were?

[Eva-gect]

I'm loving how your content has evolved with you through all your life stages. So relatable and helpful to your viewers, keep it up!

[sydneyk]

My oldest is now almost 5 and my youngest is 2 and I still deal with the anxiety you talk about. I think the state of the world right now amplifies it so I’ve cut out most social media and regular news watching. You’re very self-aware which is the first step in remedying and healing any mental health issues so I think you’ll do very well. Lennon couldn’t ask for a better Momma. 💕

[leslieann]

Can you please do a newborn things you did not use?!?! Everyone recommends so many things! It would be so helpful!

[oliviiaaach]

Love this Jenn. My son is almost 9 months old and I feel so confident in my motherhood instinct now. I didn't feel confident until about 4-5 months, honestly. Now it's so normal and natural. It's a ride, tiring and scary at times but so worth it ❤️

[karriecheng]

Seeing visual disturbance is a sign of stress. I had it too during a stressful period of my life. I thought I was going blind too and I went to the ER. But the doctors didn't take me seriously and just sent me home. It was years later through my acupuncturist that I learned it was due to stress and anxiety. Mental health is so important and I love how you are so raw and open. I started going back to therapy because of you.

[soffeegirl]

Hi Jenn! This might be an odd compliment but I had a complicated upbringing and seeing your videos makes my heart so warm. This is the kind of love and warmth that I wish I had and watching yours and Ben's videos make me so so happy .Your baby is going to be raised with so much unconditional love and it makes my heart ache knowing what I missed but it also makes my heart swell knowing that there are parents out there who offer love and this baby is going to be receiving so much love and care. What I'm trying to say is, you give me hope and thank you for sharing this part of your life and journey with all of us. Your baby is surely going to be blessed.

[freyaday]

I really really appreciate the videos you're making about pregnancy and recovering afterwards. I really want to have kids in the near future and hearing such a candid and honest account of your experiences has been so moving. So happy for you and your sweet lil family Jenn <3

[usagimoon.x.o]

You being a mom is just another addition to your amazing personality! Love yaa 💓

[jdoe]

I love how Jen said "if you have a partner". I'm crying!!! I'm currently considering being an SMBC so it was so nice to hear someone acknowledge some mothers don't have a co-parent.