Daughter Poem

I struggled with post-natal depression for 2 1/2 years after my 1st and only child was born. The bond between us was weakened through this terrible illness. After being given the all clear, I went on to wrestle with feelings of guilt for not being as good a mother as I could have been. I wrote this poem when I was feeling my very best after going through all of this. I hope you enjoy it as it came straight from my heart. I wouldn't be without my baby for the world. I now know I have nothing to be feeling guilty for.

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Looking At My Child

Published by Family Friend Poems September 2008 with permission of the Author.

I look at my child as she looks at me,
And into her eyes I look and I see
The innocence that fills her unspoiled soul.
These moments I wish I could treasure and hold.

But my baby is growing, and influences are strong.
I hope she remembers the right from the wrong.
I've tried hard to instill these virtues inside,
But regardless, she still fills me with happiness and pride.

The job of a Mother can be very hard.
With tears full and plenty, your heart can feel scared.
When you look at your baby filled with happiness and glee,
No better reward for a Mother can be.

As hard as it is or as it can be,
I'd never trade this experience for anything, you see.
The innocence she holds she has passed on to me,
And a much better person she's helped me to be.

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