So, how do you handle the hard days mama? You know the ones that really rock you. The ones where the baby wakes up early? Or when they don’t nap the entire time you expected.Or the days they just want to be in your arms…all.day.long. How do you change your perspective? How do you stay present and in the moment? These days test us. They challenge us. They shake our patience.I know you ask yourself, “will it be like this forever” or “what else can I do?” I’ve been there. I’m still there. Everyday I work on strengthening my motherhood mindset. So here are some things that have worked for me and I really think they will work for you too: f you have a partner- communicate your needs/frustration/exhaustion! BREATHE- literally inhale, exhaleWatch a funny video on YouTube/Tiktok whatever to get you giggling. Reach out to a fellow mother- one that you trust and that will support you. Research/read books about your challenge- lately I’ve been googling “why is my kid so fussy all of a sudden and screaming all the time” once I saw some data about this age group struggling with separation anxiety I was educated rather than frustrated with Jake. Find time for YOU. I do stress the importance of a morning routine but sometimes that’s just impossible- so when baby goes down for a nap make it a priority to take care of YOU- not laundry. Create a mantra for yourself…”This is not forever, this is just right now” or “This is not a reflection of my parenting, I am a good mom”