Dear Readers,
Welcome to the first official issue of Young Urban Modern Mommies. I am so glad to have the opportunity and an outlet to put my ideas out there for other mommies to read. I am by no means the perfect parent. Everyday I strive to just be the best mommy that I can be for my lovely daughter.
When I first found out that I was going to be a mommy, I went through so many emotions. Looking at the pink plus sign on that pregnancy test, I was in disbelief. In my mind I was thinking that this test has to be wrong. So, I sent my fiance out to find the most expensive test he could get.
Thirty minutes and almost $20 later, I was looking at yet another pink plus sign. I was pregnant. I felt a little afraid, but not because I was pregnant. I was afraid that maybe I would turn out to be a terrible mother or that something would happen to my baby and it would be entirely my fault.
Now, I reflect and feel foolish for having those thoughts. Moo, as she has been fondly nicknamed, is healthy, happy and well taken care of, but most of all she is loved. Waking up and seeing her face everyday gives me strength and courage to step outside of my comfort zone. For years, I've wanted to try something like this but didn't have the guts to put myself out there.
Too afraid of being rejected and thinking that nobody wanted to hear what I had to say. Well, that's not the case. There are hundreds if not thousands of other young mommies out there looking for someone to relate to and share their fears with. And I want YUMM to be that place they can turn to. Like I said I may not be perfect, but I am honest.
So, mommies go forth and feel empowered.
K. Elizabeth
Creator & Founder