5 Things To Know When Becoming A Second Time Mother

I recently started my journey as a second-time mother, and things are very different from the first time. At first, I was worried that it would be a struggle, but thankfully, it wasn't as bad as I thought. It was easier to go from one child to two, than from none to one. Here's how it's been like for me!

# More outings for baby

When we had Emma, we stayed home a lot so as to keep to her routine. Now, we head out of the house so much more with Avalyn, as older sister Emmalyn loves outings, exploration and outdoor play.

It's sometimes easier to spend the day outside, which keeps Emma entertained, than staying home. Apart from the trouble of pumping, I find more myself being more confident in handling a baby on-the-go.

# More patience with baby milestones

In another word, less "gan cheong" (anxious)! Or perhaps there is no time to worry!

After four years of parenthood, I fully understand that babies do grow up really fast! So, instead of rushing Avalyn to hit milestones, we are enjoying her as she is, at the present moment.

I still get very excited to see how she grows and hits her milestones, but now I have the patience and peace knowing what will come next.

# More outings for baby

When we had Emma, we stayed home a lot so as to keep to her routine. Now, we head out of the house so much more with Avalyn, as older sister Emmalyn loves outings, exploration and outdoor play.

It's sometimes easier to spend the day outside, which keeps Emma entertained, than staying home. Apart from the trouble of pumping, I find more myself being more confident in handling a baby on-the-go.

# More patience with baby milestones

In another word, less "gan cheong" (anxious)! Or perhaps there is no time to worry!

After four years of parenthood, I fully understand that babies do grow up really fast! So, instead of rushing Avalyn to hit milestones, we are enjoying her as she is, at the present moment.

I still get very excited to see how she grows and hits her milestones, but now I have the patience and peace knowing what will come next.

# Trying not to compare the children

It's hard not to look back and think about how Emma was when she was a baby. Subconsciously, we will compare both children and find similarities and differences.

This kind of comparison is not a bad thing, but I try hard not to anyway, especially since Avalyn was born slightly prematurely and