Thank you so much Amy for sharing the special space of mothers, daughters, nurses, midwives, health visitors and babies with me. It’s in our DNA and it’s a space I call home.
I have been reading ‘The New Arrival’ and I’m totally locked in… I’m pining for my early days of midwifery, the camaraderie, the smell of newborns, even the sight of a freshly stocked linen cupboard… oh it’s the little things that mean so much. Thanks again for reintroducing me to a world that holds such an important place in my heart ❤️
My midwife comrade and wonderful friend of over 20 years Catherine introduced me to Substack… the sisterhood never lets us down and guided us to where we need to be.
Thank you for sharing so beautifully Amy. I can relate so much to those hard and horrible firsts. It’s my mum’s birthday on Tuesday, and though it’s not the first without her, it’s still awfully sad and lonely. I don’t think that will ever go away.
I hope your lovely family is taking good care of you today and celebrating you the way you very much deserve! Sending lots of love ❤️
Thank you for reading. Yes, the firsts are overwhelming. Family is being sweet and low key which is nice. I'll be thinking of you and your mum and her "bloody pound cake" on Tuesday.
It’s been a year since I lost my Father and it’s always so difficult. Sending love. 🥰🫶🏻 Hope this Mother’s Day is made special. I live in West Yorkshire and my Mum is in Florida so I generally spend Mother’s Day with my Grammy (Mum’s mum who lives in Leeds).
My husband is planning stuff. He’s really stepped up since we lost my mum. That first year though. I had full meltdowns crying in the street on my birthday and the first Christmas without her. Yesterday, I just sniffed in M&S when I realised I don’t have to go and try and the bread she liked or the mousse anymore.
I can’t believe it’s already been a year since I read The New Arrival. It was perfectly timed for me as I was 8 months pregnant experiencing the NHS and world of midwifery for the first time. It has stayed with me since reading it, I think of it often. Beautifully written but even more so, it reminds me of the type of person I want to work to become. Warm, caring, passionate, and an agent for change. It’s amazing seeing you follow in your Mum’s footsteps. I’m so grateful for you sharing through your journey ❤️
Thank you so much Amy for sharing the special space of mothers, daughters, nurses, midwives, health visitors and babies with me. It’s in our DNA and it’s a space I call home.
I have been reading ‘The New Arrival’ and I’m totally locked in… I’m pining for my early days of midwifery, the camaraderie, the smell of newborns, even the sight of a freshly stocked linen cupboard… oh it’s the little things that mean so much. Thanks again for reintroducing me to a world that holds such an important place in my heart ❤️
I know. They were friends for live. It’s a beautiful chain woven in sisterhood.
Yes Catherine is here but she hasn’t posted yet.
Who wouldn’t love Substack? Well, I say that as I assume most people are like us but I forget that’s not always the case!
My midwife comrade and wonderful friend of over 20 years Catherine introduced me to Substack… the sisterhood never lets us down and guided us to where we need to be.
Oh is she on Substack too? I think my mum would have liked Substack.
Thank you for sharing so beautifully Amy. I can relate so much to those hard and horrible firsts. It’s my mum’s birthday on Tuesday, and though it’s not the first without her, it’s still awfully sad and lonely. I don’t think that will ever go away.
I hope your lovely family is taking good care of you today and celebrating you the way you very much deserve! Sending lots of love ❤️
Thank you for reading. Yes, the firsts are overwhelming. Family is being sweet and low key which is nice. I'll be thinking of you and your mum and her "bloody pound cake" on Tuesday.
Sending so much love Amy, today and always 💝💐
Thank you, sweetie. Fam are all being very lovely.
Glad to hear 🥰
It’s been a year since I lost my Father and it’s always so difficult. Sending love. 🥰🫶🏻 Hope this Mother’s Day is made special. I live in West Yorkshire and my Mum is in Florida so I generally spend Mother’s Day with my Grammy (Mum’s mum who lives in Leeds).
Thanks Elaine. It’s hard to be far away.
My husband is planning stuff. He’s really stepped up since we lost my mum. That first year though. I had full meltdowns crying in the street on my birthday and the first Christmas without her. Yesterday, I just sniffed in M&S when I realised I don’t have to go and try and the bread she liked or the mousse anymore.
Hugs. The firsts without are so difficult. 😞 I’m glad your husband spoils you now. 🫶🏻
I can’t believe it’s already been a year since I read The New Arrival. It was perfectly timed for me as I was 8 months pregnant experiencing the NHS and world of midwifery for the first time. It has stayed with me since reading it, I think of it often. Beautifully written but even more so, it reminds me of the type of person I want to work to become. Warm, caring, passionate, and an agent for change. It’s amazing seeing you follow in your Mum’s footsteps. I’m so grateful for you sharing through your journey ❤️
Oh that's the loveliest thing to say. Thank you. I’m so glad the stories have stayed with you.
It's frustrating how much pressure is put on these days. I wonder if it's worse with social media?
I don't think the comparison helps. It’s all the emails too. You can’t escape.