Motherhood

[SoyLeche]

The noblest calling in the world is motherhood. True motherhood is the most beautiful of all arts, the greatest of all professions. She who can paint a masterpiece, or who can write a book that will influence millions, deserves the admiration and plaudits of mankind; but she who rears successfully a family of healthy, beautiful sons and daughters, whose immortal souls will exert an influence throughout the ages long after paintings shall have faded, and books and statues shall have decayed or have been destroyed, deserves the highest honor that man can give, and the choicest blessings of God. - David O. McKay

I read this the other night, and thought it was an interesting thought. I was wondering what people, especially the women among us, thought about being mothers. Do you agree that this is the "noblest calling in the world"?

 

[Bishka]

I read this the other night, and thought it was an interesting thought. I was wondering what people, especially the women among us, thought about being mothers. Do you agree that this is the "noblest calling in the world"?

I do, I'm not yet a mother, but hopefully soon. I also think it can be the suckiest calling in the world at times. It is a noble calling because you take a human being, a small infant child and raise them, to know what is right and wrong, to be their role model, to teach them the things of the world and God.

It can be the suckiest because of what you have to go through, poopy diapers, throw-up, sass talk, children going astray.

In the end though, I think it is worth it. I see my mother-in-law, 4 out of 8 of her children don't go to church, one is living with his girlfriend(he's done drugs, etc.), and she still is faithful and loves her children and tries to do the best she can.

I truly think motherhood is a wonderful calling, but it is the hardest calling in the world.

 

[Dark_Waltz]

I absolutely agree what could be better than this, bringing forth life, the most beautiful thing of all!
You have something better than anything earthly good could buy and you will spend years nurturing this little life, guiding them in their path of life and watching them grow up into an adult making you proud and knowing you gave them your all,

Probably the most hardest job, one that doesn't get enough recognition as with Fatherhood.

*sigh* I hope I will be a good mum

 

[Dark_Waltz]

I do, I'm not yet a mother, but hopefully soon. I also think it can be the suckiest calling in the world at times. It is a noble calling because you take a human being, a small infant child and raise them, to know what is right and wrong, to be their role model, to teach them the things of the world and God.

It can be the suckiest because of what you have to go through, poopy diapers, throw-up, sass talk, children going astray.

In the end though, I think it is worth it. I see my mother-in-law, 4 out of 8 of her children don't go to church, one is living with his girlfriend(he's done drugs, etc.), and she still is faithful and loves her children and tries to do the best she can.

I truly think motherhood is a wonderful calling, but it is the hardest calling in the world.

LOL our posts are so alike :clap

 

[SoyLeche]

Here's a side question for the women who work. If it were an economically viable option for you, would you quit your job to be home with the children?

 

[Bishka]

Here's a side question for the women who work. If it were an economically viable option for you, would you quit your job to be home with the children?

Yes. I plan to stay home with the children actually. I will be running a preschool from the home, but I'd gladly quit if I needed to, children are going to be #1 in my life.

 

[Dark_Waltz]

I hope to do so, I am 21 years not planning on being pregnant until I am in my thirties but I would love to take time off to be a full time mother,
I work in childcare too so I know how to home school up until 5 but then I would certainly want social interaction (of course it would be given beforehand just not daily)
I think some women find the preassure so hard these days most women want to bring up their children, and why not its the most natural thing in the world.
Its just a shame most of us dont get the option,

 

[Aqualung]

Here's a side question for the women who work. If it were an economically viable option for you, would you quit your job to be home with the children?

That depends on my husband. All things being equal, I would rather him stayed home, but I don't know if I could find a guy who would willingly do that. I don't even know if I consider it to be that important that there be a stay at home parent. I was raised with two working parents for my younger year, and I turned out fine.

 

[Draka]

Having had 2 children and pregnant now with another, the reality of it all is something I know. Mothering is something that has been around forever. As to whether it is the "noblest" calling I don't know...it certainly is the natural one. Any woman can have children, but as to how good a mother they are...that's debatable.

I'd like to homeschool this one if I have the opportunity. I would still want a career though. Being a mother alone does not fulfill me. I would at least want to work from home. Don't get me wrong, being a mother is great and I love my children to no end. But it is not the only thing a woman can do. We are multi-talented individuals who are not bound to the life of changing diapers and kissing sraped knees. There is so much we can do along with being a mother. The "noblest" thing is not only to raise your children the best possible way you can, but to also be true to yourself and know that you are important to take care of and make happy as well.

 

[Jaymes]

Being someone that takes young people and mentors them so that they grow to be both caring and wise is noble. Whether that involves adoption, being an aunt/uncle, giving birth,being a teacher or any of the other myriad ways there are to make an impact on the youth, it doesn't matter.

Personally, I have a really strong distaste for pregnancy. Not other people being pregnant, just the idea of me being pregnant. It's not something I'd ever want to subject myself to.

 

[Pussyfoot Mouse]

Here's a side question for the women who work. If it were an economically viable option for you, would you quit your job to be home with the children?

I was an at home mom for fourteen years and loved being home with my babies. But now that they're all in school all day it can get quite lonely. So out to the working world I went.
However, I do miss those afternoon naps and the quiet time to read a book that isn't written by "Dr. Suess". :biglaugh:

 

[Aqualung]

Personally, I have a really strong distaste for pregnancy. Not other people being pregnant, just the idea of me being pregnant. It's not something I'd ever want to subject myself to.

lol. Me either. Plus, there's already so many kids in the world, many without families. I think it's kind of selfish to have your own when you could do so much by addopting a kid.

 

[Bishka]

Being someone that takes young people and mentors them so that they grow to be both caring and wise is noble. Whether that involves adoption, being an aunt/uncle, giving birth,being a teacher or any of the other myriad ways there are to make an impact on the youth, it doesn't matter.

Personally, I have a really strong distaste for pregnancy. Not other people being pregnant, just the idea of me being pregnant. It's not something I'd ever want to subject myself to.

We are very different then Jensa, I can't wait to be pregnant. I want to be a mother so much, I just have this yearning to.

 

[Pussyfoot Mouse]

lol. Me either. Plus, there's already so many kids in the world, many without families. I think it's kind of selfish to have your own when you could do so much by addopting a kid.

Until you have actually experienced a life growing inside you, you just can't understand. I know my daughter feels the same way about having children Aqua, but I hope someday she can experience the kind of pregnancy I had with her..........The heartburn, The morning sickness, The tiny little foot stuck up in your ribcage, The disgusting cravings, and best of all, The endless trips to the bathroom. Ahhhh yes, and it's all worth it when you first set your eyes on that sweet, innocent baby who also wrecked the perfect body you once had.

 

[Draka]

My pregnancies were wonderful. I never felt so healthy, energetic and alive. I never had nausea, bloating, back aches, anything. I craved salads and baked potatoes...healthy foods. I was so healthy and happy...more so than any other time in my life. Aside from the babies occasionally using my bladder as a pillow I never really had any discomfort at all. The feeling of that little baby moving around inside of you is just like nothing else you will ever experience.

 

[Jaymes]

We are very different then Jensa, I can't wait to be pregnant. I want to be a mother so much, I just have this yearning to.

That happened to me once... then I had cramps during my period and reminded myself birth would be about a hundred times more painful than that. :areyoucra

I agree with you on the adopting thing, AL. If I ever get to the point where I think I'm mature enough to raise a kid, I'd definately adopt him or her.

 

[Bishka]

That happened to me once... then I had cramps during my period and reminded myself birth would be about a hundred times more painful than that. :areyoucra

I agree with you on the adopting thing, AL. If I ever get to the point where I think I'm mature enough to raise a kid, I'd definately adopt him or her.

I still want to have a child. We've decided to adopt if we aren't able to have children. I wouldn't mind adopting, but I would like one of my own.

 

[almifkhar]

motherhood is the nobelest job on the planet. by far the most important and a job that should never be taken lightly.

i have had to be the single parent and i am now married and a stay at home mom thanks god. and i will give all women who are not moms yet a bit of advice.

before you get pregnant, adopt, what ever, be sure that you have a good man by your side. if you split up, you have to know that this man will do his job as a father for the rest of this childs life.

know this, raising children by your self is hard (no joke) having to be the bread winner and then come home and play maid and mommy and or student is the worst situation to be in so please try not to put yourself in this kind of spot.

always be aware that the childs needs come before your needs. this is where having to work becomes a problem, because it really is hard trying to juggle the two, not to mention finding a quality person to look after your child when you are at work.

be very selective with whom you invite into your home. if you and your mate have to split, it is not a good idea to invite lovers into your home. (having the child meet them), because above all, you want and need your kids to respect you. this respect factor is the biggest life lesson for children. (meaning everything you do)

 

[Jaymes]

I'm definately going to have a good person by my side. She's said she wants to adopt at some point in the future, and I can only hope we'll both be adequate parents where it counts.

 

[Katzpur]

It can be the suckiest because of what you have to go through, poopy diapers, throw-up, sass talk, children going astray.

Take my word for it, becky, the poopy diapers and throw-up are nothing. The sass talk hurts, but the children going astray is the absolute worst.