If you are a mother for the first time or considering being a mother, you can expect to encounter many changes in your life. Being a mother can be and is very tough and different from what you have already experienced. This will affect all aspects of your life including your relationships, especially your relationship with your partner because a new person is going to share in your life together. Many women will also sacrifice their careers, social life and sense of freedom in response to being a mother. Taking care of a baby the whole day through can be very debilitating for some and you may at times feel that you are losing control of everything.
Now, should you start feeling this way, here are some strategies to cope. First, talk to your partner and explain how you are feeling. Try and motivate your partner to share in the responsibilities of caring for your child both physically and emotionally. Remember, parenthood in a proper family is a two way street and both you and your partner can be of great help and support to each other for the sake of your child.
Consult with other mothers as they may have developed strategies for coping and sharing and this will also give you a sense of support as well as a feeling of not being alone.
Try not to overwork yourself and, if you can, delegate tasks for your partner to assist you with. Don't do everything yourself.