Let’s start out by saying your emotions as a new mom will ebb and flow. This shit is hard! Between the constant feedings, sleepless nights and trying to figure out what’s wrong with a tiny human who has no idea what’s wrong with themselves, it can be exhausting! But if your sadness feels suffocating, like you just can’t shake it, you could be dealing with postpartum depression.

Here are 10 affirmations for you on this challenging, yet rewarding journey of motherhood.

This is not easy, and everyday brings something different. I hope that these affirmations remind you to have grace for yourself, be present, and understand that we’re all winging this shit. There is no rule book to parenthood. You’re doing your best, and that is enough.