Mother Quote by Amy Andrews and Jessica Mesman Griffith
““I do miss being pregnant. I find sometimes that I'm surprised by the difference between her body and my own -- that when I reach for her hand, I can't feel my touch with her fingers. This often happens when I walk with her in the sling, which must be as close as we can get to the womb. I'll touch her little leg or head and be surprised by the feeling of otherness. Her body is her own now.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Parenting podcast, 2023
A mother feels the deep emotional distance after birth, noticing how her child's body is separate from her own, highlighting the bittersweet transition from pregnancy to motherhood.
In simple terms: Motherhood feels both close and distant after birth.
Key Takeaway
Accept the new relationship with your child.
Themes
motherhood
identity
loss
connection
Mood
reflective
melancholy
Type
personal
emotional
When to use this quote
- holding a newborn
- walking with baby in sling
- reflecting on pregnancy
- adjusting to new body image
Key Concepts
postpartum transition
embodied awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- How does the shift from shared body to separate bodies affect you?
- What rituals help bridge the emotional gap?
A Different Perspective
The feeling of otherness can cause grief for the lost pregnant identity.
