I spent time with baby P today and her mama. It brought back all kinds of memories and joy. I love babies and mamas and if I were to go back to work again, I’d come back as a mama’s helper. Women helping women. That’s my new mantra. I have a feeling this one will help guide me in the direction of what I should pursue next. But for now I’m still enjoying resettling with no expectations and limited demands on my schedule.

I think being a mom, especially a new mom is such a challenging job and takes all of your being. I think all moms should have an assistant, at least for the first year as they get acclimated and adapt to their new roles. Wouldn’t that be a good idea? I know I could have really used one when my little ones were little and I was transitioning into my new role as mama. It would be especially helpful in communities like Silicon Valley where most everyone is a transplant without family near by to help out. Don’t you think?

Being with baby P today made me smile. We sat on the floor and sang songs, learned some new sign language from her mama, watched her read and eat some books, and helped her balance and dance by holding onto my hands.

Life is good. Have you hugged a baby lately?