As a new parent, I was skeptical of the stereotypes surrounding pregnancy and postpartum emotions. I believed that the portrayal of women as emotional messes was simply a way to undermine the genuine complexities of a mother’s feelings. However, after the arrival of my second child, I found myself grappling with the undeniable truth: I had become a typical “postpartum crier.”
The sleepless nights spent caring for a newborn—coupled with the demands of an active preschooler—made everything feel overwhelming. While there are certainly significant reasons for my tears, I’ve also found myself tearing up over the most trivial matters. Below, I’ve compiled a list of the lighter, hormone-driven reasons behind my weeping since welcoming my little one.
- When my partner suggested I dispose of the hot dogs I left unrefrigerated all day.
- Trying to summarize the epilogue of Knuffle Bunny Free (which is both poignant and touching).
- Reading an article about a lost cat. In fact, any article related to parenting, children, or pets tends to get to me.
- Watching a Google commercial showcasing a child overcoming the fear of public speaking.
- Realizing the $5 bill I had stashed for an iced coffee had vanished.
- Observing my baby laugh during a diaper change. The cuteness was too much to handle.
- Hearing my preschooler declare I was not allowed to join him in play.
- Missing the NY1 segment “In The Papers” (which I once ridiculed but now miss dearly).
- Waking up.
- When a deli worker ruined my sandwich with an excessive amount of mustard.
- Watching a video of a baby crying at her mother’s off-key singing.
- Crying for no apparent reason.
- Gazing at my son’s artwork.
- Reflecting on the emotions stirred by the song “Landslide.” (It’s truly beautiful!)
- Picking my son up from school.
- When my son received an unfortunate haircut.
- Not liking the color of my hair, which is the same shade I’ve dyed it for over a decade.
- My DVR failing to record Project Runway: All Stars (even though it’s available online).
- Discovering that the cat had an unfortunate incident under the bed.
- Watching the tribute to Mrs. Krabappel on The Simpsons after the actress passed away.
- Hearing about Amy Robach’s breast cancer diagnosis and Robin Roberts’ coming out.
- Contemplating my son’s attachment to his favorite stuffed animal.
- Accidentally adding salt to my iced tea instead of sugar.
- Deleting an episode of Jack’s Big Music Show that I can no longer find anywhere. (It was the best episode!)
- Realizing I hadn’t washed my cozy slipper socks, forcing me to wear regular ones.
- Reflecting on how fortunate I am.
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In summary, the emotional journey of parenting is filled with both profound and trivial moments that can bring unexpected tears. Whether it’s the joy of a child’s laughter or the sorrow of a lost episode, these experiences are all part of the intricate tapestry of motherhood.
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