My Heart Belongs to Carter

In 2023 I became a mum to my beautiful baby boy, Carter, he has been the most profound and life-changing experience I’ve ever known. Like so many of us, I’d heard the stories, seen the films, and listened to friends share their journeys into motherhood, but nothing, absolutely nothing, could have prepare me for the moment he came into my world. The love I felt holding him for the first time was overwhelming. It was a kind of love so powerful, it’s hard to put into words. And yet, with that love came an avalanche of questions and worries that I know every new mum faces.

Would I be enough? Could I give him everything he needed? Could I chase my dreams while building a future for him? These thoughts circled in my mind, and I realised they’re the weight so many mothers carry in those first few weeks. But what I didn’t expect was how much he would teach me. His tiny fingers wrapped around mine, his little giggles lighting up even the hardest days, and the wonder in his eyes as he discovered the world around him, all of it reminding me what truly matters. That bond we’ve created is unshakable, and it’s a constant source of strength and clarity for me. Carter has become my greatest inspiration. He’s the reason I push forward, even when things feel tough. He’s the reason I wake up every morning with more determination than I’ve ever had. I want him to grow up knowing that his mum believed in herself, even when the path wasn’t clear. I want him to see that love, perseverance, and grit can overcome anything.

Motherhood isn’t easy. There are challenges, sleepless nights, and moments of self doubt that we all feel. But it’s also the most rewarding, life-affirming journey. Carter has given my life a new sense of purpose, one that inspires me to dream bigger and work harder, not just for me, but for him. To every mum out there, this is our journey, and we’re stronger than we know.