To be honest, becoming a mother was and is the greatest thing that ever happened to me.  Walking into our home with our new baby girl was like pure magic.  But we all know that.  I'd like to talk about all the judging and advice that other people feel they can give you.  From the minute you find out you're pregnant, other moms ask you if you know the sex, or if you're going to find out.  Next they want to know about whether or not you are going to breast feed because breast milk is equal to liquid gold.  It's like you join this club and everyone who is a member can tell you whatever they want - even if you don't want to hear it.  I wish I would have known when to tell other people to shut up!