I love Christmas because it is all about a mother and a baby. Mary knew that she was carrying the infant Messiah, but I wonder if she realized how rustic his birthplace would be? I wonder how she felt nursing him as she lay on a bed of straw in a stable far from the comfort of her own home without her mother and sisters to give her help and support? Imagine her surprise as a bunch of smelly shepherds trooped in telling her that angels had sent them! The Bible tells us that Mary treasured these things in her heart. Like her, we need to treasure each moment with our babies. As Amy George so eloquently points out in her article, this season of life passes far too swiftly, so enjoy every day of it!
Childbirth has changed a lot since Mary had Jesus. Many of those changes save lives for mothers and babies alike. However, mothers do have less control over the process than they once did. That’s why the Alabama Birth Coalition is bringing The Business of Being Born to Huntsville on January 31. Every mother deserves to feel comfortable with her birthing situation. We are fortunate to have several wonderful facilities in the Tennessee Valley; nevertheless, some mothers want something different as you will read in Judy Cleve’s “Birth of a Mother.”
who are looking for support will learn about a great program called MOPS in an article by Beth Trees. Of course the calendar that you find in every issue is another great way to find support. Keep the calendar handy to find just the right group for you.
Don’t miss the centerspread article about an amazing little girl from Athens. Her story is sure to strike a chord with readers everywhere. Thanks so much for picking up Valley Babies. Let our advertisers know you saw them here! Finally, be sure to mark your calendar now for May3, 2008. Valley Babies is bringing all of you a wonderful present: Celebrate Mama! Go to www.celebratemama.comto learn more.
Merry Christmas andHappy New Year!
Glenni Lorick
Editor
