Some women know they want to become a mom from the first time they see a baby. But for others, the decision takes a little more time and thought. After all, being a mom is a difficult job and one that many women think they won't succeed at. If you're worried that you won't be a good mom, take a moment to look over these traits required of mothers. If any of them apply to you, then chances are you are meant for this role.
You Like to Make People Happy
Source: Flickr user swambo [1]
You're Very Affectionate
Source: Flickr user molly_darling [2]
You Love Babies
Source: Flickr user jm_photos [3]
And Little Kids
Source: Flickr user yourdon [4]
And Even Teens
Source: Flickr user yourdon [5]
You Carry All the Essentials in Your Purse
And then some . . .
Source: Flickr user jen [6]
You Can Keep (Somewhat) Calm in a Crisis
Source: Flickr user rachelrusinski [7]
You Have a Little Bit of Creativity
Source: Flickr user tjstaab [8]
You're Pretty Good at Reading Emotions
Source: Flickr user erkinagsaran [9]
You Let Your Inner Child Loose
Source: Flickr user darkb4dawn [10]
You Always Have Snacks on Hand
Source: Flickr user meesh [11]
You Know How to Comfort People
Source: Flickr user gwir [12]
You Try Your Best to Be Perfect
Source: Flickr user usdagov [13]
But Know That Life Gets Messy
Source: Flickr user martin_kelley [14]
You've Mastered the Seat-Belt Arm
And other driving techniques.
Source: Flickr user abardwell [15]
You're OK Doling Out a Little Discipline
Source: Flickr user inneedofhelp08 [16]
You Know It Won't Be Easy
Source: Flickr user mtsofan [17]
You Don't Mind Dealing With a Little Blood, Puke, or Poop
Source: Flickr user theothernate [18]
You Love Giving Hugs and Kisses
And receiving them too!
Source: Flickr user scottsm [19]
You're a Little Scared to Become One
Source: Flickr user bradleypjohnson [20]
You Want to Be One
Source: Flickr user smopuimac [21]