For many mothers asking for help stirs an uncomfortable feeling. However, if a friend was in need, we wouldn’t hesitate to lend a hand.  

Before becoming a mother, I would happily help others out. I did it in my personal life and work life. Whereas asking for help wasn’t something I did. I have always been independent and felt like I should do things on my own. I can remember teachers saying on parent-teacher night I should ask for more help. At the time this confused me. Doing things on my own was praised by adults. I remember being called “Miss Independent” a lot so it kind of became a badge of honor.