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It was a crisp but sunny morning when we decided to do Diana and J's shoot. Diana has two children, but at the end she decided to do a mother-daughter shoot which I think was really cute. <3
When I spoke to Diana before our shoot I told her, let's go to a location both of you like hanging out at and will feel comfortable. We ended up meeting at a pretty park in Voorschoten, where they also enjoy going as a family.
I wanted them to just do what they usually do when they're at the park which you will see down below if you keep scrolling. :)
I have done a small interview about motherhood, and life with children with everyone who has participated in the 10 days of (im)perfection.
You can read Diana's answers below.
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What is the most rewarding part about motherhood?
Taking active part of the growth process of your children and seeing them become a unique human being.
How was it when you saw your children for the first time?
There are no words to explain. It’s the most marvellous surprise you can ever experience: A miracle!...
You’re meeting for the first time a perfect human being who has grown inside your belly for 9 months. Indescribable!
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What do you find most challenging about being a mother?
Having time for myself. Especially with family support being so far away. You’ll never stop being a mom, even if you’re away from home not doing “mom related activities”, and that it’s in itself a great gift but it can also be tiring.
What is your favourite thing to do with your children?
With my girl (5years old) I love doing crafts, dancing and singing together. With my boy (20 months) I love going to music class, teach him new songs and movements and hear him laugh really hard.
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How many kids do you have, and what are their personalities like?
I have two kids. A girl and a boy. They ‘re both very sweet. The girl loves being with people/kids. She is very active, curious, loves joking, likes “looking pretty”.
The boy is also very curious but prefers being with less people/kids. He likes focusing in one activity and loves to play “balance games” like “flying” or being “thrown” to someone’s arms.
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What are some strengths and weaknesses you have as a mother?
I like listening to my kids, paying attention to them and if possible attend their needs. I’m a dedicated mother and I would’t want it any other way.
I like being present and not missing “anything” about my kids but that’s not always doable.
I wish I could always be there for them and meet all their needs but that isn’t and can’ t always be the case.
Realising that is difficult. So I guess in a way my strength can also be my weakness.
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In the coming days I will be releasing the rest of shoots I have done with this project.
I love when I get to hear from each individual mom what they like and what they find challenging during motherhood.
I think being a mom is one of the hardest things I have ever done, but also the most rewarding one.
Thanks again Diana, for letting me share a bit of your story, and take your photos!
x Simona
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