Your answer

You’re no longer a newborn

But you still wake up at night

It doesn’t make you “good” or “bad”

There is no wrong or right

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You’re no longer a newborn

But you still prefer me near

Your chest rising on top of mine

Tiny warm breaths in my ear

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You’re no longer a newborn

But you still cry to communicate

So I’ll be here to answer you

Whenever you call, early or late

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You’re no longer a newborn

But you still search for me

No matter if you’re awake or asleep

I’m the light you want to see

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You’re no longer a newborn

But you’re still small as can be

And even when you outgrow my size

Your needs will always fit me

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You’re no longer a newborn

But you’re still so very young

So I’ll keep holding you close my baby

Others can bite their tongue

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You’re no longer a newborn

But I am still your mother

And no matter your stage, I’ll be here

Helping your heart recover