Lacy had always assisted new mothers through childbirth with warmth and guidance, but as she discharged them, a sense of doubt crept in. She felt that the reassuring advice she offered was inadequate, masking the realities of parenthood. Instead of simple comforts, she believed it was important to convey the deeper truths about the challenges ahead.

As she reflected on her own experiences with motherhood, Lacy recognized that the relationship between a parent and child evolves over time, often leading to unfamiliarity. The child that parents anxiously await can reveal unexpected complexities, resulting in a bond that may be more complicated than initially perceived. In essence, she felt a responsibility to advise mothers about the often unspoken realities of their new journey.