Things you love about being a parent?

[Eve]

For those who are parents.. so what else do you love about beign a parent? Keep it coming!

 

I have had the best and most challenging experiences of my life as a Mummy!! The best has to be seeing their faces when they learn something new or visit a new place. The worst is knowing they are somehow hurt... I was blown away from the first time I saw them after the whole birth thing.. and I have been in that state pretty much ever since. Being a young Mum was hard though at times but I am glad that I was able to invest my youth in this way! I just love how smart and funny they are and feel endlessly proud of them and their sound choice of friendships, their authentic sense of spiritual balance and psychological firmness.

 

 

Take care,

Eve xx

[sb129]

Nursing is an amazing part of beign a mother. You know for me, when I first started it was not so easy. My first had some trouble latching on and I was ready to give up because I was afriad he would not get enough nousrishment. But, I'm glad I did not.

 

Same here Mea. And its so damn convenient! We do a combination feeding plan where she (and we) get the best of both worlds. (Bottle and boob).

 

Things I love about being a mummy:

 

Each day gets better and better!

 

The way her face lights up and she wiggles and coos with delight when I walk in to get her out of her cot.

 

Her giggles and funny expressions.

 

Her gorgeous baby smell.

 

I am looking forward to every new day with her, its just great.

[sb129]

I also love how she has opened my mind as far as parenting goes.

 

Its so easy to go "Oh i will DEFINITELY do this" and won't do that before you become a parent, but I didn't factor in the fact that there would be another little person who also had definite ideas about things I had to take into consideration!

 

Its such a work in progress, parenting- and its made me a more relaxed person if anything. (strangely).

[donnamaybe]

What I like the most about being a parent, other than the day-to-day things that happen while interacting with my kids, are when someone says to me something like, "You must be very proud. He's a really good kid." like the lady who sat next to my son on his airplane ride back from Washington state last summer.

[Lizzie60]

Being a mommy is great... being a grand-maman is the best...

nothing compares..

[Meaplus3]

I have had the best and most challenging experiences of my life as a Mummy!!

 

I agree. Very challenging.. and IMO, that's what makes it all the more worth it.

 

 

 

 

Same here Mea. And its so damn convenient! We do a combination feeding plan where she (and we) get the best of both worlds. (Bottle and boob).

 

 

I did the same exact thing and it worked wonders. It's sort of the best of both worlds when it comes to feeding. As long as that milk gets pumped out.. and the B*** don't get all inflated and sore. Ouchie..

 

 

 

 

 

Her gorgeous baby smell.

 

I am looking forward to every new day with her, its just great.

 

 

Nothing beats that baby smell. I miss that. I alway loved the sent of baby lotion and holding baby after a bath. WEll, you enjoy every minute of watching her grow. They don't stay little for long, and eventually they talk back. Hehehehehe.

 

 

 

 

 

What I like the most about being a parent, other than the day-to-day things that happen while interacting with my kids, are when someone says to me something like, "You must be very proud. He's a really good kid." like the lady who sat next to my son on his airplane ride back from Washington state last summer.

 

Oh yes. Getting compliments about how your kid's behave is such a feel good. It's makes you realize your must be doing soemthing right:).

 

Being a mommy is great... being a grand-maman is the best...

nothing compares..

 

Grandma Lizzie....Mommy Lizzie.. has a nice ring to it.

 

Mea:)

Edited March 2, 2010 by Meaplus3
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[bentnotbroken]

I was read the riot act last night about not checking in when I am going to be late. I did get side tracked with a friend in need and I didn't call. But they were both waiting for me when I walked in the door.

 

They had the stern looks. Hands on the hip, neck roll and finger wagging. I was trying not to laugh and apologize at the same time. They reminded me how I "go off" when they don't' check in. I love them even, when they forget I AM THE PARENT!

[Meaplus3]

Another thing I love about parenting is watching then go through special events. My 7 year old is getting ready to make her first communion in just over a month. I only have 1 girl.. so one girl, one fancy dress. Well, the dress, vail and gloves came yesterday.. and she tried it on. She looked so beautiful like a little bride. Walking her up the isle on communion day.. is going to be so special.. and to see her take this very important step. Then there are my boy's and there sporting event's. Seeing my ten year old slugger excel at baseball.. feels great. Standing on the bleachers and screming out his name.. such a delight.. until he says "Mom.. you were a touch loud today".:lmao: Oh.. just more joy's of beign a parent. Love my kids sooo much.:love:

 

Mea:)

Edited March 24, 2010 by Meaplus3

[blind_otter]

I really like it when someone else tells me how wonderful they think my son is - engagine, sociable, handsome, whatever. I'm around him every day and all the time and I can forget, sometimes...

[GorillaTheater]

I love how the younger ones are so happy to see me when I come home and jostle for lap space. Now THAT makes me feel special. And I love the conversations and joking around with the older ones. I just love spending time and doing things with all of them.

[Star Gazer]

Her giggles and funny expressions.

 

I love Wonderbaby's new picture, the little "monster."

 

All of these posts in this thread are making my maternal clock tick louder... rut roh!

[Eve]

Just a quick note of thanks for this thread..

 

I am due to start family therapy tomorrow because my youngest is not doing too well at the mo. I cant even begin to say how hard these last four months have been.. :o

 

.. but I will NEVER give up on her and will love her until the end of time itself.

 

Tonight we talked for hours and in her 15 year old way we commuinicated about where she is and her hopes of being a Nurse one day. She is just SO sensitive and too too kind. Although my heart is bleeding right now, I love her and will stand by her (even tough obviously I do nag a bit) ..

 

I am proud of her because she is real..

 

 

Take care,

Eve xx

[Meaplus3]

I really like it when someone else tells me how wonderful they think my son is - engagine, sociable, handsome, whatever. I'm around him every day and all the time and I can forget, sometimes...

 

I agree. That has got to be the one of the very best feelings in the world. I've been hearing that about my oldest son since pre-school from every person he has come in contact with. He's such a special boy. Of course all my kids are special, but there is something about him that is quite unique. He has this Heart of gold.. and I mean true heart of gold.:love: And he wants to be a doctor. This I can see.

 

I love how the younger ones are so happy to see me when I come home and jostle for lap space. Now THAT makes me feel special. And I love the conversations and joking around with the older ones. I just love spending time and doing things with all of them.

 

There is nothing like it when they greet you with a big hug and smile. I look forward each day when my kids get off the bus. They are happy.. and so full of stuff to tell me about.

 

All of these posts in this thread are making my maternal clock tick louder... rut roh!

 

This you can do something about you know.

 

Just a quick note of thanks for this thread..

 

I am due to start family therapy tomorrow because my youngest is not doing too well at the mo. I cant even begin to say how hard these last four months have been.. :o

 

.. but I will NEVER give up on her and will love her until the end of time itself.

 

Tonight we talked for hours and in her 15 year old way we commuinicated about where she is and her hopes of being a Nurse one day. She is just SO sensitive and too too kind. Although my heart is bleeding right now, I love her and will stand by her (even tough obviously I do nag a bit) ..

 

I am proud of her because she is real..

 

 

Take care,

Eve xx

 

Aww.. Eve.. that is great thet you can communicate with your daughter. Keep that up. I'm not at the teenage stage yet, but will be one day.. just can't change the facts here.

 

Mea:)

[JustJoe]

Reading all of these replys, I'm getting very jealous. I want to be a Daddy, I'm ready to be a Daddy, and I'm looking to be a Daddy. If I can convince my former GF to give me another chance, maybe it will happen. THAT WOULD BE GREAT!!!:D:D

[Eve]

Thanks Mea.. we are going to make it, I know we will!

 

I wouldnt be a teen again for all the money in the world. I do think that it gets harder and harder for our young people.

 

Anyhow,the therapist gave me the thumbs up today and really encouraged me to keep going. Cant say how much I needed his wise words and overall calmness!

 

.. But I must help her to take responsibility for her actions and I do think that her hearing her own words away from the security of home has helped no end. It is my duty to allow her to grow up and she is coming to see that it is not healthy to try and keep me prisoner because I am Mum..

 

Still, she is just SO funny! I wish I could have joint sessions with some of the parents of her friends who allow too much freedom to their teens..

 

.. but we are going to make it.. and I am grateful that we can do this. I dont want her to look back and think I was not available. As hurtful as some of the things that she has said has been over the last few months.. I will take it on the chin and help her to focus on the truly important virtues such as trust and compromise.

 

I would walk through hell itself and not be bothered if I needed to in order to help her to be fully herself..

 

Of course to her this translates into watching 'Twilight, Full Moon' with pizza after a day shopping (with lunch at 'Frankie and Bennys')... and then my doing her hair for her whilst talking about her friendships and planning homework and treats..

 

 

Parenting is SERIOUSLY hard sometimes but I wouldnt change a thing.

 

Take care,

Eve xx

[Lizzie60]

I'm soooo proud of how good my daughter is being a young mother.. she's awesome.. I just can't get over that.. (She's the one in my avatar.. I will keep it for a few minutes).. she's my angel.. and the little ones are my treasures.. Gosh I love my kids..

[LynnM28]

I'm Mom to two girls, 9 and 13, that I home school...I love getting to see them discover new things everyday, and I have to say that I love the relationship path that I'm on with my 13 year old...she is just like I was at her age, and it makes me laugh because I understand exactly what she's thinking all the time...and fortunately it makes her laugh too that I can so easily get into her head...I consider myself strict but fair, and she seems to mostly agree, yet we laugh and enjoy each others company too...my youngest is the easy going one, very loving and kind, so very easy to parent lol...so far anyway!

[Meaplus3]

I'm Mom to two girls, 9 and 13, that I home school...I love getting to see them discover new things everyday, and I have to say that I love the relationship path that I'm on with my 13 year old...she is just like I was at her age, and it makes me laugh because I understand exactly what she's thinking all the time...and fortunately it makes her laugh too that I can so easily get into her head...I consider myself strict but fair, and she seems to mostly agree, yet we laugh and enjoy each others company too...my youngest is the easy going one, very loving and kind, so very easy to parent lol...so far anyway!

 

That is great that you home school. That is something I thought about at one point, but realized I did not have the patience for.

 

The everyday discoveries are the best. It's one thing for sure I enjoy about beign a mom.

 

Mea:)

[Tayla]

The Silent moments that get captured in a parents heart. Like the time I was invited to my sons debate club , and I sat and listened in awe at his presentation with his co-students. He inspired folks to listen. I simply took in that moment of silent pride. Its those looks your kids give you as a parent- The "Ohh my do I have to " Look , or the "your the best!" look or the " oh you are soo embarrassing me mom " Look. All moments that thru time have been embedded in my heart.

 

Or when my youngest son wrote his first valentine...I still have it 24 years later!

 

Both sons are grown. Each unique in soo many ways yet each carry a special place in my heart. ITs true that nothing is more powerful and sooo defended as the love a mother has for her child. You really do fall in love with your first child and stay in love with all those that come after that ...Its truly a most humbling experience.

(*** to the person who mentioned grandparenting, yeah it don't get much better then that!)

[Tommy's Girl]

I've been a SAHM for 8 years now, and I have loved being able to spend time with my girls. My youngest is 4 and next year will be her last year before kindergarten. I'm going to make the most of it. After that, I go to work as a teacher. These have truly been the best years of my life. I wouldn't have traded these years at home for any high paying job. We've had to sacrifice a lot financially but it's been so worth it. I can't believe how fast these little girls are growing. Cherish every moment with your kids. Each stage is magical. I miss my oldest one being a toddler but I love who she is now. She writes me notes and reads stories to me. One day I'll miss this when they are both teenagers, but I look forward to those years too. It's bittersweet leaving my SAHM years and going back to work.