Hang In There, Mama! It Will Get Better

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Hey there, mama! If you’re nursing your little one and your nipples feel like they’ve been through a blender, and no one bothered to give you a heads-up about that, I want you to know it will improve. Trust me on this one.

If your baby is waking up every couple of hours and you’re questioning whether it’s possible to function on zero sleep, I promise you, things will get better.

If your 2-year-old seems to have a PhD in saying NO to everything you ask, don’t worry. It might take a few years, maybe until she’s five or six, but I swear it will get better.

If your child is signed up for basketball but can’t muster the courage to join in, have faith. It will get better, I promise.

If the start of preschool is looming and your child can pee in the potty but insists on hiding away to poop in a Pull-Up, don’t panic. One day, out of the blue, he will surprise you and use the potty. I promise.

If you’ve had to replace multiple toilets due to your kid’s adventurous flushing escapades—like a Duplo block or a toy action figure—you’re not alone. It will get better. I promise.

If your child experiences motion sickness and your car is stocked with extra clothes and towels, hang in there. They’ll grow out of it, or at least learn to give you a heads-up when it’s about to happen. I promise.

If your 7, 8, or 9-year-old suddenly starts wetting the bed again, remember, it’s just a phase. It will pass. I promise.

If you can’t even think about jumping on a trampoline without the fear of a little accident, well, unless you opt for surgery, that might not improve. But you are definitely not alone. I promise.

If every time you drop your child off at the gym’s babysitting room, they burst into tears, it will get better. Just keep bringing her, and I promise it will change.

If you’ve sworn off the beach because your kid dives headfirst into the ocean while gobbling up sand, it will get better. I promise you that one day you’ll be able to relax with a book while your kids play safely nearby.

If your child’s preferred pastime is splashing in the toilet or the dog’s water bowl, rest assured it will get better. They’ll find more age-appropriate toys soon, I promise.

If a trip to the pool means you’re on constant alert to catch your 18-month-old from diving in, it won’t last forever. I promise it will get better.

If your day at the playground is spent balancing between pushing your child on the swings and ensuring she doesn’t take a tumble down the slide, take heart. One day, you’ll be able to sit back and watch. I promise.

If your 3-year-old decided to give herself a DIY haircut right before family photos, it will get better. You might tear up in the moment, but eventually, you’ll find it funny. I promise.

If your son points out someone’s beard in the grocery store or asks why a man has breasts, just know that feeling of embarrassment will fade. One day, you’ll share that story and laugh, I promise.

In fact, as you look back on these wild moments, they’ll seem less daunting. Because before you know it, your kids will be teenagers, and you’ll find yourself longing for the days of diaper changes and Lego block mishaps. I promise.

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In summary, parenting can be a wild ride filled with challenges, but remember that these tough moments won’t last forever. Embrace the chaos, hang in there, and know that brighter days are ahead!