The Most Adorable Baby in the World

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The Most Adorable Baby in the World

By Lila James

Updated: Aug. 22, 2015

Originally Published: Aug. 17, 2011

Parenthood is a delightful journey filled with unexpected moments. Recently, I experienced a major revelation during a “playdate” with some lovely moms and their equally charming little ones.

The conversation flowed like this:

• “Can you believe it? Little Leo just got his second tooth!”
• “Oh wow, Bella crawled all the way to the bathroom!”
• “Isn’t Mia just the cutest? Look at those enormous eyes!”

There I sat, participating in the exchange but secretly marveling at my own little Peanut, who was confidently navigating the playground with a full set of teeth and the most mesmerizing blue eyes you could ever imagine. I was truly in awe. Here were these moms proudly showcasing their children while my Peanut, a miniature Adonis, stood among them! Then it struck me—what if these parents genuinely believed their kids were cuter than mine?

I was taken aback. I pride myself on being a rational, level-headed individual, so I assumed that would extend to my parenting. Objectively speaking, my child is simply perfection incarnate. People frequently stop me to admire his adorable chunky thighs and to engage with his charming, flirtatious gaze. His smile is infectious, his eyes are captivating, and the little tuft of golden hair forming a perfect curl at the back of his neck is just the icing on the cake. He’s clever, funny, and kind. Even his diaper changes are bearable—dare I say, even cute in their own way?

There was no way Leo, Bella, or Mia could compete with my Peanut. Poor, misguided moms. But hold on. I just referred to my child’s poop as cute. I let that thought simmer for a moment.

For a brief second, I contemplated whether everyone else might see the charm in my Peanut’s mini “nuggets.” Yet, while life is full of uncertainties, one truth remains: poop is not precious, and that’s a safe bet to make. This realization left me with only one conclusion: I must be the President/Founder/CEO of the Delusional Mama Club. Well, that’s a bit of a bummer.

With my defenses lowered, I looked around at the delightful babies surrounding me once more. Each one was indeed dashing, precious, and angelic. They were perfect, just as my Peanut is perfect for me.

What a lovely surprise!

This article was originally published on Aug. 17, 2011.

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Summary

The journey of parenthood is filled with surprises, and it’s easy to believe your child is the most adorable. This light-hearted reflection explores the joys and delusions of parenting, reminding us that every child is perfect in their own way.