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What Moms of Boys Really Want to Hear
Hey friends, family, and anyone else who crosses our path—like the grocery store clerk or the tech guy fixing our computer!
If you haven’t noticed yet, I’m the proud mom of two lively boys. Yep, it’s just me and my energetic little pup holding down the fort in a sea of testosterone. Honestly, this family dynamic is not what I envisioned (I had dreams of hair bows and twirling skirts), but I wouldn’t trade it for anything. I absolutely adore my boys.
What I don’t adore, however, are some of the comments I hear about my sons. I get that many of them come from a good place—like when you ask if we’re hoping for a girl (nope, we’re quite content with our boys) or when you assume that having boys means we’re free from drama. Trust me, there’s plenty of eye-rolling, door slamming, and dramatic meltdowns happening around here!
I know that some comments are just casual chit-chat—like when you inquire about their sports interests. And yes, I can appreciate that a comment like “Wow, you sure have your hands full!” is meant as a compliment (and believe me, I really do have my hands full—just the way I like it).
Instead of dwelling on the things that might rub us the wrong way, let’s focus on what would really resonate with us moms of boys. There’s one thing we crave to hear, and it’s likely something every parent longs to hear: We want to know that we’re doing okay. There are days when we feel overwhelmed by the chaos, the noise, and all the boyish antics, but we just want to raise strong, kind, and caring men.
The Magic Phrase
So, what’s the magic phrase you can share with a mom of boys? It’s simple: Smile, ask how she’s doing, and then say, “You’re doing a great job. Those boys are lucky to have you.”
Trust me, this will brighten her day! We’ll probably smile back and say “thank you,” maybe even blush or brush off the compliment. Or, we might just give you a big hug. You’ve just made our day a whole lot better.
If you’re interested in further insights into parenting or home insemination, check out this post on home insemination kits or dive deeper into topics like pregnancy and home insemination on WomensHealth.gov. And for some expert resources on self insemination, Make a Mom is a great place to start.
In summary, remember that a little kindness goes a long way, especially for moms navigating the wild world of raising boys!