Are you someone who loves being a parent? We know that most people who have kids enjoy being a parent to their own, but are you someone who just loves everything that is involved with taking care of children? If you are, then that’s amazing and you are a super special kind of person to love all the moments that go with being a parent. In this article, we’re going to be looking at the joys and challenges of being a parent, and even the idea of extending your family.
All Those Special Moments
One of the best parts about being a parent is the fact that you get to share all of those special little moments with someone. You get to see their first steps, their first words, their first achievements and so much more. It’s a wonderful feeling to watch someone grow and learn all those new things for the first time. The sense of pride that you feel could rival the way that the sun shines sometimes, right?
As they get older, you get to watch them carve out their own path in life, becoming who they were always meant to be. There is nothing quite like watching those kids you love become the best versions of themselves!
Even When It’s Challenging
Being a parent is never easy, however there will be times when you want to bang your head against a brick wall. Have you heard of the terrible twos or even the threenagers? This is when it can become a bit tiresome, especially if you are repeating yourself over and over. As a good parent you will understand that this is just a phase and it is down to you to help your child overcome these difficulties in a loving, nurturing environment.
Consider Expanding Your Family
Finally, if you love being a parent so much then you may always want to expand your brood. If this has always been at the forefront of your mind then speak to your partner about it. This could be having children naturally or even through IVF, fostering or adoption. There is no right or wrong way to expand your family, love is love after all. There are some considerations you need to think of and discuss before you make any hasty decisions.
Do you have the money for another baby or child? Do you have enough room to accommodate them within your home? These are valid questions that everyone should ask themselves before having more children. If you don’t mind moving home a little further down the line then consider how many bedrooms you will need. Alternatively, you could convert an attic or basement. That way you won’t have to move and everyone can remain settled where they are.
Hopefully you found this article helpful and you now understand why you love being a parent so much. Having children really is a blessing and of course you will have good times and bad, it is how you manage this that matters.
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This is a contributed post.
