Pregnancy Over 40, Over-40 Mothers, Competitive Parents
I love articles like this one. It's funny and so true. So many parents out there use their kids as an extension of their self worth. It can be subtle, but some parents try to "one up" you with how much seemingly better their kids are and their lives are. The fact is, we all have our strengths and everyone excels in different areas. Although we all have earned our bragging rights, there are some parents |
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If you're pregnant, the same may hold true. One expectant parent may talk about how their baby is kicking more or about how they go for a run every day. When I was pregnant I was so nauseated I could barely get out of my recliner. And, of course, there are those who love to brag about how tough they are going through natural childbirth. I think there's a medal out there somewhere that some women must be competing for! No, I did not have a natural childbirth. I was more than happy to get an epidural!! Read more:
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I surveyed the parents in my circle, who admitted that they, too, compare themselves with other parents and compare their kids with other kids. I think we all do it. And it's not (only) to make sure we're Number One. We do it because we're looking for reassurance that we're not alone in our struggles. You see, it's comforting to know that while, say, our kid won't eat more than five foods, another child in her class refuses to ingest anything but potato chips and the occasional grape. That all kids are nuts. And they're all going to be okay.
from:
redbookmag.com
