Parenthood and Evolving

As most of us parents know (even new parents) our children are constantly growing and evolving. Just when we get the hang of having a newborn they’re suddenly wanting more or less frequent feedings. Just when we get have a nap time schedule for our toddlers, they’re outgrowing the naps and have even more energy. And in my case, just when I had a grip on my sons young childhood years, puberty has hit and sports have begun. This comes with bigger grocery orders, more of a struggle to get up early for school, and let me not forget the HORMONES.

Parenthood has taught me that not only are they evolving into their own person with their own thoughts, personality, and perspectives, I’m evolving too. We learn the art of patience like never before. We grow into grace as we hit the road bumps we encounter throughout all of their developmental stages. We learn the necessity of budgeting because, whoops, another pair of glasses needs to be replaced. We learn the unconditional love our children need to feel supported through the rollercoaster of life.

Parenthood will push the boundaries of who we are and how we show up. As long as we are doing our best to pivot, extend grace to not only our children but also to ourselves, we are doing great. Although it seems pretty obvious that were constantly growing, evolving side by side with our children was a plot twist I didn’t see coming. Keep going and keep being gentle with yourself.

The kids will be just fine.