We are teaching our baby to count and he will not count past 4. He would go back to counting from 1. This week we sat down for dinner and he was a half stomach hungry from having a late lunch. Normally I don't like to have dinner so early right after his nap, but the food was ready. He wouldn't eat the meat or broccoli, he would only eat potatoes. We made him work for each one: one, two, three, four... Yes folks, our stubborn 21 month kept counting, five, six, seven, eight, nine, TEN! I know, I know, that your toddler probably did this by the time that he was 18 months old, but I am a proud mama!
You have to really want something for you to make the effort of learning a new skill, practice even when it causes you discomfort, all because you want the outcome. Journaling or keeping a record of your kids is like that. Often you have to go out of your way to write down the funny thing they said or pull out your phone to take a picture. But when you read the memory or look back on the picture, there's a magic in having the moment that warms your soul. You're putting in so much work to raise your kids, it's already a new endeavor. A year will go by, two years, and they will grow up and you will be left with the sweet memories of a love that has no comparison.
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Open up a journal, your notes app, or a new email account for your baby and write to them. It doesn't matter how, just write. Write about them. Write about you and your lives together. This will be a beautiful reminder of how much you cared.
- Their personality is shining through! What adorable thing did they do today? 🥹🌈
- Your touch is magic. Share a moment of connection for your Happy Days Book. 🤱💖
- What are you grateful for in your life today? Share a photo of a moment that made you smile and add it to your Happy Days Book!
- What has been the biggest reason for your family's success? Take a picture that represents this support and write about it!
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Take photos of your baby growing up!
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Newborn📸 Tiny Details Close-Up – Capture the delicate features: tiny fingers wrapped around your finger, little toes curled up, peaceful sleepy face, or a yawn. These moments fade fast!
6-Month-Old
📸 First Big Giggles – Snap a shot of your baby mid-laugh, whether it’s from peek-a-boo, tickles, or a funny face. Their expressions are pure joy at this stage!
1-Year-Old
📸 "First Steps, Big Discoveries" – Capture the wonder in your little one’s eyes as they take wobbly steps toward something new—a favorite toy, a loving parent, or a fascinating object. Focus on their tiny hands reaching out, the determination in their stance, or the joyful surprise when they realize they’re moving all on their own. These moments of curiosity and newfound freedom are priceless!
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2-Year-Old📸 Adventure in Motion – Toddlers love to explore! Take a picture of them running, climbing, or jumping—whether it’s a park, backyard, or just the living room. Their energy is contagious!
Your Child
📸 Deep in Play – Capture your child lost in their own world—building blocks, playing dress-up, reading a book, or drawing. These moments show who they are and what they love!
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Share this newsletter with other parents. Share it to your mom groups and parent circles!
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