Updated: Aug. 22, 2015
Originally Published: Aug. 17, 2011
Parenting is undoubtedly a whirlwind of surprises, but nothing could have prepared me for the revelation I had a few weeks back during a delightful playdate with some amazing moms and their equally adorable little ones.
The chatter flowed freely:
- “Can you believe it? Little Max just got his second tooth!”
- “Oh my goodness, look at those big eyes on sweet Lily!”
As I contributed to the conversation, my gaze wandered to my own little champ, whom I fondly call Nugget. He was navigating the playground with a dazzling smile, a complete set of teeth, and the most stunning blue eyes you could imagine. I was genuinely mesmerized. Here were these moms boasting about their sweet kids while my Nugget, the Adonis of infants, stood right in the middle of it all! And then it hit me like a ton of bricks: other parents might actually think their children are cuter than mine.
I took a moment to collect my thoughts. I pride myself on being a level-headed, rational person, so naturally, I assumed I’d be a sensible mom too, right? And, from a logical standpoint—my son is perfection incarnate. People stop me to squeeze his adorably chunky thighs and to marvel at his charmingly shy smile. You should see his eyes, his radiant grin, and the perfectly formed curl of flaxen hair at the nape of his neck. He’s clever, funny, and kind-hearted. Even his poop—yes, I said it—isn’t half bad and has its own quirky charm.
There was simply no contest; Max, Bella, and Lily couldn’t possibly compare to my Nugget. Poor, misguided mamas.
But then I paused. Had I just claimed that my child’s excrement was cute? That thought lingered for a moment. What if there was a sliver of truth in the idea that everyone might find Nugget’s mini-nuggets endearing? But let’s be real; while some things in life are subjective, the idea that poop is precious is likely a long shot. So, what was left? The undeniable truth: I must be the President of the Delusional Mama Club. Oh, the irony.
With my defenses down, I glanced around at the other babies again. Each one was indeed charming, precious, and downright perfect in their own right—just as mine is to me. What a delightful surprise that realization was.
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In summary, the journey of motherhood is full of surprises and moments of self-reflection. Each child is unique and perfect for their parents, just like my Nugget is for me. Embracing these little revelations can make the experience all the more enriching.
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