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In a parenting book I once read at a time in the way distant past when I had babies to wake up and feed, it talked about treating those late night feedings as a sort of date. The author suggested popping some popcorn and putting on a favorite movie and cuddling up to your baby instead of staring at the clock and bemoaning your lost sleep.
The point the author made, that was NOT lost on me, is that babyhood is such a short period of time in the life of your child, and that before you know it your baby will want your car keys and not care anymore for spending the middle of the night cuddled up with you.
Now you’ve brought that concept full circle. Instead of lamenting and feeling sorry for myself, I could try treating myself to some kindness and gentleness when I wake up in the middle of the night.
What a lovely thought. I’m going to try this the next time I’m up in the wee hours.
Such a comfy post!
Oh my… slightly teary, but cleansing breath to push me through the rest of the day! Thank you Carol for the beautiful moment!
ahhhh i remember those days with my kids!
oh, i remember those days!