Being a new mother can be overwhelming. If you’re breastfeeding your newborn and experiencing painful nipples that no one warned you about, know that this discomfort will diminish over time. Trust me, it will get better.
If your little one isn’t sleeping through the night and you feel like exhaustion might consume you, rest assured it won’t last forever. It will improve, I promise.
When your toddler’s answer to every request is a resounding NO!, remember that this phase will pass—likely by the time she hits five or six. But it will get better, I promise.
If you’ve enrolled your child in basketball and he’s too anxious to join in, don’t fret. He will eventually find his confidence. It will get better, I promise.
As your child approaches preschool and still struggles with potty training—preferring to hide and use a Pull-Up—know that one day, when you least expect it, he will surprise you by using the toilet. I promise it will get better.
If you’ve had to replace toilets because your child decided to flush a toy down the drain and it’s lodged somewhere unreachable, understand that this too shall pass. I promise it will get better.
If your child suffers from motion sickness and you find yourself carrying a plethora of spare clothes, towels, and bags in your car, this phase is usually temporary. They will likely outgrow it, or at least learn to communicate when they need to stop. I promise it will get better.
If your child, at ages 7, 8, or 9, starts wetting the bed, take comfort in knowing it’s often a phase that will eventually come to an end. I promise it will get better.
If even the slightest movement causes you to lose bladder control while jumping on a trampoline, I must be honest: unless surgery is an option, this may not improve. However, know that you are not alone. I promise.
If your child cries uncontrollably the moment you leave them with a babysitter at the gym, continue to push through this stage. It will get better, as long as you persevere. I promise.
If you’ve decided to avoid the beach because your child is drawn to the ocean, eating sand like it’s candy and making it impossible for you to relax, rest assured that one day you will be able to sit back and read a book while they play safely. I promise it will get better.
If your child’s favorite pastime is splashing in the toilet or the dog’s water bowl, it’s just a phase. They will soon find less messy things to entertain themselves with. I promise.
If you dread pool outings because you’re constantly chasing your 18-month-old to prevent him from jumping in, don’t worry; this too will improve over time. I promise.
If visits to the playground mean constant vigilance as you help your child navigate swings and slides, know that eventually, you will be able to relax and observe from a bench. I promise.
If, just before a family photo shoot, your 3-year-old decides to give herself a DIY haircut, rest assured that while it may bring tears, it will eventually become a funny memory. I promise.
If your child asks strangers awkward questions in public, such as why someone has a beard or why another has breasts, just breathe. These moments will pass, and in the future, you’ll recount these stories with laughter. I promise.
Eventually, all these trials will seem trivial when your children reach their teenage years. You’ll look back on those challenging moments—like potty-training and toy-flushing—and long for them again. I promise.
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In summary, parenting is filled with intense challenges, but it’s essential to remember that these phases are temporary and will improve with time. Embrace the chaos and cherish the moments, because they will soon be just a memory.