As a proud mother of two little girls, I embrace my identity as a “girl mom.” Unless life throws us another curveball, this title is here to stay. I know quite a few “boy moms,” who proudly hold the title of the only female presence in their households and intend to keep it that way.
These “boy moms” often tell me how fortunate I am. They insist that my life with two sweet girls, filled with sugar, spice, and all things nice, must be easy. Yet, they also express sympathy for the inevitable drama queen moments that await me during the teenage years. Sometimes, their tone comes off as a bit condescending, which is something I genuinely dislike.
So, let’s set the record straight, shall we?
1. You’re Lucky to Have Girls:
“My boys are so rough and tumble; I’m exhausted keeping up with them!”
Girl Mom Reality: My younger daughter is a whirlwind—she runs, climbs, and explores everything in sight. She dashes off at every chance, tackles her sister, and can escape from any harness or gate. She falls, bumps, and scrapes herself all while I’m right there. Trust me, the absence of a Y chromosome doesn’t slow her down one bit. My older daughter? She’s been affectionately dubbed “aggressively affectionate.” In other words, she plays rough and has brought more than one little boy to tears with her enthusiastic hugs.
2. Boys Are Disgusting:
“You’re lucky to have little girls!”
Girl Mom Reality: Let’s be real—my child has finger-painted with her own poop more than once. Tea parties? She’s had them with water from her straw cup that she then spits into her tea set. And don’t even get me started on how often she finds her hand down her diaper. Boys may have their own messes, but girls can get pretty messy too.
3. Girl Clothes Are Adorable:
“Everything is so cute! When little girls dress themselves, they just look precious!”
Girl Mom Reality: My girls often end up in short-sleeve holiday dresses in the middle of winter. A nice cozy sweater vest would be a welcome change. Plus, let’s not forget that your boys aren’t paraded around in booty shorts and jeggings either. Every parenting journey has its quirks.
4. Toys and Messes:
“Trains everywhere! And I’m the one stuck assembling those Hot Wheel tracks!”
Girl Mom Reality: Sure, we may not have train tracks to contend with, but we do have princess dolls and clothes that my almost three-year-old can’t quite master yet. And guess what? My girls are fascinated by cars and trains too!
5. Teenage Years:
“I don’t envy you once those girls hit their teenage years!”
Girl Mom Reality: I’ve heard plenty of stories from my husband about his teenage antics. Sure, there will be drama and tears, but I’d rather navigate that than worrying about being called to pick up my kid after a wild joyride. Remember that teenage girl who took out our mailbox while four-wheeling? Yeah, that wasn’t my daughter!
In moments of frustration, it’s easy to think that life is greener on the other side, but just because my girls don ribbons in their hair doesn’t mean my bathtub isn’t ringed with mud! Every parenting experience comes with its own set of challenges. So let’s agree that every child brings their own surprises, and we can save the boy/girl comparisons for when they hit their teen years. I’ll be the one hiding under the bed during those times!
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Summary:
The journey of a “girl mom” is filled with unique challenges and joys. While “boy moms” may express sympathy over potential teenage drama, it’s essential to recognize that every parenting experience has its hurdles. From rambunctious play to messy moments, both boy and girl parents face their own set of surprises. Let’s celebrate our differences and support each other through this wild ride of parenthood!
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