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If you’re ever doubting your parenting just ask your kid what they love about you. 😁❤️ ••• #momlove #sonlove

Deeply grateful for @Inspired by Frodeje’ blessing me with this lovely pillow keepsake of my mom and me! 🥹❤️ •• #momandme #mommy #restinpeace #keepsake #personalizedgifts

Approximately 49% of Americans are people pleasers. It’s pretty unhealthy, so I’m always finding ways to help my son be confident. Even with me! ••• #assertive #passive #aggressive #communication

Forgiveness frees you not let the other person off the chain ••• #forgive #parenting #forgiveness

Multiple parents stop me to commend me for actively playing with my son, while they watch their kids from the sidelines. No hate to them, that’s their choice; this is mine. One father in particular said, “You’re actually out there with your kid! I’m impressed!” My response: “Well, I want to make memories with him. He’s only a child once. Thank you!” As I walked away, I never really thought of myself that way..the parent who plays with my son, while others don’t. I just did it. This isn’t a judgment post, hopefully it’s an encouragement one. Sure, as adults we have our reasons for not wanting to or being physically able to play with our kids: back problems, fatigue, anxiety, etc. Totally understandable. I have arthritis in my back, asthma, and my body isn’t conditioned for sudden movements like the ones I do when I play with my son. So I for sure feel some short-term discomfort. My feet were on fire while ice skating, and last night in bed, they were sore, but the sacrifice was worth it for the memories and time well spent. I get out of breath, feel some pain, tired, sore, and sometimes nervous to do certain activities with him. But will I remember that years from now, or even weeks? Probably not so much. I’ll remember the laughs we shared, the connection, and the fun we had. Of course, if an activity risks your health, be the judge. I don’t want to regret standing on the sidelines and missing the bonds he desires with me. ••• #funwithson #momkids #bondingtime #familyfun #singlemom

Self compassion yourself today

The costs of self-minimization = emotional exhaustion, low self esteem, resentment, depression, anxiety, deep loneliness and even physical stress. ••• #peoplepleasing #lowselfessteem #lonely #momson #momtok

Instead of punishing, we should be connecting. Instead of scolding, we should be guiding. Instead of labeling, we should be listening. #kidswillbekids

Shopping & styling made easier for me •• #dlookapp #dlooktryon #virtualtryon #mensfashion #fashiontiktok

I’ve experienced multiple forms of abuse and have witnessed it. It’s crucial I am aware of the signs & raise my son to discern when to defend himself & when he’s acting out of a lack of self control, bitterness, or ego etc. Walking away looks weak but it’s strength. Blowing up only makes matters worse. There’s a way to handle situations with self respect and boundaries

You can feel the hurt without turning it into revenge •• #momson #lifelessons #kindness

Wow - this is really my child at 6 years young😍 Haters would say he just didn’t want to go to daycare or wanted something from me but the real ones know it was pure love and appreciation

Just my opinion, what books have helped you? •• #books #healingbooks #parentingbooks #reader #reading

I humbly thank God for giving me such wisdom, so that I may raise my son in the steps God has ordered me to. What a gift that I cherish. Pray for wisdom, always. He will provide 🙏🏾 • #godlywoman #maturemen #regulation #lifecoach #parenting

We’re a reading family and we’re all about understanding emotions! This book is the perfect book to add to our collection! ••• #emotions #emotionalintelligence #emotionalregulation #booksforkids #readers