Fly High Little One!
I always dreamed of becoming a mother. It’s something I imagined as a child, but nothing could prepare me for the overwhelming love I felt when I heard that first cry or when my baby gazed into my eyes, making those sweet cooing sounds. And the anxiety! No one talks enough about the breastfeeding battles, sore nipples, and sleepless nights. Oh, and just when you think you’ve figured out one stage, they start climbing, then running, and that’s a whole new level of anxiety. I find myself constantly on high alert, trying to keep up with their every move. Honestly, I could fill an entire blog post! The shift from holding their tiny hands to letting them run free is a reminder of how fast time flies, and how much they grow in what feels like the blink of an eye.
Nursing my oldest was tough. I felt like I was failing. Then my lactation consultant said something that changed everything, “Don’t be so hard on yourself. You and your baby are doing this together for the first time.” That simple reminder made me realize we were in it together, learning side by side. I’ve returned to those words throughout my motherhood journey. Parenting is not a one-size-fits-all, it brings new challenges every day, some harder than others. Becoming a mother has made me grow so much, and my boys inspire me to be better, every single day.
Now, watching my youngest grow, the last of my babies, it’s so cliché, but it’s true what everyone says, the lasts with him are the hardest. He went from saying "mama" to "mom," and with two older brothers, he quickly developed a fierce independence. He walks around declaring, "I am Avatar, Master of All Elements," bursting with imagination and confidence. While I admire the independence growing in all my boys, part of me still misses the days when they needed me for everything.
I try to be present most days and treasure every snuggle, kiss, and cuddle, knowing they may come less often as they grow older. My oldest still sneaks in a few cuddles at home, but in front of his friends? Not a chance, I can’t even get a kiss without him wiping it away! I guess I have those mom cooties! As they grow and fly high on their own, I hold onto these moments with love, because being their mom is the greatest adventure of all.
That’s why at penn + chio KIDS, we celebrate those precious moments of connection. Whether it’s fostering imagination through our Dëna products, creating self-care rituals with Solful Organics, or encouraging independence with our eco-friendly dinnerware, our goal is to nurture meaningful moments for your family.
From one mother to another. We are all in this together. Building memories and cherishing those moments of connection.
XO,
Sandra