I loved raising little kids. Now that mine are 11 and 15, parenting is much more chill.
My kids are now 11 and 15, and sometimes I miss their childhood. I loved having little kids, but I also love the way things are now.
The author recalls fondly of her young children and the joys of raising them. However, she now appreciates the chill of parenting older kids at 11 and 15 years old. She cherishes memories of diaper changes, nighttime feeds, and story time, but now enjoys her sons' newfound independence. Her high schooler makes breakfast and leaves for school without her, while her middle schooler completes assignments independently.
The author finds fulfillment in her sons' evolving relationships and their ability to support her in return. While she misses the early years, she is content with her current phase of motherhood, grateful for the experiences that have shaped her into the woman she is today.
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