Last night my little girl, who is 2 1/2 was going up the steps to our house, with out any help of course 'cause she a big girl, so she says, I can remember a time when she would crawl up them with my hands around her so she would'nt fall, Why do they grow up so fast, it breaks my heart.
2007-08-09 06:01:28 · 15 answers · asked by cherrie022 5 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
I understand. But try not to focus on what is passing by. Focus on what you have now. Enjoy every single precious moment.
Let me share my story about that:
I used to lament over my children growing up too fast. I used to say, "I wish my son would never grow up!"
Turned out he had a genetic disorder. He stayed a one-year-old developmentally for the rest of his life. (He died when he was 12, still in diapers and needing to be fed.)
So I got what I wished for. He didn't grow up. I did enjoy taking care of him, but how sad for him to never know the joy of growing up into his own adult person. I feel so selfish and sad about this.
My two other children are now young (very) adults. But no babies in the house for me. I look back at those good ol' days when they were small...and I miss them. But, I am glad I can watch them grow into their own lives. They're still extremely close to me, thank goodness. And I enjoy their adult minds and personalities in ways that are better than when they were just babies. We joke, laugh, share, confide. I'm still their mommy and cook for them. They come to me when they are sick or need advice. They still cuddle with me to watch tv.
It's all good. You're a mommy for life!
Take lots of pictures. Take lots of time to hug, kiss, play and cuddle. Build those bonds and memories now.
Then, when each stage passes, look forward to the great new times your child will bring into your life. You still have those happy days when she will bring home school projects she made just for you, etc. She will skip off to birthday parties, bring home a new friend, argue with you over clothes, share secrets, ask about your childhood, learn to bake by burning things, cry on your shoulder when her crush passes her over, panic over homework, hold your hand even when she's a teenager, learn to drive...
You're in for so many more blessed times as a mother.
Good luck!
2007-08-09 06:13:40 · answer #1 · answered by hope03 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
YES HONEY! I have a 1 1/2 year old who's going on 17! He is so independant and nearly growls at anyone who tries to help him! He used to give me all the kisses and hugs I want but now he rations them out and for the most part he'd rather not partake in the mushy stuff. He's so tough and such a BOY! He doesn't need me for too much and it really does hurt...I'm ready for another one!!! :)
2007-08-09 13:12:09 · answer #2 · answered by CoolBeans 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I know how you feel. My son is 3 1/2 and in swimming lessons and last night when I tried to help him down the steps he said "No Mom, I can do it!". I miss my little baby, now he's all independent (which I guess is what we strive for). It makes me sad too.
2007-08-09 13:06:18 · answer #3 · answered by bbybears 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it does make me sad. Tomorrow I turn 40, my oldest goes to college next week and my youngests, twins are almost 3. I don't know where the last 3 years went, much less the 18 years of my oldest! Wah!
2007-08-09 13:22:50 · answer #4 · answered by Sheila 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it is sometimes heartbreaking to see my little one growing up. So many things she doesn't need me for anymore! She wants so much to do things all by herself. She is 18 mths old, and it seems like it has gone by so fast. It is hard. I love watching her grow up, but I want her to stay small, too. I know that she could never love me the way that I love her...but she just gives me the fiercest hugs and kisses right now. I just want to cry thinking about it.
2007-08-09 13:09:28 · answer #5 · answered by Amy B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know exactly what you mean my son starts kindergarten in 11 days and it seems like just yesterday he was just staring to crawl time goes so fast so remember to cherish every little moment you get with them.
2007-08-09 13:06:18 · answer #6 · answered by Heidi M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Makes me sadder that so many on this site seem to want them to grow up even faster. I am amazed at the expectations some people have of little people.
2007-08-09 13:06:13 · answer #7 · answered by ladybmw1218 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know what you mean!!!
I was at my cousin's house and we were going to spend the night. A friend of ours was there and my 3 year old daugher was talking to her. It was time for her to go to bed. My daugher puts her hand on her hip, tosses her hair and rolls her eyes and says "moms making me go to bed" My friend said "its ok, well hang out another time" She shifts her weight to the other foot, tosses her hair and says "yeah, dont worry, we will"
When did my 3 year old become a teenager!!!!!!!!!
2007-08-09 13:20:10 · answer #8 · answered by mable3691214 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
me too...i have these moments all the time...its because now she is growing up and she doesn't need you as much..it hurts...but is a positive thing and you can be involved in celebrating each wonderful step she takes
2007-08-09 13:09:29 · answer #9 · answered by hunnyswifey 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, it is sad how fast they grow. I'm pretty lucky in that my daughters have grown up to be pretty likable. But I do miss them as toddlers.
2007-08-09 13:07:38 · answer #10 · answered by Robert K 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋