…that I loved so much that I recreated it.
It felt so relatable and is such a testament to how much parents give even when they feel they have nothing left.
So I just wanted to say:
I see you.
You’re doing a great job and you are exactly who your kids need.
The picture above is my first Christmas alone as a single mother and I could have used this message then and every day since…and also before. 😂
And if we, as adults, need to hear that, I wonder how much our kids also need to hear that.
That they are seen.
That they are enough.
When I first married Steve 3 years ago, I was looking for a bedtime routine to do with his kids that would grow our connection and I landed on affirmations.
Every night I would have them repeat after me as I said:
You are strong.
You are brave.
You are kind.
You are patient.
You love your family.
Your family loves you.
Your family needs you.
You can do hard things.
You can make good choices.
You can solve your problems.
You are enough.
Bedtime became so special, and they reached the point where they wouldn’t let me miss affirmations.
And believe me, there were times when I tried!
However, these moments are what we're all about at HuggaBuddies.
And these moments are so much better with a Minkie around your shoulders, a Buddie under your arm, and a sleep mask perched on your forehead ready to drop for sleepy night-night.
And if you're looking for more ways to spend time with your child or connect, try this free puzzle together!
