Four years.
That’s how long I’ve been mum to a boy for this week. And as mum to two girls as well if there’s one thing I’ve discovered it’s that raising a boy is very different to raising girls.
The middle one – our rainbow baby – turns four the day before Halloween, and as always when they reach another birthday I can’t help but reflect on how we got there.
So, what have I learnt in 4 years as mum to a boy? An awful lot, but here’s what sticks out the most.
4 things I’ve learnt in 4 years as mum to a boy
1. Wee gets everywhere. And when I say everywhere, I mean in places you can’t imagine.
2. They never get tired of playing with their willy. And they’ll discover it sooner than you think.
3. Almost anything can (and will) be turned into a weapon. Even if you’ve gone out of your way to avoid introducing them to any kind of weapon.
4. If it can be climbed or scaled, they’ll have a go. Book shelves, doors, free-standing lamps, trees: anything is fair game. Don’t say I didn’t warn you.
Are you mum or dad to a boy? Can you relate to any of the above? I’d love to hear about your experience!
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I have two boys, the eldest is also 4 and the weapon thing, yes! I definitely said I, a pacifist, would not encourage weapons but everything was a weapon and now we have box choc full of swords, shields, light sabers, blasters and all sorts. #mmbc
I only have girls and the thought of having a boy terrifies me. lol They sure do sound like a lot of fun though x #MMBC
My boys are 5 and 7 and still find it amusing playing and talking about willies lol X #mmbc
My boys are 5 and 7 and still find it amusing playing and talking about willies lol X #mmbc
I have two girls and one boy too. I was determined to bring them up the same, but I think he had other ideas. You’re right about everything being turned into a pretend weapon. Dolls prams became mowers. Tiaras were builder’s hard hats. I love the imagination. Oh and climbing. SO true. Admittedly my girls do the same, so no difference there. Happy 4th birthday. #MMBC
With 5 boys I can relate to it all, nothing changes as they get older either, they just find an extra use for their willy! #DreamTeam
All so true. I am one of two girls but have ended up with two boys….and they are so different from how my sister and I were as kids. More energy than I can imagine and everything is about a battle or destruction or a race or something! I might have “take your hand out of your pants” on my gravestone…! #itsok.
Yes to all four points, being a mum to a boy myself! Especially the weapon one – any and everything will be used as a weapon! Here’s a similar post I wrote, if you fancy a read: https://talesfrommamaville.com/10-ways-know-youre-mum-boys/
Sorry, forgot to add thanks for joining us on the #itsok linky
I have one boy and two girls and I couldn’t agree more! Also: THE NOISE! So much noise!!! Ace post! #ItsOk xxx
I have two girls and I have to admit the prospect of having a boy scares me! A lot! You just get so comfortable with what you know. But if a boy did happen to come along I know I would be fine. It’s still nice to get pointers like this though! #DreamTeam
This really made me smile – and also think that I should be more grateful that mine wasn’t a climber or weapon thrower. Little ones are great π Thanks for joining us for the #dreamteam xx
Despite not having boys I can relate to having kids that love to climb! #MMBC
Not a boy mom but I have friends who have boy children and they are very active #dreamteam