Parenting
By: Lisa Thompson
Updated: Aug. 22, 2015
Originally Published: Aug. 17, 2011
Parenthood is filled with unexpected moments, but nothing prepared me for a recent encounter during a playdate with some incredible mothers and their adorable little ones. As the conversation flowed, it went something like this:
“Did you hear? Little Max just sprouted his second tooth!”
“Wow, Bella crawled all the way to the bathroom!”
“Oh my goodness, look at those big, beautiful eyes on Charlie!”
As I engaged in the chatter, my own sweet pea, affectionately known as Peanut, was effortlessly navigating the playground with a dazzling smile, a full set of pearly whites, and the most striking blue eyes that could melt anyone’s heart. I was captivated. Here were these mothers boasting about their lovely children, while my Peanut—the very definition of baby perfection—stood right there among them! Then it struck me like a bolt of lightning: other parents might actually think their kids are cuter than mine.
This realization sent me reeling. I’ve always prided myself on being a logical and reasonable person—so naturally, I should be a rational mom, right? And from a logical standpoint, my son is nothing short of perfection. People literally stop me in the street to admire his delightful chubby thighs and his shy yet charming gaze. Just wait until you see his infectious smile, those enchanting eyes, and the ideal little curl of hair at the back of his neck! He’s clever, amusing, and kind-hearted. Even his diaper changes are relatively pleasant and almost endearing in their own way.
There was simply no way that Max, Bella, and Charlie could compete with my Peanut. Poor, mistaken mothers.
But then, I had to confront a reality check. I had just described my child’s poop as cute. I let that thought linger for a moment. Maybe, just maybe, the world might see the charm in Peanut’s mini “nuggets.” But let’s be real—while there are few definitive truths in life, the consensus that poop isn’t precious is probably one of them. This left me with just one conclusion: I must be the President and Founder of the Delusional Mama Club. What a revelation!
With my defenses lowered, I glanced around at the other little ones. Each of them was indeed charming, precious, and angelic—perfect in their own right, just as Peanut is perfect for me. What a delightful surprise!
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In summary, while every parent believes their child is the most perfect baby in the world, it’s heartening to realize that each little one is unique and cherished in their own family.