First Dance Party
Whether it consists of jumping in place or the more advanced robot, the first time you and the kid have a dance party in the kitchen, it'll leave your heart on a cloud. And when that little one starts requesting tunes for the dance off—as in, "I need funky music, mama!"—we're talking whole 'nother level of fun.
First Request for Veggies
You serve up something new and strange: asparagus, broccoli, beets. Kiddo goes in bravely with a big, bold bite. He smiles as it tickles his taste buds. He looks over at you and says those magic words: "More, please."
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First Actually Funny Joke
Maybe it's a classic knock-knock, but when your child gets you to snort with laughter, you know you're onto something big and special.
First Random Compliment
Your young one throws one of these your way: "You're so beautiful, mommy!" Oh, and it's 6 a.m., you're wearing your "backup" glasses and still have your night retainer in. Come on. What's not to love about this moment?
First Junk Food Rejection
…in favor of your homemade version. Move over, chocolate cookie from the coffee shop. Mom makes it mo' better.
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First Rainy-Day Snuggle
(Bonus: while watching a movie). Sure, there was no popcorn (uh, the kid was only 2!) and the movie starred talking cars, but, man, it was delightful.
First Show of Manners
He burps at the dinner table, but then chirps “excuse me!” without even a moment’s pause … or a side-eye from mama. Toss in a well-placed thank you and a couple pleases, and you’ve got yourself a big, steaming bowl of Proud Soup. Enjoy.
First Parrot Parenting
Yes, you really do sound like a broken record. It’s just part of parenting. But that moment when your kid echoes something you’ve said 142 times (“Jumping on the bed is not a good idea. It’s dangerous!”), now that’s music to the ears.
First Bedtime Story Read
She might not get all the words out—or in the right order—but that’s where the fun lives! Then, when the cutie pie ventures into making up her own “Once upon a time” tales, it’s a whole new great adventure.
First Butterfly Hunt
(Or cloud watch, or puddle jump.) Yeah, almost makes you forget—and forgive—the sleepless nights during those first few months … as I said, almost.
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