49. What I'm Learning Raising Boys

I was asked recently what it's like raising four boys. It definitely got me thinking.

They’re about to celebrate their birthdays in the next six weeks – the twins will turn nine, our eldest is almost 11, and our youngest will be seven. And while there’s a bit of rough-and-tumble going on that usually comes with the territory, raising sons has been an eye-opening experience and completely different to what I expected. 

Today, I’m sharing the lessons I’ve learnt, ways I’ve adapted to the unexpected and what I hope to be instilling in my boys as they grow.

I'll take you through my experiences of: 

 - Releasing expectations

- Nurturing individuality

- Understanding physical play

- The power of attention

- Awareness of body image

- The need for good role models

- Fostering emotional language

- Challenging gender norms

These lessons really just skim the surface. I’m not perfect, and I don’t have all the answers. But I'm continuously learning, and eager to hear from you too. What are your experiences? Please drop me a message or an email – I’d love to discuss the incredible journey of raising boys with you!

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