Today was THE day

 

As a nanny or caregiver I find there is a specific day parent's dread. It's the day their child wants me more than them. Well today was THAT day for my little buddy Ronan!

     You see I have been with this guy since he was a few months old. He will be two next month, that is a lot of days and a lot of hours to be in a kid's life.

     Here's what I know:
He sees me and it means we get to have fun.... Art, outdoors, games and songs. His time with me is scheduled and focused and the rules are always the same. I am the fun maker and the snuggler and he knows I will be there to encourage him.
He sees me and it means the "magic bag" comes with. It means that we will play with things that he has never seen before and I will get crazy with him.
When he sees me he knows he is safe and loved for who he is.

     Here's what else I know:
You ARE his mommy, he knows that! He loves YOU!
When he has a bad night YOU are there to snuggle him. When he feels bad YOU are the one who takes him to the Dr to feel better. When he's having a temper tantrum it is YOU who guides and directs him and it will be YOU who he emulates in life. YOU are the most important person in his life and you are doing a great job Mama!
     It is not easy for us as we see the pain on your face as your kiddo cries for us at the end of the day.
I hope when you see your little babes love their caregiver, instead of feeling sad you feel so grateful for someone who loves on your kiddos as much as you do. I hope you feel blessed that your kids are safe and well cared for. We are all in this together!