Dirty diapers
Broken electronics
Chewed toys
Scratched DVDs
Sleepless nights
Doctor appointments
Sibling rivalries
Snotty nose
Hunger cries
Sleep cries
Awake cries
Unknown cries
Separation anxiety
Inadequacy fears
Financial burden
Sticky mess
First steps
First words
Dad-da
First breath
First cry
Sleeping shoulder
Teaching moments
Tickling giggles
Tender cuddles
“Love you”
Inquisitive mind
Growing independence
Let go
Worth it

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