Simple Ways To Show Love

I never want Boston to doubt that she is important, that she is the most important person in her moms life no matter who else comes in it. I have always tried to do little things to let Boston know that she is important; you don't have to spend money to do extra things to show your baby you love them.  There are so many simple things you can do for your children to show them that they are loved. I decided to share some of mine and Boston's special things and hope that when you read this you can share some of yours with us.

* We always spend a few minutes snuggling each morning before we get ready for the day. Even the smallest child can feel the love behind that.

This was one of those early days when Boston was more ready to cuddle than I was.

* Make up their own song. For a while Boston loved the "girlfriend song" and dance that went with it. 

* Boston and I go on mommy/daughter dates at least once a week where it's just the two of us. We splurge on these and do something out of our routine. This week we went and got an Italian Soda and a crepe at the crepery and the week before we shared a yogurt from Twizzleberry.

Our Thursday night date to the Crepery.

* Watch a show THEY want to see. I could watch The Walking Dead for hours but Boston likes Elmo so I make certain she gets a chance for her show, too.

* Boston loves brushing her teeth. Even when I am so tired we make it a fun activity.

* Make bath time special.  Add lots of bubbles, colored soaps, maybe you could purchase a new tub toy or let them play with things found around the house.  Don’t forget to warm the towel!

* Make bed time special, too. Read their favorite story, sing their song and tuck them in your own special way.

* Praise them, nurture their self esteem. I let Boston know every single day how special she is..."You is kind, you is smart, you is important.." When I use a new special lotion I let Boston have some, when I use a face mask Boston gets to use it too, and we make spa nights out of it. It's fun and she loves it.

* I write in "Boston's Book" once a week. I write down what she learned this week or the funny things she did; I write the fun things we did and the people she met. That way when she is older she will be able to read it and see how she progressed as well. 

* Smile and play with them. Set apart time in the day where it's just play time. Let them be the only thing you pay attention to during this time.

* Boston is still little she can't make choices herself yet, but when we are shopping for groceries we pick out two special treats and let her pick which one she wants. She loves it, she loves the treat and she loves that she picked it. 

* Always start and end the day with saying, "I love you". 

I am by no means a perfect mom, still just a normal mom who is learning but I hope these are traditions we can continue and add to for a long time. I can't wait to hear some of yours as well. Showing love doesn't have to cost a ton of money. Have an awesome Saturday, we are on our way to then mountains with some great friends and family.

XO:

Ashlynn&Boston BRONSON