You Were Made to Be My Oldest
You are my firstborn. My big. The one who made me a mama. The one who started this whole crazy,…
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By Alex Kornswiet 3 Ways to Help Your Firstborn Embrace Becoming a Big Brother
My oldest son turned four right after his first brother was born. Four years of alone time with his parents.…
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You Were First
You were first. You were the one we had prayed months for. The one who took the longest to get…
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By Megan Kewaza Dear Firstborn, Because of You My Heart Grew
To my firstborn, Some days it feels like I just found out about you—pregnant for the first time ever. But…
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By Liz Newman To My Firstborn: A New Baby May Divide My Attention But Not My Love
Sweet babe, have you heard the news? You’re going to be a big sibling! Our family is growing, and there…
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Dear Firstborn, Your Sibling Will Not Replace You
This wasn't the plan. This wasn't on the calendar to happen so soon. I need you to know, I could…
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I Promise To Remember When it Was Just Us
Dear firstborn, I promise to remember you are still my baby. When your baby brother is born and you suddenly…
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Always Remember, My Child: I’m Here if You Need Me
It is well past bedtime as I watch you snuggle into your little bed with your impressive collection of blankets,…
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It’s Easy To Expect Too Much of Your Oldest Child
I’m a stereotypical oldest child–rigid, obedient, perfectionistic, controlling, bossy. I’m also responsible, nurturing, organized, resourceful, and studious. I have high…
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By Janelle Sims The Truth? You’re Going To Make Mistakes With Your Firstborn.
"Learn from mistakes." That’s what we’re taught in school and by our parents. It’s a phrase I have always tried…
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By Rachel Zeko You’ll Always Be Mommy’s Little Boy
My dear, sweet firstborn. As the days pass by, your status as an only child is slowly coming to an…
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By Mikala Albertson He Never Needed Me To Be a Perfect Mom
Sometimes I call him the practice child. The oldest of five. Born to a mom and dad deep in debt…
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