Unexpected realizations of parenthood

1. That I would memorize every inch of my son’s body, every facial expression, and each little quirk immediately.
2. That bibs look like capes when turned around backwards.
3. That I would laugh off the times I get peed on or spit up on (even if it’s only because that’s the only way to maintain sanity through the moment it occurs).
4. That I could have entire conversations (yes, plural) about the baby’s bodily fluids. And care about those conversations.
5. That it’s possible to be so proud (and relieved) when he finally burps
6. That even when I’m running off less than 4 hours of sleep, I’d still rather sit up and stare at Logan’s face than go to bed.
7. That parenthood means a range of emotions from awe to frustration to helplessness to failure to pride to love to amazement…. Sometimes in less than 30 seconds.
8. That parenthood also means sometimes having to choose between comforting a screaming baby and going to the bathroom. Or eating. Or any other basic function that used to take precedence.
9. That every parent needs a live-in pediatrician.

10. That everything about this whole process is a miracle.