"You're a good mom"

• a child that seems to be doing anything and everything to defy you,
• you are usually in a crowded area,
• you feel like everybody is looking at you and wondering why you can't control your child,
• and at that moment you vow to never judge another parent again!

This was exactly where I found myself just the other day in church with a 3 year old that was being a typical 3 year old, showing the world just how independent he was. It was one of the longest services of my life as I felt everybody was waiting and watching to see how my husband and I would discipline our son.

At the end of the service, I breathed a sigh of relief that we actually survived and tried to make a quick exit. Thankfully, an older gentlemen that was sitting behind us was kind enough to take a moment to catch up to me, leaned over my shoulder, and whispered those four words that almost made me cry, "You're a good mom".

It was such a simple statement that spoke volumes to me.

So to all those parents out there, never forget that you are doing a great job.

Never underestimate the power of a simple encouraging statement. I challenge you to speak words of encouragement to that person that looks like they are struggling, you just never know how it might change their day.

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Heather Hampton is the owner and instructor for Baby Boot Camp in Woodbury.  This stroller based fitness class makes it easy for moms to get their pre-baby body back while spending time with their stroller aged children.  Come and try your first class for free!  Register by emailing Heather.Hampton@BabyBootCamp.com

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