18 Proud Mothers Of Sons On The Best Part Of Being A ‘Boy Mom’

There’s something extra special about the bond between mother and son. “Boy mom” is a label we moms wear like a badge of pride. It’s not that boys are inherently different than girls, but our relationships with them are marked by a fierce love and loyalty that we treasure.

We asked 18 mothers of sons to tell us their favorite part of being a boy mom. Their answers are as sweet and loving as their boys.

Here’s a sneak peek at number 17…

“Their hugs border on headlocks.”

The best part of being a mom to boys is the way they love me so roughly! Their hugs border on headlocks, their kisses are wet, and when they lay next to me, it’s really on top of me to steal my blanket. But I wouldn’t have it any other way. They show their love so passionately.

― Theresa, mother to an 8-year-old and a 5-year-old son

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The Art of Nurturing Boys

Today’s Listen is from God Centered Mom, Heather Mcfadden, and in her episode The Art of Nurturing Boys – she’s invited David Thomas on the show.

David is a family therapist and director at DayStar Counseling Center in Nashville. He has lots of experience counseling families and children. Having his own set of twin boys has provided a lot of education as well.

As much as culture tries to tell us there aren’t differences between boys and girls… Heather’s (like I’m sure all of ours) every day experience begs to differ.

We may never truly understand the “why” behind most of our boys’ choices…

Here’s some of what is discussed on the podcast:

• When and how to let boys rough-house/wrestle
• How “Stage One boys” (ages 1 to 4 years old) express love with aggression.
• Providing an outlet and training regulation and respect.
• How to help our boys who feels things deeply (the ones often labeled as ‘sensitive’).
• Giving boys ways to process emotions with space and physical outlets.
• Helping boys hear our directions and respond to us.
• Taking advantage of how boys are hardwired visually.
• How to handle when boys talking about private parts, farting, etc.
• 4 & 14 year old boys and their testosterone surges.

When You’re a Dad of Mommies’ Boys