Let's play a game of "Never Have I Ever: Postpartum Edition." Never have I ever accidentally put the milk in the cupboard and the Cheerios in the fridge, after a night spent negotiating with a 2-year-old about the nutritional benefits of eating green things. If you’re nodding your head in agreement, you’re my people! Welcome to the over 24 months postpartum club—where your tiny human has just upgraded from adorable baby blob to an unpredictable tornado of emotions and energy.

Here's a fun fact! The average toddler can ask up to 300 questions a day. This officially makes them more inquisitive than a cat with a degree in philosophy.

But let’s face it, as parents, aren’t we a mix of amateur psychologists, culinary artists, and crisis negotiators? Your little one isn't the only one growing—you're learning just as fast. Just the other day, you realized that coaching your child out of a toy store empty-handed without a full-blown mel

Now, about those snack time negotiations... When it comes to toddlers, food becomes a fascinating—and sometimes terrifying—battlefield. It's where puréed veggies are scorned like the villain in a soap opera. Chocolate however? An angelic chorus breaks into Hallelujah.

Power Tip: The art of distraction is your BFF. When offering broccoli over cookies, remember: what they can't see into the distance, they can't cry over. If all else fails, you were never above a secret veggie smuggle, right?

And what about those mornings when you’re greeted by a wall more colorful than a Jackson Pollock painting, with crayons nearby and an artist napping innocently? Remember to breathe. Let's channel your inner detective; who knew that solving a Crayola crime scene would be the real morning coffee jolt you needed?

Here's a thought: Aren't you one hot mess of a superwoman? Between park playdates and bedtime battles, it’s a wonder you remember your name, let alone how to function. Let's dive into rediscovering you in this whirlwind phase.

Exercise? What exercise! Incorporating a fitness routine feels like a deluxe version of "Hide and Seek." Yet, finding time f

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Oh, did someone say “me-time”? It’s the most elusive creature of them all—but a well-deserved glass of wine during toddler nap time can be surprisingly transcendent. Cheers to finding those moments where you can—and dare I say—take an uninterrupted pee break?

Wrapping it up, let’s not ignore the emotional twister you’re constantly balancing on—reinventing your identity while still being the queen/king of someone’s tiny world. Your multitasking skills are legendary.

Remember this: No one has all the answers, but you're doing great, sweetie. Between the messes, don't forget you’re discovering the exquisite joy of living life through blossoming tiny eyes.

In the end, maybe there’s no such thing as a “perfect parent,” but hey, there’s always a “fun parent”—and being either is a win in my book.