Overheard my kids playing in the backyard today. Oldest was helping youngest climb the tree and when he got scared, my older one said 'it's okay buddy, I got you, just like dad shows us.' Something about hearing them help each other the way I try to help them just hit different. We're raising good humans. That's a win.
That's everything right there. When they start showing that kindness and patience toward each other without being told, you know you're doing it right. Moments like that make all the chaos worth it.
Man, those are the moments that stick with you forever. The little things they do when they think nobody's watching. Sounds like your oldest is learning what it means to be a good brother.
This is exactly what I hope to see with my two boys. That moment when they stop competing with each other and start actually helping each other out. Sounds like you're nailing it.
This hits different. Being a co-parent means I miss some of these moments, but when I get updates like this from my ex about the kids showing kindness to each other, it makes my whole week better.
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This is gold. Your oldest naturally stepping up to help and encourage his brother, that's the kind of person you're raising. You should be proud of that.