The Life Lessons of Parenthood

As the semester comes to a close I am deciding to do something nontraditional with this post. I want to take this time to reflect on what I have learn throughout Parenthood. Even though it has been a short 5 months, I have changed dramatically and in a very good way. Being a parent teaches us incredibly valuable things. One thing I have learned is how to appreciate my loved ones around me and my significant other. Whether it is my family being incredibly supportive or making sacrifices with my girlfriend, I truly understand what respect and appreciation means. The choices my girlfriend and I have made have truly brought us closer as well. Whether it is deciding on vaccinations or something as simple as which diapers to buy, making decisions for our daughter has made us closer, and stronger than ever before. Parenthood is truly incredible. It is trial and error and it truly tests you as a person. Parenthood is a lifelong commitment and in the short 5 months of Hadley's existence, it has led to incredible experiences and lessons that will last a lifetime.