At 42, the author unexpectedly discovered she was pregnant, leading her to embrace motherhood later in life. Now a mother to a 13-year-old, she reflects on the advantages of being an older parent, such as greater patience and a more relaxed perspective on parenting challenges. This experience has allowed her to avoid common parental regrets and embrace special moments with her daughter, illustrating that life experience positively influences parental outcomes. She appreciates the vital balance between personal fulfillment and nurturing her child.
Having my daughter in my 40s means I don't resent my daughter for things I didn't get to do.
As a mom in my 40s, I learned that a messy house could still be a happy one.
I became more patient, not less, when my daughter acted out. Older moms are less likely to yell at or punish their kids.
Becoming a parent later in life has made me a much better one.
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