For all the moms out there.

This has been on my mind for a while, and I just want to give you all a high five and acknowledge you for a second.I’m a stay at home dad, and I have to say it’s not easy. My wife has lupus, so I’m spending most of my days taking care of my wife and our 10 month old. It’s been so tough at times, but so rewarding. My wife needs good sleep, so I spent the first six months (three of them she had colic) on the couch sleeping next to our little girl. Sometimes I thought I was going to lose my mind trying to do all this, and even now that our baby sleeps well in her nursery, it’s still tough taking care of her and doing things around the house every day.But here’s the thing; when a dad changes a wet diaper, he gets a standing ovation from everyone who hears about it. I don’t know how many times I’ve been out with the baby and someone talks to us just to say I must be a great dad. When I got my TDAP and then flu shot before the baby came, the doctor was a little too impressed with the fact that I did it because we had a baby on the way. On the night she was being induced, the nurses at the hospital asked if I knew how to change a diaper, and literally gave me a pat on the back when I explained everything I’ve done to be ready to bring our child home. I get at the worst 95% positivity from every interaction when I’m out with strangers.You moms don’t get that, but you deserve it too. Being a parent is so so tough, and the fact that you’re on this thread seeking advice or ready to give it is proof enough for me that you’re a great parent. I’ve had a lot of hardships in the last 10 months, but I know a lot of you have been through a lot more- and some of you without a spouse to help. Good job moms! You’re great parents, and don’t let any stranger, friend, or family member tell you you’re any different. I don’t care if you have maternal instincts, if you have the easiest baby to raise, or if you’re a pediatrician yourself and have more expertise than the rest of us; keep it up, and I hope someone out there gives you the recognition you deserve. via /r/Parenting http://bit.ly/2Cym7YI