Things I wish I'd known before we became parents

I wish I'd known

That having children radically changes your schedule

That children are expensive

That no two children are alike

That potty training is no laughing matter

That children need boundaries

That children's emotional health is as important as physical health

That children are greatly influenced by our model

That sometimes parents need to apologize

That social skills are as important as academic skills

That parents are responsible for their child's education

That marriages do not thrive on autopilot

That children can bring you great joy.