Diapers, Sippy Cups & Sanity: 10 Parenting Wins We Don’t Celebrate Enough
- kriscainlcpc
- Jul 2
- 3 min read
Let’s be honest — parenting isn’t all picture-perfect birthday parties and heartwarming milestone videos. Sometimes, it’s just surviving until bedtime without anyone (including you) crying in the laundry room.
And while Instagram might not reward you for scraping pureed carrots off the ceiling, we will.
Here at Building Bright Futures in Frankfort, Illinois, we believe in celebrating the real victories — the everyday, unsung moments that make you a parenting rockstar. So grab that cold coffee (we know you still haven’t finished it), and enjoy this list of 10 parenting wins that absolutely deserve a standing ovation.
1. The Socks Actually Match
You dug through laundry piles, the floor of the minivan, and the Bermuda Triangle that is the sock drawer — and came up victorious. Your child is wearing matching socks, and frankly, you should lead a TED Talk on efficiency.
2. No One Cried at Drop-Off
Whether it’s preschool, a grandparent’s house, or the BBF playgroup, the emotional goodbye gauntlet is no joke. If you made it through without tears (theirs or yours), go ahead and do a little dance in the parking lot. You earned it.
3. A Vegetable Was Eaten (Voluntarily)
If your toddler willingly consumed something green and it wasn’t a crayon, call the press. Whether it was one lonely pea or a bite of broccoli dipped in ketchup, this is a culinary triumph of epic proportions.
4. You Nailed a Bedtime Story Voices
Tonight, your “Bear Growl” was Oscar-worthy. Your “Goofy Giraffe” made them giggle. And even though you skipped three pages and changed the ending (again), they fell asleep smiling. That’s art.
5. You Survived a Public Diaper Blowout
You had wipes. You had backup pants. You had the stealth and speed of a Formula 1 pit crew. You emerged victorious — and possibly traumatized — but the child is clean and the bathroom stall survived.
6. You Rewrote the Same Text 5 Times and Didn’t Hit Send
To the parent who just needed to vent — but didn’t unleash a 2 a.m. rant on the school group chat — we see your restraint. That’s growth.
7. Everyone Ate the Same Dinner
There were no “alternate meals,” no peanut butter toast backups, and no table mutinies. Everyone — even the picky eater — ate the same dish. Somewhere, Gordon Ramsay is proud.
8. Teeth Were Brushed Without Wrestling
You didn't have to chase anyone around the couch. You didn't need a song, a dance, or a bribe. The toothbrush went in the mouth and did its job. Say it with us: miracle.
9. You Showered.
Not a rinse. Not a “wash your bangs and hope for the best.” A real, honest-to-goodness shower — maybe even with conditioner. Who’s fancy now?
10. You Gave Yourself Grace
You lost your temper, forgot snack day, or let them have screen time so you could eat dinner sitting down — and you forgave yourself. Parenting is hard. Loving your kids is easy. And showing up, even when you're running on fumes, is more than enough.
Why These Wins Matter
At Building Bright Futures, we know that parenting success isn’t about being perfect — it’s about being present. These little wins aren’t little at all. They’re signs of resilience, resourcefulness, and real love.
You’re helping shape a child’s world, one chaotic, courageous day at a time.
How BBF Supports the Journey
Our mission is to walk alongside you in this season of messy mornings and magical milestones. We offer:
Free play-based programs where your kids can learn, grow, and giggle
Parenting workshops with real tips, not pressure
Developmental screenings to support growth at every stage
Caregiver connection circles so you never feel alone
Because raising tiny humans isn’t a solo sport — and in Frankfort, you’ve got a team cheering you on.
What You Can Do Today
Visit our center or check out our weekly programs
Bring your kiddo for their first drop-in playgroup
Sign up for a free parenting workshop or screening
Follow us on social media for tips, laughs, and encouragement
Final Word
So here’s to you — the snack-packing, tantrum-taming, book-reading, love-giving hero your child already believes you are. Even if you forgot picture day. Especially if you forgot picture day.
The small wins are the real wins.
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