10 Rules for Moms of Boys
Are you a mom of boys? It can be hard to understand boys all of the time but since you’re their mom, you have to try. When you are having trouble relating to your boys or understanding, check out these rules for moms of boys.
1. He has feelings too- Although it may seem that boys love to play and rough house, they have feelings too. Don’t forget to ask your son how he is feeling on a daily basis. Helping him know how to manage his emotions is an important part of being a mom to boys.
2. Never stop reading with your son- It may be hard to get your son to sit still for reading, but never stop reading to him and with him. Reading can help build a bond that’s unstoppable as he grows older.
3. Always be an encourager- The world has a way of tearing boys down, but you can build your boy up. Spend time encouraging your son each and every day!
4. Life lessons are extremely important- Boys will learn a lot by seeing and doing, but every boy needs those life lessons from their moms. Teach them when they should be rough, when they should be gentle, when they should stick up for themselves, and when they should ask for help.
5. Let him burn off his energy- Boys have lots and lots of energy. As a mom, it’s important to find ways for your boy to burn off that energy. You may be surprised at how much it takes to help them get rid of all that bottled up liveliness!
6. Let him explore- It’s hard to let our “boys” be boys sometimes, but letting your boy explore is an important part of his childhood. You can keep an eye on him while letting him explore the backyard, park, or dirt pile.
7. Always offer him love- Boys need to feel that safe place with their moms. Let your boy be a boy, but when they’re ready to come back into your arms for hugs and cuddles, allow that too.
8. Teach him the basics- When it comes to learning the basics around the house, teach your son those basics. Learning how to organize, do laundry, and help around the house is an important part of being a mom to your boys.
9. Cheer your son on- There will be a lot of people who want to bring your boys down, but it’s your job to build him up. No matter what path he chooses in life, cheer him on as much as possible.
10. Place positive role models in his life- Your boys will look to you to help place positive role models in their life. Not to mention, you should try your hardest to be your boys’ most positive role model as well. Sure you will make mistakes, but being a positive role model will help ensure your son grows into a well rounded man.
What is one “rule” you’d add to this list?
Those are great rules. I love them all. It is important to place positive role model around them
What a great list! Thanks for sharing.
I really like the “never stop reading” one. My son loves being read books and its something to sweet to do. It’s the best part of bedtime!
Love the “never stop reading” we are big about reading here. Every night without fail I lay with my little one and read, she is 6 and learning to read too so we take turns.
These are fantastic tips and rules for all moms of boys. I think having a good role model makes all the difference in the world with boys. I was a single mom when my son was growing up but my brother and papa stepped in to be great role models for him. I’m really proud of the man he has become.
This is a great post. It’s so important to remember their feelings. Even though my son CAN go for a week without doing more than grunting, I have to remember that he really doesn’t WANT to.
I am an all boy mom and these rules are awesome. I love having all boys and wouldn’t want it any other way.
I have 3 teen boys, and these are some great tips. My oldest is 17 and as hard as it is for me to let him make his own decisions about some things, I have to trust him, and I know I have to let him fail. It’s the only way to really learn.
I am not a much of any kids yet but these are awesome tips and very nicely written
what a fantastic post!!! I don’t have a son, but I do have a daughter and a lot of these things apply for daughters as well 😉
These are awesome pieces of advice. It was pretty daunting having a boy after raising a daughter for two years.
Such an adorable post! I love it. Thank you so much for sharing 😀
I have 3 boys myself and this list is great. Having a positive role model is certainly very important.
I don’t have any boys (all girls) but this was a fantastic read either way. There is such a special bond between mothers and sons.
I have 3 boys and I certainly agree with you. My son needs to stay active or he gets into trouble.
I think it’s really important to find a happy medium of letting boys be tough/rowdy and teaching them it’s okay to have feelings and know how to cook. We need more men raised like this in the world!
This is a great set of rules for raising boys. I will have to share this with my friends that have little boys.
These would be helpful in the future! I wanna be bestfriends with my future kids!
I don’t have any children yet, but I do wish to have little boys instead of girls. These are fantastic tips when i finally have a little boy running around because they are definitely very different than girls.
This is really good advice. I have a 16 y/o boy and my s/o has two boys, so this is really good to know for us.
I love #7. It reminds me of my daughter’s interaction with my two little grandsons. They are as tough as they can be, but on occasion they need need a hug from mom.
This is a great list for moms of boys. I have two boys of my own and raising them along, take a lot of work.
These are extremely helpful tips for me. I’m not a Mom of young boys, but I am an Auntie of a 10 year old – so I learned something.
You aren’t kidding about the energy! I am a mom of two little one (both boys) and this couldn’t be more true!
These are all very true, we have 6 boys and 3 between 1 and 3 years old. The one that struck home to me the most is encouraging them. It seems like the world is turning against everything that a little boy was when I was a kid.
Aww, this is so sweet. I don’t have any babies yet, but I’ll keep these rules in mind for the day I do 🙂
I agree with all of these rules when you are raising a boy. I think a positive role model in their life is very important.
This is a great post, I’m a mom to two girls but I will pass this along to my sisters.
These are great tips, I have a son and these are all helpful. Thanks for sharing all these.