A mom of 3

People always ask me if is it hard having three kids. The answer is YES but if you ask me if I ever imagine being married with 3 kids at 32 years old the answer is no.

I met my husband when I was a sophomore in high school he was my best friend's cousin he was 2 and a half years older than me so he was not in high school anymore.

I was not a girl who dated at that age and well I had strict parents so that was a no-dating rule in our home.

One day my friend was like you should talk to my cousin you will like him he is cute and kind. She wrote his number in my notebook and I was like oh no I'm not texting him I was embarrassed I had never done that or tried to talk to a boy. She gave him my number I remember it was winter break and one day I received a text from him and we started texting from there January came and his grandpa passed away and his mom couldn't go to Mexico to bury him so she sent him to go help his grandma so he left for a couple of weeks maybe a month. We didn't have long distances so we didn't talk for that month until he came back. it was already February or March and he reached out and we talked for months I only saw him a couple of times before he asked me out on August 5th, 2009.

I said yes but I told him I didn't want to hide anymore and that he needed to ask my parent's permission to date me so he did. My parents agreed and we started dating he could come over and see me on the weekends here and there we would go out my parents were strict still. We dated for a whole year it was the best year ever. ✨ I became a senior and everything was good in my last year, then in October I found out I was pregnant I had not gotten my period and I was nervous so we bought a test and it came out positive my younger sister was there also him. We cried so much I was scared of my parent's reaction and disappointment. But at the same time, I was happy.

We told my parents and yes they were upset my dad didn't talk to me during my whole pregnancy it was so hard and sad I was heartbroken my mom was my biggest support and my sister.

When my daughter was born, everything changed my dad was there in that delivery room and never moved as my mom's in-laws were the happiest.

I had my daughter a week after I graduated from high school. So that worked well to my advantage.

I became a dental assistant and worked for 4 years until my daughter started schoolstopped working and started planning my second baby.

We had our son this time everything was different I was happy to tell my family we were expecting our son. We thought we were done until 3 years later and we said one more how hard can it be. Oh boy, it was hard my third child was the wild one she is five now and I love my kids I wouldn't have changed a thing now my husband and I have been together 15 years and we are happy and blessed and praying for a lifetime together.

Now we have a 13-year-old 8-year-old and a 5-year-old I'm 32 and my husband is 35♥️ that's a piece of our story

#teenmovie #couplegoals #happymom #happywife #youngmom #younparents #momof3 #millennial #wife #MOTHER

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... Read moreNavigating life as a mom of three can be overwhelming, yet incredibly rewarding. Many young mothers face the complexities of early motherhood, romance, and family dynamics. It’s common to feel unprepared when the reality of parenthood hits, especially when handling multiple children. Each child brings their own joys and challenges, from the sleepless nights of infancy to the vibrant energy of toddlers. Balancing household responsibilities, work, and personal time is essential for a harmonious family life. Additionally, support from partners and family members plays a crucial role in coping with parenting stress. Engaging with community groups or social media can provide a valuable support network. As mothers reflect on their journeys, they often find that despite the difficulties, the love and connection they cultivate with their children is irreplaceable. If you're navigating through the complexities of motherhood, remember, you're not alone! Sharing experiences with fellow moms can be empowering and reassuring as you all grow together through the ups and downs of parenting.

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