Raising a son?

sterjacks21

I've come to the realization that I know absolutely nothing about boys! Are there any good books about raising a son that anyone recommends?

mybabynumber2

A lot of it will come naturally to you Hun. Go with the flow I say :-)

We went in blind too, and are happy to have raised a very caring, very happy and loving little boy.

I'm sure someone else has read up on raising a boy, sorry I couldn't offer any more advice on books. x

yessirio

Boys are so easy! Like @mybabynumber2 said it will come naturally... I personally never read a book about how to raise boys n I have two boys very nice boys too!
U will b fine!

Mousemama

Boys are easy, laid back little guys. Just go with the flow and you'll be fine. Most boys like dinosaurs and trucks, but if he likes dolls and tea parties too, that's okay. Oh, and they totally get little boners, so don't be alarmed. You'll find toy cars in your purse and learn to laugh at booger jokes. It's all lots of fun, I promise.

thinkpink101

I grew up with just one sister so boys were a huge shock to me! My oldest is almost 12 but I'm still not used to the grossness I hear on a daily basis, the pee all over the bathrooms and the constant activity and hyperness. Now all three of my boys have ADHD and they have a bunch of other issues as well, so they are more difficult than most, but laid back is a word that I have never thought of in terms of boys, lol. At least this boy will be more almost like an only child which should be a lot easier than three of them close together.

bpv101283

My son is enamored with his dad. They love talking about space - planets, stars, rocket ships... Dinosaurs, cars and boy stuff. They go to museums and read books together. It's a really special relationship, I love watching it. He comes to me for snuggles and boo boos. Sometimes it's tough for me that he prefers his dad for play and learning but I love that they are interested in similar things and have a great relationship. We do always remind him about manners and appropriate language and physical interactions with others, but would do the same with a girl. We let him have feelings and try to talk about emotions and let him be open.

My son is really independent and we just go with the flow with him. I am having a girl this time so not sure how it will differ yet.

melco19

I love love love raising my son, and I'm so excited to add my new little guy to the mix. Boys are so affectionate, curious, and busy! I couldn't imagine my life without my son. He is a HUGE mama's boy already and can't get enough of giving me hugs and kisses.

shelbydd

I'm a ftm but I have an 11 y/o step son and he's awesome, he's why I'm excited to be having a boy. I've been around since he was 4 and he's the most laid back kid.

TahoeAugust

Ha! I totally relate to that... When I got pregnant I spent a lot of time thinking about how I was raised and how I'd raise a child. How I'd support them and what I'd read to them - but not until we found out we'd be having a boy that it hit me... I've been picturing a "little me" all this time, and this boy thing kind of took me by surprise. I still want all of those things for a son  - love, support, learning and guidance but it suddenly occured to me that I'd have to consider everything from a completely different point of view, and it scared me a lot at first. I think I'm getting used to the idea though.  

ElleMF728

It will come naturally like PP's said.  Boys are tons of fun and I've become obsessed with all things dinosaurs, bugs and lizards lol.  I'm so excited to be having a second boy  

One piece of advice I will give you is to keep a burp cloth or extra cloth diaper handy during diaper changes at the beginning.  DS peed on us several times a day, in fact he was born peeing on me, the doctor and anyone else who happened to be in the danger zone.  

Jenten810

I absolutely love sweet baby boy. We have boy #2 on the way and I couldn't be more excited. You'll love every second of it!

I read this blog a few months ago and although my son's only 17 months, I can already appreciate these things: https://www.scarymommy.com/10-things-moms-of-boys-must-do/

ktbkitten

I didn't read anything about raising a boy. I am working on my second son now. My older son is 10 and is very easy and laid back. He is very sweet, loving, and gentle. I am excited to be raising another boy. Most of it just came naturally, but I don't think I would have read a book if it was a girl either. 

WDDCH

I had three girls before I had my boys. I didn't know what to expect lol. I do enjoy inspiring blog posts that I come across but beyond that I haven't read any books on sex-specific child-rearing.

Each gender is such a joy. Having boys is so much fun. They stomp and roar and make messes and make everything a weapon but it's all fun.

folc4evernaday

Lol. My sister said that to me with my second and I was like...what? Boys love hard and play hard. The toys are different and they're easier to keep clothed and they give big hugs that melt your heart. Potty training can be difficult but once it's done you're good to go. You'll be fine.

quincysmommy

I didn't read anything before having my son. I will tell you this, my son is a major mommas boy and loves to play. He is so enthusiastic and is happy literally all the time. He comes to momma when he wants to cuddle and just wants some loving. And when he wants to be all crazy and scream and play, he goes straight to daddy. At first I was nervous about how I would raise a boy but I've learned along the way. I do hate the fact that for boys clothes there isn't nearly as much as there is for girls.

nikkidavis421

Boys are awesome - everything truly will come natural. My son is so laid back. He can be quiet and reserved (sometimes) but he's also smart and has a great sense of humor. I was a single mom until I got married when he was 7 so he's a total momma's boy but he also loves doing things with DH like riding 4-wheeler, shooting guns, fixing things, etc. Him and my daughter are 9 years apart and he is the sweetest big brother to her and a lot of times, she prefers him to help her do things instead of me or DH. You'll do just fine (and you will LOVE) raising your boy

BrennaAW

Here's one I like: Raising Boys by Steve Biddulph. All in all just go with the flow and you'll be fine. It comes naturally. I love having a boy. I get to venture into girl world this time with this little babe in my belly. Xoxo

mill1020

Raising Cain: Protecting the Emotional Life of Boys by Dan Kindlon and Michael Thompson

TabulaRasa25

First time mom expecting a boy, here.  I grew up with twin brothers two years younger than I am, and have taught special education, mainly autism, for years, which disproportionately affects boys, so I have lots of pre-parenting experience with boys.  I'm looking forward to it...if anything, I feel more like a natural at handling boys than girls, since I just have more experience with it! 

smiversen

I really wanted a little girl, but am so glad I'll be having a boy cause I think I would be better boy mom! I was a tom boy growing up and still am. Wouldn't know how to do my little girls hair or teach them proper makeup techniques lol I also have three nephews which has prepared me. It's all boogers, farts, butt jokes, and yes they get little boners. You learn to ignore it. I'm a terrible auntie and laugh at the farting and butt jokes though lol! One of my sisters has taught her son to wipe off the toilet seat after he pees. It's awesome. I didn't even have to tell him to do it and he's 3. I do have one niece and love her to death but she is much more high maintenance already and she's only 1

barrelocarol

To say that I'm a germaphobe puts it lightly.

I think my husband is prepping me for a boy. Last night, I yelped bc I saw a lizard in the house. He grabbed Tupperware to catch the lizard and said we didn't need to wash it.

Luckily he didn't catch the lizard in that Tupperware. I told him I would have thrown it away regardless.

I'll train Sweet Boy to rescue Mommy from lizards...I just know it.