Has being a parent changed your sensitivity

GASuzuki

to loud noises?

I think maybe it has for us. Yes, although a full-on drawn-out tantrum may aggravate me, children whining and babies crying don't affect me anymore. We went to Olive Garden the other day and were placed in what was obviously the family room. There were tons of babies and toddlers. It didn't affect me at all. It was nice to be able to relax among people who understand baby rage.

Still, my DH and I felt bad for the couples eating along the wall. Ha ha!!!

Mrs.Beans

It makes me want to go help.  We don't eat out with DD very much, but I've been in Target or the grocery store with her when she's had a meltdown before, and I sure could have used another set of hands, lol.  Now when I hear it happening to someone else I want to go offer to hold/bounce/entertain the baby while they finish grabbing their stuff.

DG1

IDK. We went to a birthday party this weekend, and there was a VERY whiny 5 year old there.  I was certainly aware of it and felt like he needed to be taken home immediately. (His mom did take him home shortly thereafter.)

I'm a little more accommodating about some things, but mostly I still think parents should try to plan around their kids' tired/cranky times and judge accordingly.

mrskadams

Oh yeah.  Beofre kids I would do the eyeroll thing.  Now, I just think, "That poor mom."

Fish4Fun

I'm think I'm even more sensitive to sound, mostly because I'm more easily annoyed by living things other than my DD.  I could easily become a full-on raging mother bear.

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TrinaKay

mrskadams:

Oh yeah.  Beofre kids I would do the eyeroll thing.  Now, I just think, "That poor mom."

This. If it is an older child, maybe 3 or 4, sometimes I will walk by on purpose and let them look at DD. They love little babies at that age. I have been thanked on more than one occasion!

little__bit

I am much more comfortable in "family" restaurants.  I can relax more easily because I'm confident my son isn't going to annoy the pants off other patrons.

When I see parents having a tough time, especially Moms without another adult, I want to help them.  I'm much more aware of the help other parents might need, whether it's having someone open a door or help pushing a shopping cart.