Tell me about your lovely son?

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Just found out I'm having a boy 💙 and while delighted, I'm struggling to imagine what it will be like parenting a son.

I know this is ridiculous as I knew there was a 50/50 chance of baby being a boy.

We are a same sex couple and already have a DD. All his cousins are female and our friends with kids have all have girls so the little guy will grow up surrounded by women.

Please tell me about your lovely boys? They aren't too different to girls right? I'm a bit scared!

I felt like u when I found out but he's now 18 months and the total light of my life. Second time round I'd love a girl but if not 2 boys will be fine. My little guy is amazing. So cute. I can't explain but he is just the best and I'm soo. Love with him

Mine are grown up now but I have a DD and a DS and I have 2 DGS and a DGD. They are all the same as babies and actually it's easier to change a little boys nappy as you don't have to worry about which way you wipe and it's much easier for little boys to wee in the park if they need to suddenly.
Re personality they are all different but that comes down to personality not whether they are girls or boys. My son is a lovely, sensitive caring man. He likes football but also theatre and music. All of my GC are funny. Intelligent, loving cuddly little people.
Enjoy your little boy.

I'm from a family of all girls and wanted a girl because I understood them but my GOD nothing prepares you for the love you feel for a boy. It's totally different and blows you away.

You will love it. I promise you. My DSs make me laugh til I cry and then give the BEST cuddles.

My boy is now 23 and I had no idea what being a mother to a boy would be like.
It's is wonderful, surprising, he has always been really affectionate and enjoyable company and we still have the most wonderful conversations.
They can be a bit of a nightmare to get out of bed in the teenage years. They need support and encouragement.
Without a doubt you will love him and look at him in wonder.

I have a girl and two boys. My daughter is the eldest so I was a bit nervous when I found out number 2 was a boy. My boys are now 19 and 15 and are both lovely. I’m sure your boy will be gorgeous x

I have 2 (no girls) and they’re great.

I've got 2 boys and 2 girls. Eldest boy is 11 and youngest boy is 2. My eldest is a smart kid, very laid back, popular, studious but also likes to have fun. Enjoys homework and reading but also a good gamer.
My youngest is very sensitive and cuddly, always likes reassurance. He didn't really like anyone but me while he was a baby and wanted to always be held, the same as my eldest.
Although my girls are loving and cuddly too, they seem to be quite a bit more independent. I don't think there are massive difference between either sex to be honest.

Please tell me about your lovely boys?

My ds is my 3rd, he is incredible, funny, and adored.

They aren't too different to girls right?

In my experience, no they aren't.
(I have 2 girls and a boy)

my GOD nothing prepares you for the love you feel for a boy. It's totally different and blows you away.

I don't get this at all?!

I have a DD and a DS, baby and toddler-wise it was not at all different, they were both pretty easy.

DS was later to everything than DD (walking, talking in sentences, out of nappies) but ultimately that may be more about some attention/development issues.

He is 8 now and very loud and very non-stop but also very funny and so loving

my GOD nothing prepares you for the love you feel for a boy. It's totally different and blows you away

Are you saying you love your boys more than your girls?

My love for my boy is exactly the same as that for my girls.

I have a DD18 and a DS14.
From the day she was born DD has been fierce feisty independent and definitely not cuddly. She ROARS her way through life and although she's exhausting(!) I admire her strength and drive. I'm immensely proud of her.
DS couldn't be more different. He's cuddly (yay!) very laid back,takes everything in his stride, always considers other people's opinions and feelings and loves him mum!
He can totally handle his roaring sister and we joke that he'd make a good hostage negotiator as he's been in training all his life 😬
I'm immensely proud of him too.
Enjoy every moment OP and congratulations 😊

Although hes still so young and just over a year and a half he is the sweetest little boy but also the cheekiest little boy. He will climb or do something I just told him not to do but then he'll come over and give me a big hug and a kiss to say sorry. With boys it's all about letting them explore and keeping them busy. I wouldn't change him for the world and he is definitely a mama's boy. He also likes to be quite independent and knows exactly what he wants and when he wants it. When I found out I was pregnant I secretly wanted a girl but that's because I didn't know much about little boys and how to handle them, now I'm so glad hes a boy and wouldn't have it any other way, if he cries there's a valid reason, if he falls he just gets back up and gets on with his day unless he's really hurt himself. Congratulations and I hope he brings you endless amounts of joy and happiness

I sincerely hope you don't have a daughter Legomad.

Boys can be just wonderful.

I have an absolutely amazing version. He is kind, empathetic, sensitive, caring, thoughtful, funny and an amazing friend to his buddies. If we're watching a movie with an emotional (sad or happy story line), he'll be the one sobbing, not DD!

However, I see other boys his age, and can tell I struck the jackpot. He and his friends are all delightful. Some other boys - not so much.

Likewise, with girls, really.

Ohh, I should know by now not to click on these threads.

They make me so 😬 😓 for girls - either some posters daughters, or their future daughter-in-laws.

My DS is 9 ... It's all Super Heroes, Mud & Always On The Move! The only time he is sitting still is when he eats, sleeps or gaming.

All the boys in my family are wonderful - sensitive, caring, funny and supportive.

Two big boys here.

My eldest is tall, sporty, clever and gorgeous. He's 15, and comes looking for me if he hasn't seen me for an hour or so, just for a cuddle.

My littlest is artistic, poetic, musical, and calls me "Mumny Snuggles".

Never had a row or cross word with them. I'd have boys any day.

If we're watching a movie with an emotional (sad or happy story line), he'll be the one sobbing, not DD!
I was JUST coming on to say exactly that about my boy. He’s 5, and it’s he who sobs when the theatre in Sing falls down, or when an animal gets hurt in a film. He’s just started doing it, and it’s so endearing. He’s also very boysy, but when he was a baby, he would look at me like I was his whole world, which DD never did.

I promise you will love him fiercely and it will all be fine.

You will need a pile of rags for nappy changing as they pee everywhere. That’s the main difference really.

I have 2 boys and 1 girl. Both my boys are waaaay more loving than my daughter. Both boys are very rough and tumble kids but my eldest son (8) still often stops what he's doing and comes to give me a quick cuddle before he darts off again. He refuses to go into his school line without giving me a kiss and when his mates asked why he still kisses me, he replied.. 'ermmmm cos I love my mum, durrr' he's one of the popular lads at school so I was worried that holding mums hand, goodbye kisses etc would stop as he's got older like it did with my daughter (9) but both he and my youngest (5) are showing no signs. My boys both greet me each morning with a compliment (even if I look like a troll with bed hair) and they even surprise their teachers with them too for example noticing if theyve made an effort with their hair or changed purfumes and complimenting them on it.. Don't get me wrong, My daughter is an amazing little woman. I have come to terms with the fact that she isn't as outwardly loving as her brothers and learnt to appreciate her own ways of showing her respect and appreciation of others but i have to admit, im glad my boys prefer a snuggle to crafting and writing stories so i get the best of both worlds :)

Congrats btw

I have two wonderful sons, I wouldn’t have changed it for the world, they are 18 & 16 now and they are just lovely. Many congrats OP.

I have 3 boys (and a girl) and I adore them all obviously, but honestly, boys are fab. Mine are almost 16,12 and 10 now, and are funny, affectionate, helpful and brilliant to be with. My 16 yo has his moments of sarcasm and eye rolling teenager-hood, but it's rare! Boys are brilliant, but, like puppies, need a lot of food, fresh air and exercise

I have 2 lovely sons age 10 and 14. They are just the best. They are both very loving and cuddly. My youngest says that I am the most beautiful woman in the world and they both wrote me a card last week telling me I am a fabulous mum. They both love hugs, cuddles and kisses. They love to cook together and are always making cakes and sometimes dinner. They are so kind, generous and compassionate. I am very lucky. They are so much fun when they are small. Boys always love their mums loads.

Congratulations! I have one of each and my boy is far more sensitive and huggy than my daughter. He is 2 years older than DD but wants lots of help with basic things, even though he can easily do them, just to have some time with me or his dad. He's very kind and generous, would share anything with anybody without being prompted, and very creative. When he was younger he always chose colourful, sparkly bright pink 'girly' things, but I've noticed since he started school he's picking more 'boy' toys and colours which makes me worry about other gender stereotypes he might face as he gets older. I'll still always give him the choice and hope that he feels he can have what he actually likes and not just what other boys at school have. Of course it's not all brilliant, we have trying times, but he makes me so happy every day.

Please tell me about your lovely boys?

I have 2 boys. One is 6th form and one is 10. I also have a DD. To say I worship the ground they walk on is an understatement. They’re very different to one another but equally as amazing. My eldest is such wonderful company, he’s mature and clever and polite and friendly. He’s smart and interested and bloody obsessed with football and it’s not wearing off as he gets older, it gets worse as do the sulks when his team lose.

My little one is the sunshine of my life, sweet, affectionate, funny and straightforward. He’s interested in everything and he literally lights up my life

They aren't too different to girls right?
They’re so different but that’s ok. As toddlers I always said they were like dogs, they needed feeding and walking and so long as they ate, run around and slept they were happy. Neither could sit quietly and chill where as my DD was perfectly happy pottering about.

As teens, in my experience they’re so much easier. It’s all very simple, their friendships are straight forward, any fall outs are quickly resolved but they are rubbish at sending texts. I get 1 word answers where as my DD sends me essays and is in touch every 3 seconds with the minutiae of her life.

Boys are amazing, my DD is amazing and we are extremely close but I can only handle one of her, girls are emotionally exhausting i would have 100 boys