We've all heard the phrases. Enjoy it while it lasts. They grow up so fast. They're only little once. Ignore the laundry. Spend time with your child. The house doesn't need to be spotless. These phrases are all true, and well-meaning. I don't mean to contradict them entirely, but I found them frustrating and un-helpful in the beginning. Why? Let's break each one down, and talk through why it's true, and how we can use these phrases properly without letting them steal our joy

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