Poems about parenting

I saw a young mother With eyes full of laughter And two little shadows Came following after. Wherever she moved, They were always right there Holding onto her skirts, Hanging onto her chair

This poem was inspired by the busyness of motherhood. It’s written from the child’s perspective as a gentle plea to slow down and steward their little hearts while they are still in our care.

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I heard this poem on a Mother’s Day reel. And when I heard the end of the poem, I fell in love. I have had an empty 11×14 frame in our hallway next to my…

Touching and inspiring poem about parenting by Diana Loomans

"The Last Time" is a beautiful and touching poem-- written by an unknown author-- about parenting and the fleeting nature of time.