"The old adage is true: Having children changes everything. How I spend my time and make decisions is different than it was a few years ago. When I became a mother, I expected changing diapers and sleepless nights, losing the spontaneity of being able to go out for ice cream at 9 p.m. on a Tuesday or to enjoy a leisurely Saturday afternoon away from home at a football game. I hoped that I’d have fun with my children and that even though I wouldn’t be a perfect parent, that my parenting skills would grow with experience."

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