From baby giggles to tidy homes: The top 20 parenting wins that keep new parents going

Parenting Triumphs That Keep New Parents Smiling

A recent survey of 1,000 new parents has revealed the small victories that make the tough journey of parenthood worthwhile. From your baby flashing a smile to finally getting them to sleep through the night, these wins can brighten even the most challenging days. Let’s dive into the top 20 parenting wins that bring joy to new parents:

  • When the baby smiles at me (47 per cent)
  • The baby sleeping through the night (47 per cent)
  • When the baby giggles (40 per cent)
  • Them finding joy in eating something new (36 per cent)
  • Them eating all of their food without complaint (36 per cent)
  • A stranger commenting on how cute they are (34 per cent)
  • When they are looking at the camera for a picture (31 per cent)
  • Keeping the house tidy for an entire day (29 per cent)
  • When they’ve had a good day at nursery/with childminder (or other carer) (28 per cent)
  • Making a cup of tea and drinking it hot (without having to reheat it) (28 per cent)
  • When there isn’t much clearing up to do after they’ve eaten (28 per cent)
  • When people compliment the name you chose for the baby (27 per cent)
  • Finding a convenient place to change a nappy when out in public (27 per cent)
  • A day when the nappies didn’t leak (26 per cent)
  • Getting through the first illness (26 per cent)
  • Nailing the nap schedule (25 per cent)
  • Successfully managing ‘the transition’ from the car seat to the cot when they’re asleep (24 per cent)
  • Simply washing my hair on any given day (24 per cent)
  • The first outing without meltdowns (24 per cent)
  • Simply finishing a day without bursting into tears (24 per cent)

Through these small accomplishments, parents find immense pride and a sense of success in their parenting journey. Even though parenting can be more challenging than expected, these little wins help parents navigate through tough times. So here’s to all the new parents out there celebrating the small victories that make the journey of parenthood truly special.