Motherhood is already a distinct journey for a woman. It is transformative, not only in the physical appearance but also the overall health in general. This chapter of a woman's life is filled with countless moments of love, care, discovery, and a lot to mention which made us amazed and appreciate the life that we have and we give. Among these cherished moments and experiences with our child, one of the simple acts that stand out, yet have profound meaning as parents, is buying toys for the little one.
It was last Saturday around four o'clock in the afternoon that we decided to go to Metro Danao City to look for and buy some toys for our son. It's been a while since we bought toys for him. Most of his toys were hand-me-down already. Hehehe!
We went directly to the second floor where the toys section was located. Our eyes were amazed by the various toys being displayed that would undoubtedly catch the attention of the children who shop.
After around fifteen minutes of carefully thinking and selecting what toys to buy that would align with his interests now, we made a decision. We just bought two toys for him.
The Power of Play and Its’ Educational Aspect
“Toys are children’s words and play is their language” – Garry L. Landreth
As parents, we have collective factors as to why we chose these two toys.
First - the big bus toy, has a triple purpose. The toy bus is designed to have rods on both sides. It has big beads made up of round shapes or an abacus style on the right side that can be used for counting and square-shaped beads about letters and numbers for identification purposes. On the top of the bus or the "roof part", it has holes carved of different shapes that can be used for recognizing and matching the shapes then dropped it. In short, it was an educational toy. It was about time that we slowly introduced to him the numbers, letters, and shapes. This toy was a good choice because it provided exploration and learning for him. Hehehe!
Second – the battery toy. Once it was turned on, it moved and ignited a light. Way back when we were attending a birthday party, he saw a toddler like him too, bringing a toy that illuminated a light. After a couple of seconds, his direction was going on the toddler's place, and kept on babbling. Hahahaha! And got it! We knew it. He wanted to get the toy and good thing we were able to borrow it because they were just our relatives on my husband's side. His toddler didn't react because he enjoyed his food. Hehehe!
When it was about time to go home, we thought of ways to return the toy without him noticing it. We triumphantly returned it later on……., a yowled sound disturbed everybody in the venue. He yowled and yowled inside the car until he fell asleep. A mother's heart felt sensitive again. I got pity on my little one. That incident was the reason why we bought it. It was catchy for little one's eyes and so that he could have a toy like that too. Hehehe! Fortunately, he also appreciated it.
As a mother, we need to select toys that align with our child's developmental milestones. I know that it would have a memorable impact on them and it becomes a rewarding mission for parents seeing a happy child making memories with his toys. Hehehe!
Toys are not just simple materials for children's happiness. For them, it holds a special place in their hearts. Why do I say so? Because my child slept with his car toy. Hahaha! Since a mother is the child’s first playmate, teacher, and confidant, then we need to choose toys that share moments of discovery and play. This is the way of strengthening the mother-child bond and creating memories that last a lifetime.
Then after cuddling my little son, I got teary-eyed sometimes. Overthinking and realizing! How I wish he could just stay forever like a toddler. We can play anytime with him. I know that as days come by, the deep and genuine connection that reflects the reality of love, trust, and attachment will no longer be the same as he grows, makes his decisions, and meets new friends. ☹
Moreover, I just want to remind him that no matter what he goes through in life we are always his constant. We are always his best friends, allies, and best-supporting system that he can rely on and trust more than anyone and anything.
In this beautiful tapestry of motherhood, cherished moments are the thread of joy, love, and growth. It is a gem that can be kept forever.
That’s all for my blog today. My sincerest thanks for taking the time to read and support my blog, until next time. See you!
