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[quote=Anonymous]I have three kids - one born in my 20s and the other two at 36 and 41.  I've been the youngest, and I've been close to the oldest. Both have their benefits but I wouldn't trade the experience of my unusual little family for anything!

I find that I approach relationships with other parents differently now that Im the older mom. I'm not looking for validation for me or my kid - I can figure that stuff without a circle of moms for feedback.  I can steer things a little more easily.  I can offer wisdom and an ear, but not get involved in other people's drama. I know how to provide help at a school without providing a tornado of righteousness along with it.  Look, it's a little different to be the older mom but you can just embrace it.  Be an older mom force for good, both for yourself and for the moms around you still figuring it out.  Focus on the right stuff, build less but deeper relationships, steer cleared of the petty stuff that might have seized you the first time and you can pass on this time.  I hope you decide to go for it.  [/quote]

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