Ask any parent of a boy and they’ll tell you: raising a son comes with its own particular joys. Yes, there are grass-stained knees and muddy runners by the back door, but that’s only part of the story. We asked MyKidsTime parents to share what they love most about raising a son, and their answers were funny, honest and genuinely heartwarming. Here’s what they told us.
“No drama…”
“Having someone you can always depend on, no drama, always strong. Wonderful!!”, Peter
“He’s reasonable. As in you can reason with him”, Bunty
“Every single thing 🙂 But really I love no attitudes, no drama.. I love my boys, so glad I have them and they have each other ♥”, Brenda
“The love between a mother and her sons is priceless. Love my boys. Love my girls too but OMG the drama”, Fenney
“I have 3 sons. Guys as a rule do not gossip except maybe talk about girls or men stuff. I’d rather talk to guys than gossip with a few girls ♥ “, Betty
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“The affection…”
“The affection…..boys are so much more affectionate”, Gemma
“He loves his mom”, Darcell
“More cuddles”, Nichola
“He loves his mama”, Terri
“He says I’m his best friend and the hugs n kisses xx”, Sharon
“The Love, The Loyalty, The Bond, The Friendship, The Everything..”, Lyndsey
“Hugs and kisses. And lots and lots of love 🙂 Plus you’re the only girl that matters for the first few years!”, Caroline
“I have 3 very different sons but so proud of each one of them. And of course they love their mumma!”, Audrey
“Their hugs and how they try to take care of you”, Denise
“Having a mummy’s boy 🙂 He’s turning 3 soon x”, Elaina
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“A smaller version of his Dad…”
“The best thing is…….he’s a smaller version of his dad…xx”, Cheetra
“Knowing he’ll be a man with manners and respect one day”, Cherlynn
“Love seeing him and his Dad doing things together and being best buddies x”, Sarah
“There is so much! He is so tenderhearted and I love watching him playing with his Teddy Bears and his Hot Wheels. He is for sure Daddy’s little son!”, Joshua
“I love that we get to do boys’ nights in and watch movies with popcorn 🙂 And I enjoy that I get to relive my childhood through my son again”, Jonathan
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“Everything…”
“Everything, my son has opened my eyes to a lot of things”, Angela
“Everything”, Erin
“I have 1 son and I wouldn’t be without him for anything, he has a brilliant sense of humour and is so kind and good natured. I love him to bits”, Barbara
“They travel in teams, so your house is always full of their friends. Love their unique aroma…grass/mud/sweat, with a dressing of deodorant when they get older!”, Denise
“I love how my son has made me a walking encyclopedia of football facts, Minecraft and a Lego master builder!”, Marie
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Over to you! Are you a parent of a boy? What’s your favourite thing about raising a son? Let us know in the comments below.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best thing about raising a son?
There’s no single answer — parents mention the strong bond, the affection, the easy-going nature, and the closeness sons often share with both parents. Most of all, it’s the relationship you build together that changes and deepens as they grow.
Are boys really less dramatic than girls?
Every child is different, but many parents describe sons as straightforward and easy to reason with. It’s a generalisation rather than a rule — some boys are dramatic, some girls are laid-back — but it’s a common theme in what parents shared with us.
How can I bond with my son?
Shared time matters more than any particular activity — whether that’s kicking a ball around, building Lego, watching a film together, or just chatting about their day. Consistency and genuinely listening go a long way, whatever stage they’re at.
Does the bond with a son change as he gets older?
Yes, it naturally evolves. The cuddly toddler years give way to a different kind of closeness in the teenage years, but the affection and loyalty parents describe here tend to stay, even as it looks different on the outside.
Related Reading
- 20 Things a Mother Should Tell Her Son
- 28 Reasons You Know Your Mum To a Son
- 10 Important Pieces of Advice to Give Your Teenage Son
- The Best Things About Raising a Daughter
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