Mother Knows Best...Wait, What?!

I’ve always heard the saying “Mother knows best,” in movies and in real life. I never questioned the statement before ( teen years not included) until now. I have never done this whole parenting thing which is fine because every parent has a first time and most people survive it, but do I really know whats best? I play a recap (in my mind) of my daily routine (yeah, we shall call it a routine) and realize some people may be horrified.. Most new moms are soothing and will be quite and gentle to get their infant to relax and sleep. I am not that new mom. Often Carter has one part of the day where he does this “fake” cry.. The first time it happened I didn’t notice but my amazing husband ( he really is amazing) pointed it out and it opened a whole new door for me. The next day during this “fake” cry instead of trying sooth him I copied his cry with the same volume and inflection. There I was with my infant having a screaming/cry match face to face ( must have looked amazing) and I realized that he was stopping.. Neat. I can be loud and sooth him. Now when this “fake” cry arises I don’t hesitate I pick up the child and put his face near mine and make a lot of noise. Knowing what is best may be a stretch for me BUT I apparently I know what works for the my child. So no worries if you swing by and hear screaming.. we are fine,  we are just on our way to relaxation..