Tattoo Ideas: Children, Kids, Parents, Motherhood
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Mother is God in the eyes of a child.
There is perhaps no greater love that exists in the world than the love shared between mother and child. How often have we heard that love isn't logical, that it bends not to reason or rationalization? Love isn't brains--it's blood. When two people commune with their bodies to create a child, they are doing something that can never again be replicated in quite the same way. The exact combination of color and skin is unique only to the child you bear. Once formed, the mother carries her child around inside her for nine months, providing food and shelter, nourishing, growing, helping, loving. And when the baby emerges healthy, wailing at the top of his lungs as he takes his first breath and he and his mother meet eye to eye for the first time, there is a connection formed in that instant that can never be broken.
I have seen people turn their lives around for the sake of a child. I have seen teenagers who were mere children themselves instantly become adults when pregnancy occurred, unplanned, while they were still in high school. I have seen women take the high road time and time again, choosing to give up their previous plans and rewrite the script of their life when a baby comes along. My own mother became pregnant with me when she was eighteen-years old, just about to graduate high school. She was unmarried and not engaged at the time, and though her boyfriend pushed for abortion, saying he'd stay with her if she did, she gathered up inner resources she didn't even know she had and pushed him right out the door. She raised me on her own with the help of my grandparents, and because of this the bond that we share is unbreakable.
Is it any wonder that "Mom" tattoos are so popular? What better way to artistically honor the woman who gave you life? Likewise, it is common for parents, mothers and fathers alike, to celebrate the birth of their children by inking their baby's name or birth date some place on their skin. There will always be the traditional name tattoos, which are beautiful in and of themselves. But parents are constantly coming up with more and more unique methods of devoting a section of skin to the children they created. Here are some of the many ways of doing so.
Images: bmezine.com
BABY FOOTPRINTS
LETTERING
INITIALS
KANJI
KIDS' DRAWINGS
HEARTS
ZODIAC SIGNS
PORTRAITS
MISCELLANEOUS
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I really like the circle of love tattoo. Cool!
These are great. I have the names of my three boys tattooed on my arm. The font looks like kanji at first glance but it's actually in English. Maybe I could send you a picture to include on your great hub.
These are GREAT tats my favs are the angles in the hand alsum n the potraits Wow!!
Love the blog. True facts.
Love this hub!! I hav a daughter named Amanda and have been trying to get ideas as to where to have her name tattooed on myself. Thanks!
Wow, that's dedication!
i have a tattoo for my 3yearold son. so its a great feeling to do something like yhat , so it can remind you of them . great looking tats. they are all pretty
id think it be odd if my mom had a tramp stamp with my nam on it
I have 3 kids and I would love some ideas for a tatoo. I thought of 3 nautical stars or just names!
HELP.... it's been to long
I'm looking for idea's
I want my son's name done, and his birthday. Perferibly behind my ear.
I have a butterfly with my son's name down the middle as the body as a memorial to him.
My husband is looking to tattoo our 2 daughters names in Elvish but we cant find the translations ANYWHERE! If there's anyone that could help it would be hugely appreciated :) biancag@treoc.com.
This page is awesome, it gave me a ton of ideas. I have two little ones and am looking for something perfect to idolize them. Thank you!
I REALLY LIKE THE TATTOOS OF THE FOOTPRINTS AND THE NAME AND BIRTHDATE OF THE CHILD!!!!!MY CHILD IS DUE SOON AND I WOULD REALLY LIKE TO GET ONE OF THOSE!!!!! ALSO THE HEARTS WITH ALL THE NAMES IN IT WAS VERY INTERESTING ALSO!!!!!!!
I have my first sons named tattooed on my ankel. Because I wasnt planning on having another i was fine with just a name. But, my second son came along and now thanks to this site i found the perfect way to incorpirate both names together and it wont be tacky! awesome!
this is a great idea to do! ive been lookin for a tattoo dedicted just for my daughter and it helps to know that there someone there who knows how important! thanks for the ideas!
I just had my third daughter and looking for a symbol to connect all three. Anyone have ideas or websites. I should say that my right leg is done in tribal and just looking for possible suggestions on a design. Thanks.
i think the one written in his daughters handwritting is cute. and the one of his daughter(the one in pigtails) is cute too!
im looking for a goodmtattoo with my baby's name
im looking for a goodmtattoo with my baby's name
Great designs! I'm trying to decide what tattoo to get for my newborn son....but I'm a little worried since I plan to have more kids. I don't want to get anything too big...then have to do the same thing again & again. Love the initials; simple, but nice!
good tattoos there a brill
all these ideas are good but im still having a hard decision on choosing a unique tattoo for my daughter Kiara Tayalor
Justice... I have a similar problem, I want something original and which shows my love for my daughter
I have the same problem. My daughter is 3 and I plan on having another but I want to get her name on either my calf of upper arm. I wish she could write cuz I would have her do it in her handwriting, those were cute as hell
some are shit house but some are good too. I like most
Holy crap you included my tattoo... I'm the last one, with the film reel.. haha I want royalties!!! I plan on adding my son to it when I get some cash... maybe I'll send you an updated pic someday!!
I think based on the elvish request I'd like to have my kids names done in klingon...does that make me cool?
that was great, thanks! i want to make my first tattoo.. much-loved daughetr -> kanji on my arm. i think it'll be great
Like the one with the heart with the angel wing and cross with the names inside the banners...really cool. May be a possibility...all are very nice.
I have been looking for the perfect tattoo for my 1st grandbabi- Kaylor who was born on 9/11/08.. She is our lil miracle... I had wanted one before with a cross w/rosary but LOVE the one above with the heart, wings & rosary.. That would combine all.. GREAT IDEAS!!
have a son and was wondering what to and were to put my tatt.... love the banners might just do that thanks.......
I thought I was the only one with the idea of my baby's footprints tattoed on me! That is the coolest thing! I also got some other nice ideas from these pics! Thanks
i like all of them
uh... jus in case, the name in barcode, isnt barcode or a name.. they're trigrams of the i ching
i like the picture of thifty momma. she's hot and im sure gives good head
hey i love all these tattos they r really cool!!!
These tattoos are to original Im looking for something a little more beautiful.
Looking for quote or phrase for love between mother & child or something to say how much I love ma kids! Help pls !!!!!!
i really love the heart with one wing im thinking about getting that one for my sense she past..and i really love the star and the heart with the wing too cute
i cant believe a mother would tatoo her childs name above her a$$ what a freakin retard thats like saying think of my kid as you a$$f*ck me what a freakin retard whore
be wise ypu are obviously not very wise.....
What a cruel judgemental thing to say,
I dont think this site was set up for people wanting to make cruel nasty comments,
And before u ask....No i dont have my kids name in that spot mine is on the upper back....but u really shouldnt be so cruel
taylorblue says:
2 years ago
THese are really good ideas...I have one on me...kanji on my arm that says mom, daughter and son....