proud parent
Boastful mom or dad
A proud parent is someone who takes evident satisfaction in their child's accomplishments or qualities.
The phrase often carries a hint of self-congratulation or excessive boasting: He's such a proud parent—won't stop showing everyone the report card.
Proud parent bumper stickers and social media posts announce achievements to the world, sometimes inviting gentle mockery for their ubiquity.
- beamingSmiling very broadly
- dotingExcessively affectionate toward
- boastfulGiven to self-praise
- milestoneNotable event marking progress
- school playAmateur stage production at educational institution
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