Being a mom is one of the hardest jobs in the world. You are responsible for another human life and you want to do everything you can to protect them and give them the best life possible. There is so much to do in so little time.
We beat ourselves to provide the best to everyone and put ourselves in the back burner.
Especially, if you are a new mom, you want to do it all and you want it all to be perfect. But in this race to be a perfect mom, don’t forget yourself.
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Here are five life lessons that I think every mom should know.
I learnt some life lessons in my motherhood journey which I would like to pass on.
1. Appreciate Yourself
As a mom, we put in a lot of efforts. We might not get external validations all the time as people think that it is our duty as a mom. But we know how much hard work we put in everyday to raise our kid. You are doing an amazing job, even on the days when you feel like you’re failing. Give yourself grace and pat yourself on the back for the day that you went through.
2.Be well informed
There is so much information out there about parenting, and it can be tough to sift through it all. But it’s important to be well informed about the decisions you make for your child. There are so many resources available to mothers these days, and it’s important to take advantage of them.
If you are an expecting mom or a new mom, gather all the information from the right sources about postpartum checkup, breastfeeding, newborn care. Do not fall for elderly advise that does not align with your parenting principles.
No matter what your parenting style is, you can find information to help you be the best parent you can be. Read books, talk to other parents, and research online to make sure you are up-to-date on the latest parenting information.
3.Do not let Bullies affect You
We teach our younger ones and kids to not tolerate bullying but we fall in the trap and don’t even realize it. As a mom, your body undergoes a lot of changes. Let your body take time to recover. Do not let people tell you how you look and when should you lose weight. Keep your sassy replies ready for such people.
4.Focus on happiness
It’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day grind and forget what’s important to you. But’s it is important to remember that you should be your number one priority as you cannot pour from an empty cup. Make list of the little things that make you happy and put it up on your fridge. Going for a walk, watching an episode of your fav show, drinking tea in your garden, painting, dancing, cooking, joining back work. Make them a part of your daily routine rather than classifying them as hobbies and procrastinating them. Remember A happy Mom raises a happy Child.
5. Do not try to be a Perfect Parent
Perfect Parent/Mom is a myth. It is a term coined by people to hide their own insecurities. The definition of perfect is different for each individual and you cannot fit in all. No one is perfect, and parenting is a learning process. Don’t beat yourself up if you make a mistake, just learn from it and move on. We all make mistakes, and that’s okay. Our children will understand and forgive us. What’s important is that we try our best and show our children that we love them, no matter what. Never compare yourself with another parent. You never know what they might be going through.
I hope these lessons help you as you navigate motherhood. Remember, you are not alone. There are other moms out there who are going through the same thing. Lean on them for support and advice.
Parenting is hard, but it is also one of the most rewarding experiences you will ever have. So hang in there mommies and enjoy the ride!
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Disclaimer: The views expressed in the article are solely based on author’s experience. Please do not consider it as professional advice.