My mom was always the first one up in our house. She’d start her day before the sun rose, making breakfast for the whole family, including our two cats, and then tackle the monumental task of getting us all out of bed. I have to admit—as a young kid, I took it for granted. But now, as an adult, I see the incredible dedication and love it took to keep our lives running smoothly.
Every mom deserves to know that her hard work is appreciated and that she’s not alone in her efforts. Luckily, the Instagram page ‘Mom Whine Repeat’ offers just that by sharing mom memes that capture raising children’s true ups and downs. So take that well-deserved break and enjoy some of their best posts below! More info: Facebook | X | Pinterest Anne’s honesty about her personal experiences is what resonates with her audience. She often shares stories about her youngest son, who has sensory processing disorder, sensory eating problems, speech delays, and fine motor deficits. “He pushes me to my limits daily and makes me rise up to be a stronger person than I ever thought possible,” she says. “Motherhood is absolutely nothing like I was expecting,” she admits. “Things are the complete opposite of how I envisioned them! But damn if it isn’t the best thing that’s ever happened to me.” Despite the chaos and the loss of her once-organized life, Anne says she’s found a resilience and confidence she never could have imagined. This isn’t surprising either, as moms often take on the majority of mental labor in caring for their families. In fact, 78% of women report putting their family’s health needs before their own, sometimes even prioritizing their pets over their personal issues. “Everywhere you turn on the internet, there’s someone telling you that you need to practice more self-care. ‘Take care of yourself,’ ‘Take some me time,’ ‘Prioritize you!’ ‘Take breaks!’” she writes. “Sure, it sounds like a great idea, but in the world of moms, it feels like a far-off dream. Practicing self-care, especially if you don’t have a support system, is beyond difficult.” In the end, whatever form of self-care you choose to practice, no matter how big or small, will help you enjoy your life as a woman and as a mom. “Prioritizing yourself is being a good mom, and it’s modeling to your kids how they too should treat themselves. Remember, you can’t pour from an empty cup.” Follow Bored Panda on Google News! Follow us on Flipboard.com/@boredpanda! Please use high-res photos without watermarks Ooops! Your image is too large, maximum file size is 8 MB.
