I’m writing today’s post to give you tips on how to beat tired mom syndrome and be the best mommy you can be. I bet you didn’t even know there was such a thing as tired mom syndrome. I didn’t realize it was a thing, but boy, is it real. Go to google and type in tired parent/mom syndrome, and you will see countless articles on this topic.
Table of contents:
- You can’t do it all
- There is no such thing as being a perfect parent
- Take a chill pill
- Find joy in the small things
What exactly is tired mom syndrome? If I had to put it into my own words. You feel like a mom zombie. All your energy and strength are zapped from your body due to tiredness and stress from day-to-day parenting. I am in no way a medical expert, but I have been creating ways to deal with fatigue and stress while being a better parent.
Do you find yourself going through the motions of parenthood? Are you tired and need a bolt of mommy energy and some tips to get through the next phase of mommyhood. Keep reading for more of the good stuff.
You can’t do it all
REPEAT after me, “ YOU CAN’T DO IT ALL.” This is something I struggle with even to this day. I get super obsessed with trying to be Wonder Woman. I like cleaning the house, cooking the meals, bathing the kids, and getting the family ready for the next day. It dawned on me that while trying to do everything, I was losing myself along the way. No wonder I was getting burned out.
MORE RELATED POSTS
Five insanely great ways to communicate with your toddler
Three tips on keeping your sanity as a mom and wife
I’ve repeated this time and time. Get help where you can. If you are married, break up the tasks between you and your spouse. If you are a single parent, see if family members or friends can step in and help.
Having someone who can assist you will prevent you from getting mommy burnout.
I know asking for help can be tricky. We don’t want to feel like we are burdening others with our children. You will be surprised how many people want to help you. It still shocks me how many people are willing to watch my little ones so that I can relax or have a date night out.
There is no such thing as being a perfect parent
Being a parent is hard enough. You don’t have to try to be perfect. Trying to be perfect will cause you to have mommy burnout faster than you can say mommy burnout. The kids will not always be squeaky clean, and the house will not always be spectacular. Relax and know that everything will be ok.
Stop scrolling on social media. Trying to reach unrealistic expectations as a mom takes a lot of you. You may feel like you aren’t doing enough as a parent when looking at pictures that make people seem perfect. Remember, social media paints a picture of things that are not always realistic.
You have to keep in mind that no two mommies are alike. Stop comparing yourself to other moms. You are unique. The cool thing about being a mom is that we all have something special to offer our children. What works for you and your child may not work for another mom.
Take a chill pill
The most important thing to remember is not to take yourself so seriously as a mother. While motherhood is important, find a moment to relax and catch up on extra rest when possible.
Whenever you feel burnout, take a walk or find ways to get out and get some fresh air. Get together with some mommy friends and let the kids play together. I’m huge on play dates. Trust me; this will help tremendously.
Play dates allow you to catch up with other mothers and exchange what is working and not working in the parenting world. Your kids get to blow off some steam while they play with each other.
All mommies should have a special place in their home where they can relax, even if it’s just for a few moments. Go into your prayer closet or take a nice hot bubble bath. Allow yourself to reset so you don’t get mommy burnout.
Things to help you relax:
some of my links are affiliate links. I do receive a commission when you make a purchase through them. It is at no additional cost to you!
NEED HELP FALLING INTO A RELAXING SLEEP
Find joy in the small things
We must find joy in the small things. When you feel stressed or overly worked, take a moment to think of how blessed you are to have beautiful children. Think about their smiles and how they light up a room. I love my kid’s personalities, and sometimes I lose sight of that when I’m tired and worn out.
Make great memories with your kids. You can pick one night out of the week to bake cookies or make homemade pizza. Just have fun and enjoy your children. Together we will beat tired mom syndrome.
Thanks for reading my post on how to beat tired mom syndrome. I know this topic can be serious, and I am not a medical professional. If you feel like your condition may be more serious, I suggest reaching out to a therapist or a medical professional in your area. Now go out into the world being a rocking mom.
If you liked today’s post, don’t forget to drop a comment. I would love to hear from my mommies out there. Let me know how you deal with tired mom syndrome.