3 Ways Motherhood Might Be Helping You Live Longer

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A recent study suggests that taking two-minute breaks to stand up and move around can significantly lower your risk of early death by almost a third, according to The New York Times. As a busy parent, I often find myself longing for those uninterrupted moments of sitting still, a luxury that feels like a distant memory. The moment I settle down, my kids pounce on the opportunity. “Can you take me to the park? Can we bake cookies? Can we play a game?” The interruptions never end. Yet, it turns out these little ones might just be extending my life. Here are a few more ways motherhood may be good for our longevity.

Unintentional Dieting

I can hardly recall the last time I enjoyed a meal at home without being interrupted a dozen times. “I need a fork!” “Where’s the cheese?” “Can you help me with my homework?” And just as I finally get a bite of food, it’s cold, and I’ve lost my appetite. If by some miracle I manage to keep my food hot, my kids believe my dinner is just a buffet for them. So, while I might not be eating much, I guess I’m saving calories in the chaos.

Mandatory Sobriety

I reminisce about the days when I could pour myself a glass of wine after work and enjoy it over dinner. Those days are long gone. Now, while I juggle homework help and dinner prep, I’m too busy to indulge. Evening activities—like sports, dance classes, and PTA meetings—require me to stay sober. I still pour that glass of wine at night, but I rarely finish it before drifting off on the couch.

Involuntary Exercise

Spending time with my son means engaging in one sport or another—soccer, hockey, you name it. He loves to challenge me to shoot at the goal, and there’s always some game going on that requires my involvement. Whether it’s kickball or tag, I’m getting a workout without even trying.

If all this craziness is keeping me around longer, I’m all for it. I can picture my future as the energetic grandmother living it up in Florida, napping while standing by the shuffleboard court.

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In summary, while motherhood is often exhausting, it inadvertently promotes a healthier lifestyle. The constant movement, kitchen chaos, and lack of personal time may actually be contributing to our longevity. So, here’s to all the moms out there—may we thrive in this beautiful chaos!