When you’re in the thick of motherhood, the days can stretch on endlessly. From the hurried mornings to the evening routines of dinner, bath, and bedtime stories, it can feel overwhelming. However, there are certain things that can make our days smoother if only someone would offer them. Here are 17 things that moms, including those in my parenting circle, will never turn down.
- Letting Someone Else Make Decisions
From the moment you find out you’re expecting, motherhood is filled with choices: hospital or home birth? Work or stay at home? Extra time at the park, or takeout for dinner? If we could hand over all these decisions to a smart robot who thinks like us, we’d be overjoyed! - A Day Designed by Our Own Needs
Imagine a day where every plan is based on what we want, how much energy we have, and how hungry we feel. Sounds blissful, right? - Twenty Minutes of Time Stopped
Wouldn’t it be great if we could freeze time for just 20 minutes? Picture coming home after a long day and having a moment to decompress before tackling lunch boxes, shoes, and dinner prep. Just a little pause would be heavenly! - Someone Offering to Hold the Baby
A simple, “Can I hold the baby while you…?” is music to a tired mom’s ears. - Coffee in Bed at Dawn
How about someone waking up at the crack of dawn to get the kids up and bring us coffee when we’re finally ready to rise? (Okay, maybe this one is a fantasy.) - Friends Willing to Visit Us
It’s always nice when friends come over to hang out at our place instead of the other way around. - A Clean Car
Opening the car door shouldn’t mean an avalanche of old coffee cups and random items. Someone please take my car and give it a good cleaning! - A Latte Delivered to Our Door
When someone asks, “Can I bring you a latte?” it feels like winning the lottery. - Unlimited Shower Time
In the early days of motherhood, showers turned into a rush against the clock. Now, wouldn’t it be amazing to take a long, uninterrupted shower? - Help with Dishes After Dinner
A simple offer to tackle the dishes after dinner would be greatly appreciated. - Brushing Toddlers’ Teeth
It’s a small gesture, but someone offering to brush the little one’s teeth can be a lifesaver. - A Moment Without a To-Do List
As a planner, I often struggle to relax with a million tasks looming. A quiet moment without that nagging list would be pure bliss. - Filling Up the Gas Tank
Getting gas can be a hassle, especially with little ones in tow. If only someone would handle that for us! - Alone Time
Be it a moment to read, bathe, or even just organize, alone time is a treasure that every mom craves. - Partners Taking Kids Out
When our partners take the kids to their parents’ house without us, it feels like a mini-vacation. - Girls’ Weekend
Spending time with friends without the responsibilities of motherhood is a refreshing change. - Free Babysitting
This is the ultimate gift! While we know date nights are important, the added cost of a babysitter can be a bummer. Free babysitting is something we would never decline.
In summary, these 17 things are pure gold for busy moms seeking a little relief. If you’re interested in more parenting tips or insights, check out some of our other posts, like this one on home insemination kits. For those looking to boost fertility, Make A Mom provides excellent resources. And if you’re on a journey through pregnancy, the March of Dimes is a fantastic resource.