As we shake off the remnants of holiday festivities, it’s that time of year again—New Year’s! The countdowns, the celebrations, the promises of self-improvement. But honestly, the pressure to be better can feel like just another weight on our already busy shoulders, especially for parents. Guilt can pile up fast, and I’m not about to add more to my plate.
This year, I’m opting for a different approach: an anti-resolutions list. Instead of focusing on what I should do, I’m going to pinpoint what I really don’t care about. Because let’s face it, if we spend our energy on trivial matters, we might run out of the things that truly deserve our attention.
Here are 25 things I won’t give a single thought about this year:
- My kids wearing shorts in the winter while everyone else is bundled up.
- The judgment from strangers worried my kids will catch a cold because of their attire.
- My son’s diet of nothing but cereal and apples for days on end.
- Fashion fads. My current style is all about comfy sweatpants.
- How you choose to feed your children. Breastfeeding in public? Go for it. Formula? No problem. Snacks at the DMV? You do you!
- The drama on social media. I’m all about that “unfollow” button this year.
- Celebrity moms bouncing back after childbirth. Honestly, I couldn’t care less.
- My kids glued to the TV for hours. Sometimes a good binge-watch is just what we need.
- What gifts your kid got for the holidays.
- What my kid didn’t receive.
- Kids being rude. They’re just kids!
- Parents who seem rude. They might just be having a tough day.
- Celebrating every silly holiday. Sorry, no glitter trails or Valentine’s treats here.
- Yelling. I’m not the perfect parent, and that’s perfectly fine.
- My son wearing the same superhero shirt multiple days in a row.
- Swearing in front of my kids. There are worse things in life!
- My older child teaching my younger one how to spell curse words. At least they’re learning!
- The wrinkles on my forehead my kids like to count. They’re just a badge of motherhood.
- Drinking too much coffee. Some days, it’s about survival.
- My kids seeing me cry. It’s okay for them to know I have feelings too.
- Crafting a perfect childhood. Imperfections are what make it special.
- Politely declining PTA invitations. No, thank you!
- Skipping out on moms’ nights for a cozy evening in. Sometimes you just need a little Golden Girls time.
- Pushing my kids to be the best at everything. Kindness is what truly matters.
- The pressure of being the perfect everything. Life’s too short for that nonsense.
This year, I’m embracing the advice I give my kids: just be you. The best you. That’s what really counts. For more insights and resources about parenting and home insemination, check out this helpful piece on home insemination and for a comprehensive guide, visit Make a Mom. Also, don’t forget to explore Rmany for even more great information on pregnancy and home insemination.
In summary, let’s prioritize what truly matters and let go of the trivial stressors. It’s about making space for the things that bring us joy and fulfillment.