Meet our new favorite mom friend, folks. She’s not just funny; she’s refreshingly honest. We dare you to watch her videos and not feel an instant connection. This is the kind of woman we all need in our lives.
Meet Jenna, the voice behind the Facebook page The Real Mom Diaries. With a blended family of five kids, she’s a seasoned pro at navigating the wild world of motherhood while giving a big “screw you” to the concept of perfection. Recently, she posted a video titled “That Time I Wore My Pajamas to the Grocery Store,” which, while hilarious, dives into so much more than just one comical incident.
Sure, her pajama story is relatable and laugh-out-loud funny, but it’s Jenna’s heartfelt insights on motherhood that truly resonate. Throughout the video, she emphasizes that perfection is an illusion, despite the curated lives we see splashed across Instagram and Facebook. That size two model gracing your feed? Just a heavily edited version of reality. It’s crucial we don’t fall into the trap of comparing ourselves to that.
When we chatted with Jenna about why women still chase unrealistic standards, she shared, “It’s shoved in our faces day in and day out. Social media, television, advertising—everything we see is polished and presented as ‘the ideal image’.” Can I get an amen? We’re all too familiar with scrolling through social media only to see moms looking flawless while baking gluten-free muffins in a picturesque field. Meanwhile, we’re just trying to keep our kids from eating the dog’s food.
Jenna points out that these unattainable expectations contribute to the mental health struggles many moms face. “It’s no surprise so many of us turn to anti-anxiety meds feeling inadequate. We’re set up to fail,” she says. And honestly, isn’t that the harsh truth? The unrealistic standards we often impose on ourselves are not just unachievable; they can be downright harmful.
Ironically, while Jenna’s videos are shared on social media—a platform often criticized for its fake perfection—they aim to combat that very issue. “My mission is to bring humor to the situations that typically leave us in tears. I’d rather make people laugh than cry,” she explains. “I connect with them where they’re at, usually hiding in the bathroom for a few minutes of peace, scrolling through Facebook.”
And guess what? Jenna’s about to launch The Real Mom Comedy Club, a space for moms to share their stories and laugh together. Picture live Q&A sessions and “Mommy Happy Hours” because let’s be honest, we could all use a little fun.
Jenna’s mission is simple: to free us from the oppressive belief that everyone else has it all figured out. She encourages us to embrace our imperfections and still feel good about ourselves. After all, as she wisely states, “Nobody has it all perfectly made.”
This article was originally published on August 28, 2016.
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Summary
Jenna from “The Real Mom Diaries” shatters the illusion of perfection in motherhood, encouraging women to embrace their flaws and laugh at their struggles. Through her comedic approach, she connects with mothers who often feel inadequate due to unrealistic expectations fueled by social media. With the launch of her comedy club, she aims to create a supportive space for moms to share their experiences.