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An Ode to the Mom Who ‘Just Sits There’ During a Tantrum
Let’s be real: parenting is not always the walk in the park we envisioned. Before I became a mom, I had this perfect picture of what kind of mother I would be—probably a superhero, right? But karma has a funny way of flipping the script. I once looked down on parents with wild toddlers, and here I am, living proof that life has a sense of humor.
Eventually, you come to terms with the fact that you’ll be the mom with the child throwing a fit in the middle of the grocery store one day. And let me tell you, sometimes just surviving that moment with your sanity intact is a victory in itself. You won’t always have the magic answer or a perfectly calm child, and that’s perfectly okay.
Recently, my friend Sarah shared a story about a mom she saw at a café, whose kid was throwing an epic tantrum. This mom had the audacity to just sit there. As Sarah put it, “I’ve been that mom. I’ve tried bribing, begging, and even soothing my child during a meltdown. I’ve carried them to the car, all while muttering to myself that it will be fine and showering them with love. Honestly, I’ve felt like having my own tantrum, but I’ve also been the woman who simply sits and does nothing.”
Every parent knows there are days when you hit that wall. All you can do is be present next to your screaming little one, take some deep breaths, and hold it together. Because guess what? You’re human! And that’s okay.
You’ll eventually get through it, and next time, you might have a few tricks up your sleeve. Or maybe not. But remember, tantrums are part of the journey. Sometimes, just breathing through it and letting it pass is all you can do. As Sarah wisely noted, “Being there and doing nothing are two very different things.”
For more insights like these, check out this other post on our blog about parenting challenges, or explore resources on pregnancy and home insemination at ASRM. If you’re interested in at-home methods, Make A Mom has some great tools.
In summary, we all have those moments as parents when we feel overwhelmed by tantrums. It’s essential to remember that just being there, even without action, can be significant. Embrace the chaos, breathe through it, and know you’re not alone in this journey.