When it comes to motherhood, you’d think we’d have shattered the myths by now—thanks to the countless books, blogs, and social media posts detailing the realities of being a mom. Yet, astonishingly, there are still folks out there who think being a mother is just a leisurely stroll with a side of bon bons (What even are bon bons? Are they chocolate? I might need to check if Costco carries those). Even more baffling is that some people feel entitled to voice such opinions, as one misguided commenter did on the Instagram page of a fitness-savvy mom, Jenna Fields.
Jenna, who runs the Instagram account FitMomJenna, is a powerhouse of a mom, sharing snippets of her life managing twin toddlers while staying fit. Last week, however, someone decided to drop an unkind remark on her page, suggesting that Jenna had it easy while they had to “go to work and do WORK.” Seriously? Do they think because her feed features her workouts, that’s all she does? It’s like believing reality TV is a documentary—hello, wake up!
Naturally, Jenna was hurt by the comment. She responded passionately, “You think I don’t WORK?! Do you really believe that two rambunctious toddlers let me sit around all day after a quick workout? You think I’m just kicking back and sipping smoothies while I grow a new baby?!” As a mom of twins myself, let me assure you that taking care of two toddlers is no walk in the park. It’s more like trying to enjoy a picnic during a tornado where you forgot the food and your blanket is on fire.
Jenna broke it down for everyone: “I work out for 20-30 minutes a day, often interrupted by fetching toys, calming tantrums, or dealing with snack time disasters. My daily life includes changing diapers, mediating toy wars, and coaxing cranky kids into napping. And this is all before 9 AM!”
Many supporting comments flooded in, rallying around Jenna and lifting her spirits. It’s worth noting that in many of her photos, she’s actively engaging with her kids while managing to fit in some exercise. Give the woman some credit! Just because she prioritizes her health doesn’t mean she’s neglecting her children. Motherhood is filled with sacrifices, but it shouldn’t come with the expectation of martyrdom.
And let’s make a pact: let’s stop being rude to strangers on the internet. Seriously, let’s cut it out.
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In summary, being a stay-at-home mom is undeniably hard work, filled with challenges and sacrifices that often go unnoticed. So, the next time you think about dismissing the efforts of those raising children, remember that it’s a full-time job—one that deserves respect and acknowledgment.