Dear fellow moms,
I’m over the endless justifications I hear from you—and the ones I make myself. Why do we feel the need to explain every little flaw to our friends and neighbors? Why do we bend over backward to justify things we either can’t change or don’t even want to?
Listen, when your daughter shows up in that mismatched outfit—rocking those purple stripes with red polka dots and pink hearts on backward—I don’t need you to tell me she dressed herself. It’s obvious, and honestly, I think she looks great! Her hairstyle might not be Instagram-ready, but that’s okay. You got a comb through it, and that’s a win in my book!
Is your house a mess? Shocking! You have kids! Your home might not see cleanliness for years—don’t bother saying it’s just temporary because you’ve been busy. I get it. Mine looks like a tornado hit it, courtesy of my tiny chaos creators. I’m just trying to clear a path to the door!
Struggling to fit into your pre-baby jeans? Join the club! Most of us are in the same boat—either trying and failing, dealing with medical issues, or simply not caring. Instead of stressing over your weight loss journey, why not ask me to join you for a walk? We could both use the exercise and some fresh air for the kids.
Your bake sale cupcakes didn’t turn out like the Pinterest version? Don’t sweat it! I’ve had my share of baking disasters. After a few tries, I bought mine from the store. My kids are thrilled with the “ugly” ones at home that they can demolish. Even the expert bakers have off days, and that’s perfectly fine. No need to apologize for not being perfect!
So your toddler decided to make a naked dash through the neighborhood? At least he remembered his socks! We’ve all been there, so let’s just laugh about it instead of you feeling embarrassed. These little ones could escape from any playpen.
And if your 2-year-old hasn’t quite mastered social etiquette, don’t feel pressured to leave our playdate early. Mine had a little incident last time too. We’re all in this together!
You don’t need to justify your choices—whether it’s putting your child on medication or deciding to stop homeschooling. You’re the mom; trust your instincts. That’s what matters most.
In short, the next time you feel the urge to apologize for your messy hair, cluttered car, or shoeless child—don’t. I’m not interested in hearing it. The only thing you should apologize for is pretending to be someone you’re not. Trust me, I appreciate you just the way you are.
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Summary:
It’s time to stop making excuses for our imperfections as moms. Embrace the chaos, laugh at the mess, and trust your instincts. We’re all doing our best and that’s what truly matters.