If you’re a mom, you’ve likely faced the struggle of sleep deprivation at some point. After tending to your adorable little ones all night, you somehow manage to haul your weary self out of bed before dawn, ready to juggle the many hats you wear—mother, partner, employee, and homemaker. Honestly, surviving the day feels like a superhuman feat! However, in your fatigue, you may have found yourself in a few relatable situations that you might be hesitant to admit. So, let’s dive into the amusing realities of life as a sleep-deprived mom.
Here are 50 things that sleep-deprived mothers often do:
- Down more than three cups of coffee before noon. (Your barista probably knows your order by heart.)
- Accidentally pour breast milk into your coffee instead of creamer.
- Use the TV as a babysitter more often than you’d like to admit.
- Enjoy cold pizza for breakfast and cereal for dinner.
- Skip the shower and just add another layer of deodorant.
- Toss your hair into a messy bun instead of brushing it.
- Dodge cameras at all costs when someone tries to snap a photo of you.
- Wear yesterday’s makeup like it’s a badge of honor.
- Borrow diapers, wipes, and clothing from anyone willing to share—even strangers.
- Nod off in the most unexpected places or positions.
- Discard clothes with stubborn stains rather than dealing with them.
- Take extra-long bathroom breaks just to grab a moment of solitude.
- Chew gum instead of brushing your teeth.
- Drop the kids off at the gym daycare and sneak in a nap in the car.
- Instantly connect with other weary moms over your shared exhaustion.
- Get lost on familiar routes, despite driving them countless times.
- Turn your car into a makeshift storage and trash bin for everything kid-related.
- Skip shaving unless it’s a special occasion (and sometimes even then).
- Lock your keys or kids in the car, and panic ensues.
- Keep postponing that dog walk… again.
- Avoid checking the mailbox; out of sight, out of mind, right?
- Forget to collect the mail for so long that it gets sent back.
- Lose track of what day it is.
- Secretly envy anyone who appears well-rested.
- Adore anyone who offers to babysit so you can catch a breather.
- Play your children’s tunes in the car even when they’re not around.
- Use your partner’s toothbrush because yours has mysteriously vanished.
- Read the same page of a book repeatedly before giving up entirely.
- Leave groceries or baby bottles in the car until you notice an unpleasant odor.
- Start unwinding with a glass of wine at 4 p.m. to survive the evening chaos.
- Count down the hours until your kids nap or go to bed.
- Schedule doctor appointments and completely forget to attend.
- Celebrate when someone cancels plans, giving you a chance to relax at home.
- Go grocery shopping and come home empty-handed because you forgot your list.
- Rely on online shopping for everything. (Shout out to Amazon Prime for saving the day!)
- Keep telling yourself, “I’ll sleep again someday” or “Tomorrow I’ll be productive.”
- Opt for a darker hair color to avoid frequent trips to the salon.
- Forget if you’ve fed your pets and end up overfeeding them.
- Question whether you turned off the stove or locked the garage and have to double back.
- Live in yoga pants and sometimes wear them inside out.
- Mistakenly use lotion or soap as toothpaste.
- Leave laundry in the washer until it smells, then wash it again.
- Bump into furniture and have an array of unexplained bruises.
- Have emotional outbursts in public, much to the surprise of nearby strangers.
- Frequently scrape your car against the garage door or have minor fender benders.
- Purchase paper plates to avoid washing dishes.
- Burst out laughing at things that aren’t funny, questioning your sanity.
- Plan to cook a great meal, buy the groceries, and let them spoil in the fridge.
- Wish for just one day when your partner could handle the breastfeeding.
- Reminisce about when you had your life together and wonder if those days will ever return.
If you find yourself nodding at any of these points, you’re likely a sleep-deprived mom. Welcome to the club! The membership is free and likely lasts for the next 18 years of your life.
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Summary:
Being a sleep-deprived mom comes with a unique set of challenges and humorous moments that many can relate to. From coffee dependency to accidental mix-ups, each day is an adventure filled with both struggle and laughter. Embracing these experiences can help you navigate the chaos with a smile.