Why Moms Should Release the Guilt of Being Late

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You’ve done everything you can think of. You’ve laid out outfits the night before, organized bags, purses, and snacks, all in a bid to make your morning smoother. You’ve even showered the night before and set your alarm to rise before the kids. You’ve prepped and arranged every detail to ensure you arrive on time. Yet somehow, you still find yourself in the driveway texting, “Running late! Sorry, I’ll be there soon.”

Breathe easy and ditch that guilt. You’re not alone; many of us share this experience. It seems like the last-minute rush always turns into a prolonged delay.

I, too, am frequently late. It’s not due to laziness or lack of planning; it’s simply part of my new reality as a mom. Before kids, I adhered to the “considerate people arrive 15 minutes early” philosophy. I was the one arriving ahead of schedule, except for the occasional wardrobe crisis. But after having kids, my punctuality vanished along with my sanity.

Suddenly, life throws curveballs my way. One morning, I woke up to find fruit flies had taken over my kitchen. I was determined to ignore the chaos and get out the door on time. But as I maneuvered through the mess, I caught a whiff of something unpleasant and soon unearthed a ten-pound bag of rotten potatoes. Talk about a setback!

And, of course, this isn’t an isolated incident. Maybe your partner is frantically searching for their wallet while you’re trying to leave, or a neighbor stops you for a chat just as you’re heading to the car. It’s not our fault! I’m declaring a moratorium on the guilt that comes with being the “Running Late Mom.”

Why Are We Late?

Because we care! We want our kids to look presentable as a sign of respect. We want to contribute something special to that gathering because we appreciate the effort involved. We don’t want to be rude to our neighbors, nor do we want to return home to a messy house. The reality is, there simply isn’t enough time in the day.

So, cut us some slack. We’re not lounging on the couch binge-watching shows; we’re in a nonstop race to get to the next destination. To all the Running Late Moms out there, I want to say: I’m sorry, but I’m doing my best. Life just has a way of complicating things.

We’ll get where we need to go—eventually. Until then, look out for our text that says, “On my way!! :)”

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In summary, it’s time to let go of the guilt surrounding being late. Moms juggle countless responsibilities, and while we strive for punctuality, life often has other plans. We’re all doing our best in this chaotic adventure called parenting.