You won’t always nail this parenting gig, and that’s perfectly fine.
Before I embraced motherhood, I envisioned myself as the ultimate mom—patient, understanding, and always in control. I used to look down my nose at those frazzled parents dealing with their unruly toddlers, thinking I’d never be in that position. But karma has a funny way of balancing the scales, and let me tell you, I now have my own spirited child.
When you have a kid, you quickly realize that at some point, you’ll be the mom with the child throwing a fit in public. And since you’re human, some days are tougher than others. But guess what? Surviving these moments with your sanity still intact? That’s a victory, dear moms.
It’s important to remember that you won’t always have the perfect answer or the quietest child. You’re not always going to be that “epic” parent, and that is totally okay.
Lessons from a Fellow Mom
Recently, a popular blogger, Sarah Lane, shared her thoughts on tantrums. She recounted a time when a friend saw a mother in a café whose child was having a major meltdown. Instead of reacting, this mom simply sat there. Sarah wrote, “I’ve been that mom. I’ve tried bribing, begging, cuddling, and everything in between. I’ve carried my child to the car, reminding myself it would be okay while telling them how much I loved them. Sometimes, I’ve even felt like throwing my own tantrum! But there have also been days when I just sat there and did nothing.”
As you journey through parenthood, you’ll inevitably have days when you hit a wall. In those moments, simply being present next to your screaming child, taking a few deep breaths, and maintaining your composure is enough. And yes, that’s absolutely okay.
You’ll get through these tough times, and next time, you might pull out some tricks from your mom toolkit to navigate the storm like a pro. Or maybe you won’t. But remember, tantrums are a universal experience in parenting; sometimes, you just have to breathe and let it pass.
As Sarah wisely states, “being there and doing nothing are two very different things.”
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Conclusion
In summary, parenting is an unpredictable journey filled with challenges, especially when it comes to tantrums. Embrace the moments when you can simply be there, even if you feel like doing nothing. That’s part of the process, too.