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Embracing the Supermom Within
Parenting Insights from Jane Thompson
Updated: Feb. 11, 2021
Originally Published: Aug. 25, 2010
Venturing out with a pair of two-year-old triplets garners attention reminiscent of circus parades or flash mobs. I frequently encounter the phrase, “You’ve got your hands full,” and am often dubbed Supermom. While I appreciate the sentiment, I feel a bit uneasy with the title. People often ask, “How do you manage it all?” My honest answer? “Just like you — you keep going.”
The reality is that whether you have one child or a handful, parenting is a series of daily tasks — dirty diapers need changing, thirsty cups require refilling, and little injuries need soothing. Laundry may not always be folded, but it gets done, and meals make it to the table. By some fortunate twist of fate, we navigate through our days with a full family and (occasionally) an empty sink.
Many mothers I meet tend to downplay their own challenges, believing their routines are simpler compared to mine. “I only have one, and that’s tough!” or “I have three, but they aren’t all the same age!” They seem convinced that I possess some extraordinary strength or secret to managing motherhood’s demands. However, I reject the notion of special powers.
Let’s start a new narrative: Picture me tearing open my shirt to reveal an “S” on my tank top — the one designed to hold everything in place. Yes, I’m Supermom.
You might be a working mother with a newborn, navigating through four feedings nightly before heading to the office. You manage to function on little sleep and a quick bite to eat, all while looking presentable. You move through your day in a haze but still excel at your job, returning home to repeat the cycle. Guess what? You’re Supermom!
You could be pregnant with your second child while caring for your first. All you desire is to sleep or maybe even just sleep through the nausea. Meanwhile, your little one is demanding attention. But you serve breakfast and keep everything on track. If that doesn’t qualify as Supermom, I’m not sure what does.
Imagine being a mother of two under two — a toddler who’s always on the go and a wobbly infant. Managing even one child can be a circus act. But you handle it, keeping both kids entertained while sacrificing personal time. You’re Supermom!
Perhaps you’re a stay-at-home mom with three young children. Unlike me, you might be chasing your kindergartener while juggling a baby and dealing with a toddler’s creative endeavors (like drawing on the family dog). You accomplish more in the morning than many do in an entire week, all without the luxury of a daytime nap. This is just another day for Supermom!
If your children are older — one in high school and another in college — you still face numerous responsibilities, from laundry to tuition payments. Your heart seems to expand as it divides itself among multiple locations, yet your children remain blissfully unaware of your worries. They’re simply living their lives, thanks to you, Supermom.
Every mother embodies the spirit of Supermom. There is no easier or harder path in motherhood; every journey is unique. So embrace your inner superhero, show off your “S,” and declare, “I’m Supermom!” Because you are.
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Summary
In the realm of motherhood, every woman is a Supermom, regardless of the number of children or the challenges faced. Each day is filled with tasks that require resilience and commitment, whether it’s managing a newborn’s schedule, juggling multiple children, or balancing work and family life. Recognizing and celebrating the efforts of all mothers fosters a sense of community and support.