10 Excuses Moms Make to Justify Their Child’s Behavior

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Being a mom is no walk in the park. From the moment you find out you’re pregnant, to the endless cycle of morning sickness, weight gain, and the birthing process, it’s a whirlwind of challenges. And once the baby arrives, it feels like you need an extra set of arms just to keep everything together. But then those adorable little words start pouring out, and while “I love you” makes your heart melt, brace yourself for the sass that follows from your first grader, which your toddler is bound to pick up.

As we’re caught off guard by the chaos, many of us resort to making excuses to protect our child’s reputation—and our own. Here are a few classic justifications I’ve caught myself using over the years to explain away some less-than-stellar behavior.

1. “He’s just really tired.” Meanwhile, he’s bouncing off the walls refusing to sleep, while I’m the one who could use a nap!
2. “He just woke up.” From a three-hour nap! If that were me, I’d be ready to celebrate life.
3. “He’s going through a phase.” I dared to say “no” to him today more than once, and now I’m paying the price for it.
4. “He’s hungry.” Sure, he wants candy for dinner, but I’m standing my ground—sort of.
5. “He’s had a tough day.” Let’s see, he’s played with a cardboard box all morning, had every meal hand-fed to him, and is currently glued to Mickey Mouse. Tough life, right?
6. “He had a rough night.” He started in his own bed but ended up kicking me all night. It was rough for him, but I’m fine—don’t worry about me!
7. “I think he might be getting sick.” His nose is running from the meltdown he just had, so let’s just say he’s coming down with something.
8. “He just got over being sick.” After two days of nursing him back to health, he’s cranky, but I’m thriving!
9. “Ah, the terrible twos!” Why are they called that when the tantrums started way earlier? Just a mystery.
10. “Can’t wait for the terrible threes!” Translation: I have no idea why he’s acting like a little tornado. Spoiled? Nah.

It’s comforting to hear from other parents that “it’s totally normal” and I’ll “miss this time.” Maybe someday I’ll stop making excuses for my little “angel” who sometimes behaves like a tiny monster. Who knows? Maybe he’s just testing his dramatic skills for a future Oscar-winning role.

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Summary

Motherhood is full of challenges, and when kids act out, moms often find themselves making excuses to explain their behavior. From tiredness to “terrible twos,” these justifications highlight the chaos of parenting while also showing a relatable side of motherhood.