Tag: Motherhood
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Struggling with Work and Motherhood: Finding Balance in Tough Times
Being a working mother is a constant act of balancing—between deadlines and dinner time, performance reviews and bedtime stories, demanding projects and your child’s endless questions. At times, the scale tips heavily toward work, and the guilt of not doing enough for your kids or your career can feel overwhelming. One of the hardest situations…
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The Little Joys of Motherhood
Motherhood is often described in grand terms—life-changing, overwhelming, exhausting, beautiful. And while all of that is true, what often gets overlooked are the little joys tucked into everyday moments. The quiet smiles. The sticky fingers reaching for yours. The way their laughter bubbles up out of nowhere and fills a room with sunshine. These are…
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Why I Forget the Basic Things
Yesterday, something happened that left me feeling a little shaken—and honestly, a bit disappointed in myself. We were driving back from a family function, and I was behind the wheel while my baby cried nonstop for the 10-minute ride home. Even though other relatives in the car were trying to soothe her, all I could…
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Why I Don’t Believe in the “Just Let Them Be” Philosophy
There’s a popular parenting phrase often passed around in well-meaning circles: “Just let them be.” It’s based on the idea that children will grow, learn, and sort things out on their own if we simply give them space. While I understand the intention behind this, I don’t fully subscribe to it—especially when it comes to…
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Feeling Helpless: The Silent Struggle of a Protective Mother
There are days when the weight of motherhood feels like it’s pressing down from all sides—days when I feel utterly helpless. Not because I don’t love my children or lack the desire to be everything they need. But because I do. Too much, sometimes. I find myself caught in a loop of wanting to protect…
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How to Navigate Differences in Parenting Styles—GracefullyWhen family members step in to help, but the approaches don’t always align
Having family visit is a beautiful blessing for many of us raising young children. Their help, warmth, and bond with our kids are priceless. But it’s also true that when parenting styles differ, it can sometimes create a quiet tension, even when intentions are good on all sides. While we deeply respect each other’s way…
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The Art of Self-Control and Thoughtfulness with Children
More often than not, I find myself trailing behind my own thoughts when interacting with my child. It’s a familiar pattern: she is engrossed in a task — perhaps playing quietly, building something, or simply exploring — and yet, driven by the buzzing list of “pending” tasks in my own mind, I interrupt.“Time for a…
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Comparison in Kids: A Personal Reflection
Recently, I took my 3.5-year-old daughter to her swimming class, along with a friend of hers who’s around the same age. As the class began, I couldn’t help but notice that her friend was completely at ease in the water—splashing around fearlessly, listening to the instructor, and picking up swimming skills quite effortlessly. Meanwhile, my…
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Handling Your Toddler When They Hit You: Understanding and Responding with Compassion
If you’ve ever had your toddler hit you—whether with a tiny slap or an angry shove—you’re not alone. It’s a jarring experience, but it’s also a very normal part of early childhood development. Toddlers are still learning how to handle big emotions, and sometimes their little bodies react faster than their words or understanding can…
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Preschool as a First-Time Mom: A Week of Tears, Growth, and Letting Go
I thought I was ready.We had talked about school for weeks, packed her bag together, and practiced our goodbye routine. My toddler was excited—until the first day came. She cried.Clung to me.Refused to go in. And suddenly, my heart felt like it was breaking. The First Week: Sitting Just Outside Those first few days were…
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