Mom guilt is something that all mothers feel at one point or another. It’s that nagging feeling that you’re not doing enough, that you’re not good enough. Maybe you’re not working enough, or maybe you’re working too much. Maybe you’re not spending enough time with your kids, or maybe you are, but you’re not present. Whatever the case may be, mom guilt is real, and it’s something that we all have to deal with.
The good news is that there are ways to deal with mom guilt. You don’t have to let it control your life. Here are some tips for dealing with mom guilt:
1. Acknowledge your feelings
The first step is to acknowledge your feelings. Just because you’re feeling guilty doesn’t mean that you’re a bad mom. Guilt is a normal emotion and it’s okay to feel it from time to time. Don’t beat yourself up for feeling guilty. Just acknowledge the feeling and move on.
2. Figure out what’s causing the guilt
Once you’ve acknowledged your feelings, it’s time to figure out what’s causing the guilt. Is it because you’re working too much? Spending too much time on your phone? Not spending enough time with your kids? Once you know what’s causing the guilt, you can start to address the issue.
3. Talk to someone who will understand
It can be helpful to talk to someone who will understand what you’re going through. Talk to other moms or even just a trusted friend or family member. Talking about your feelings can help you to better deal with them.
4. Don’t compare yourself to others
This is easier said than done, but try not to compare yourself to other moms. Everyone has their own way of doing things and there is no right or wrong way to be a mom. You are doing just fine, even if you don’t look like the perfect mom on Instagram.
5. Give yourself some grace
Lastly, give yourself some grace. You are human and you will make mistakes. That’s okay! Just learn from your mistakes and move on. Don’t dwell on them or let them define you. You are a great mom, no matter what.
Mom guilt is something that all mothers feel at one point or another. It’s normal, and there are ways to deal with it. Acknowledge your feelings, figure out what’s causing the guilt, talk to someone who understands, don’t compare yourself to others, and give yourself some grace. You got this!