“I can’t handle being a mom today,” lamented little Emma (also known as Em).
“Olivia won’t stop crying, Jake refuses to use the potty,
Mia’s fever is hitting one-oh-three, oh my!
Our home’s in chaos, laundry spilling over,
And my baby’s got a twitch in her left shoulder!
I spend endless hours at the kitchen sink,
Is it any wonder I’m driven to drink?
The dog’s barking, the children won’t sleep,
I’m holding back tears, it’s all too steep.
I shop for groceries, whip up dinner, too,
And tomorrow, I’ll wake up to do it anew!
Wiping noses and bottoms seems to be my main game,
Kissing boo-boos and putting on band-aids is so lame.
The baby’s always latched on,
Why didn’t I consider a different con?
My kids are demanding, my partner’s quite rude,
Clearly, this explains my less-than-cheerful mood.
Once I had friends, a life full of fun,
Now I’m just a mom to little ones and a big kid’s ‘done.’
Those stubborn five pounds just won’t disappear,
I think I’ve paid my dues, that much is clear.
I’ve got a million pacifiers hidden away,
Too bad hide-and-seek doesn’t make my day.
I spend my cash on diapers and wipes galore,
I’ve earned my stripes, that’s for sure!
Sleep has evaded me for six long years,
But I guess that means I’m in good company with peers.
I haven’t showered and—wait, what’s that you say?
You mention the sitter is coming today?
Oh, I’ll miss these little faces while I’m away!”
Further Reading
For more insights on the world of motherhood, check out our post on the home insemination kit. If you’re curious about the science behind conception, visit Intracervical Insemination for expert knowledge. For those interested in fertility preservation, Cleveland Clinic’s IVF and Fertility Preservation podcast is an excellent resource.
In summary, motherhood can be overwhelming, filled with chaos and exhaustion. Yet amidst the challenges, it is essential to cherish those fleeting moments, even when they seem daunting.