It’s time we all take a collective breath and stop criticizing each other for our choices as mothers. Let’s take a moment to grab the hand of the woman beside us and simply say, “Whatever.”
I don’t care if your child co-sleeps with you until they’re a grown adult or if they’ve never shared a bed with you for even a moment. It’s all good. I don’t mind if you feed your little one baby formula, organic veggies, or even pizza—what matters is that you’re doing what feels right for your family. I don’t live your life, so why would I judge?
Let’s unite our voices and declare that we are all women and mothers, and we’re doing our absolute best. Let’s support each other through this wild ride called motherhood.
If you find yourself feeling overwhelmed or sad, I want you to come to me. I’ll pour you a glass of wine, if that’s your thing, and just listen. I won’t try to fix your problems; I’ll just be there, nodding in understanding as someone who has been through it, too.
Even though I believe my child is a remarkable bundle of joy, I also acknowledge that they can be just as irritating as yours can be. I understand, no hard feelings.
I refuse to engage in competition or comparisons. Our children will grow at their own pace, and that’s perfectly fine. Your frustrations during that grocery store meltdown? Trust me, I’ve been there too. I empathize and send you a thumbs up, because we’re in this together.
Your parenting decisions are yours to make. I don’t know your child like you do, and I never will. I’ll stay in my lane because judging others often stems from my own insecurities. I’ll keep that in mind always.
I’m committed to offering support to other mothers whenever it’s needed. We all go through moments when we need a helping hand. Whether that’s a listening ear, a warm meal, a grocery run, or even just a good laugh, I’m here for it.
Let’s choose to stand together, as we are the only ones who truly understand the complexities of motherhood. We know how that fierce love for our kids can sometimes make us feel like we’re losing our minds. Our kids might not get it, and sometimes our partners don’t either, which is why we need to band together.
Let’s put aside the divisive arguments—whether it’s about working versus staying home, breastfeeding versus bottle-feeding, or any other hot-button issues. All these debates are pointless when we remember that we are simply raising imperfect little humans who will survive despite our missteps.
Our children will thrive on our love and understanding rather than our perfection. So let’s focus on nurturing that important lesson in our little ones. And who knows, maybe the internet can go back to what it was meant for—adorable cat videos and harmless celebrity gossip that reminds us we’re all just doing our best.
Are you in?
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Summary:
The Motherhood Manifesto is a call for solidarity among mothers, encouraging them to support one another without judgment. It emphasizes the importance of understanding and empathy in parenting, rejecting societal pressures to compete or compare. Instead, it advocates for a community where mothers uplift each other, acknowledge their struggles, and cherish the unique journeys of raising children.