Guilt-free parenting means embracing the idea that you’re doing the best you can with what you know and have. It’s about acknowledging your mistakes compassionately and using them as teachable moments to show your child how to learn, reflect, and bounce back with grace. After all, parenting is a journey, not just for your child, but for you too.
And while my son is only two years old, I can confirm that minimalist parenting exists and is less perplexing than one may think.
I also want to say here that date night is not self-care. It is again spending time with another person. But self-care is, in my opinion, spending time alone with yourself.
self-care in motherhood is not about escaping reality. It is not about a “once per month” activity. And it is not a selfish act.
Time management may look different in every family; however, there are some tips everyone could use to establish a less chaotic and more enjoyable family life.
When a child yells “I’m bored”, they might as well be hungry, curious about their parents’ doings or seeking attention. Let the children be bored! You cannot imagine how valuable and necessary boredom is. Offer your child free time to do nothing and applaud their boredom.
There are numerous creative responses to ‘When are you going to have children’ that vary from being polite to it-is-not-your-f*cking-business kind. You just choose the one that fits your mood and mentality better!