Some days as a mom
It feels like the weight of everything is too much. The laundry is endless, dinner is whatever I can find in the fridge, and by the end of the day, I’m left wondering, “Did I do enough?”
I know I’m not alone in this feeling. The pressure to do it all, to be everything for everyone, can leave us questioning if we’re truly enough for our kids. But here’s the truth I hold onto when those doubts creep in: My son doesn’t need a perfect mom. He just needs me.
The Myth of the Perfect Mom
Social media, Pinterest-worthy meals, and spotless homes create this illusion that “perfect moms” exist. But let me tell you something: Perfection isn’t real, and chasing it only leaves us feeling exhausted and inadequate.
Kids don’t remember whether you folded the laundry the same day or if dinner was gourmet. They remember the hugs, the laughter, and the moments you were present with them.
Why Showing Up Matters
Motherhood isn’t about doing everything perfectly — it’s about being there. It’s about sitting on the floor to play with your toddler, even when your to-do list is screaming at you. It’s about listening to their stories, even if you’re so tired you can barely keep your eyes open.
Our kids don’t see our imperfections the way we do. They see the love in the way we show up every single day, even when we feel like we’re falling short.
When “Your Best” Feels Small
Some days, your best will look like homemade meals and bedtime stories. Other days, it’s frozen pizza and just making it through the evening. Both days matter. Both days are enough.
What truly matters is that you’re trying. You’re loving. You’re showing up, even when it feels hard. That effort is what makes you a great mom, not the checked-off boxes on your to-do list.
You Are Enough
If you’ve ever ended your day feeling like you didn’t do enough, let me remind you:
• Your love is enough.
• Your presence is enough.
• You are enough.
The fact that you worry about being a good mom already shows how deeply you care. Your kids don’t need perfection; they need the warmth of your love, the sound of your laughter, and the comfort of knowing you’ll always be there.
At the End of the Day
Motherhood is messy, unpredictable, and beautifully imperfect. Some days you’ll feel like you’re nailing it, and others, it’s pure survival mode. And that’s okay.
So to the moms out there feeling like they’re falling short: You’re not. Keep showing up. Keep loving. You’re doing better than you think. 💛
What’s one thing you remind yourself on the hard days? Share in the comments — let’s lift each other up.
