Everyone has a different journey and prioritises their life in a different way and that is the great thing about being individuals. We have always prioritised what are the most important things for our family and then set out to figure out how to achieve them. We then share the responsibilities for getting things done.

I have one 3 year old, and when I take her out for a fun weekend activity I feel really good about myself as I find the process so overwhelming. Bathing, dressing, eating, tidying, driving, attending, dealing with the overtired child. Then we get home and it starts all over again with the nighttime routine. I like to think I’m a good mum (I’m also single so that may play a small part in it), I think time management and juggling priorities are my downfall,
Just last weekend we were on a playdate with my good friend who had her daughter the same time as I did. She now also has a one year old and two dogs. Her house is immaculate and she always looks great. She told me they’d been baking that morning, went on a dog walk and after seeing us they were going to the shops, and then catching up with other friends,
I never have makeup on, and despite my best efforts the house always seems to be a mess. I just don’t have the physical or mental energy to be like her! I’ve asked her in the past how she does it and she just brushes it off with a laugh.
So to answer your question…. I have no idea, but I’d love to know the secret!

Managing that level of responsibility while nearly full-term is an extraordinary feat of endurance. It is so important to acknowledge that while maternal strength is incredible, no one should have to navigate the “mental load” of toddlers and household chaos without a support system. To any mother in the thick of it, please remember that asking for help isn’t a sign of weakness, but a strategy for preserving well-being

Every parents journey is different as we all have different circumstances and issues that we are going through in life. I take my hat off to all mums who are jugging kids, pets, home, work etc. Nothing is easy whether you have one or have more. We are all super at what we do and all mums should be proud.

I admit that sometimes we are in awe how other people are doing it. I have a friend who has 15 children and another one who has 12 children under which several with additional needs. And at times I wonder too how are you doing it all ? But in general I don’t think comparing ourselves with others is helpful. We all have a certain amount on our plate and deal with it as best as possible. Finding balance and happiness within your situation is most important and strengths will grow 🙂

I always find it helpful to think one day at the time, one morning/afternoon/evening/night at the time, one hour/minute/second at the time. In regards to continuous demands I find it helpful to be and stay organised and set priorities and question myself “is this really needed right now ?” When overwhelmed I walk at times for a moment outside, look up at the sky and take a deep breath. Like previous poster I have no family around (all oversees) and my husband is self employed and long days away from home

For me it’s just my husband and I. Our extended families all live hours away and can’t really give hands on help (just phone therapy for me haha). Hubs works full time and I’m at home pregnant and with our toddler.
It’s definitely harder now that I’m feeling exhausted, but it’s manageable. My husband helps when he gets home, and I try to fill out days with activities either at home or fun classes for our toddler. It would be nice to have the village some people have, but it’s just not an option for us.