I love being a stay at home mom. I really can’t imagine doing anything else in this moment. But the truth is, even though I enjoy it, I was not always very good at it.
Like anything, there is an adjustment period. And although you have a very flexible schedule, essentially you are your own boss and have to quickly learn the best way to work with your child or children in tow.
Once you get in the groove it is smooth sailing, but you have to find that grove first.
Here are 5 bad habits that stay at home moms should quit right now!
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1. Not having “me time”
In most families, moms are the default parent. And this is especially true for moms who stay home with the kids. We focus all our attention on our family, leaving little time for our selves most days.
To be the best mother and wife you have to take care of yourself. And that means carving out time for yourself to do things that you enjoy uninterrupted.
Whether you are able to do it weekly, or daily, make sure you find a routine that allows me time for mom.
2. Feeling like you are not contributing
Even if you don’t contribute financially, you are most definitely contributing to your family. By taking care of your kid(s), managing and cleaning your home and running errands to allow more free time for family when your spouse is off you are contributing.
Stop thinking that the only way you can contribute to your family is financially. More than likely you are saving your family money by being home.
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3. Too much screen time (for mom & kids)
This might not be true for every family, but I notice more tantrums when my toddler is plugged in for too long. I also notice that if I spend to much time plugged in (phone or tv), then I have less patience.
Not to say you shouldn’t have any screen time, but just be intentional with it. What I find works for us it waiting until after nap time to watch tv.
We watch the news in the morning, I will usually have something on of my choice, while she naps and then she watches a show after she wakes up from her nap. I can usually get something done while she is tuned in too.
Edit: Now that she is older (3) I am pretty strict on no TV during the week. Although she no longer naps, she is in a lot more activities, can play better independently and likes helping with daily tasks around the house. I still notice more tantrums with TV which is why I am very intentional about what she watches and how much.
4. Not making the bed
Make your bed! It is a simple task, but one that sets the tone for the day.
5. Not getting ready for the day
Whatever getting ready means for you. Whether you get all done up, or change from your night time pjs to your day time pjs, just make sure you change, do you hair, wash your face and brush your teeth.
This is not an absolute list, but just habits that I have noticed with myself and have since changed.
Share some bad habits that you’ve noticed about your SAHM routine.
