How Do You Be A Stay At Home Mom?
Being a stay at home mom has its good days and bad days. It may not be the right choice for everyone but can definitely be the most rewarding job you ever have. Make an effort to meet other moms. Staying home can be an isolating experience and it’s helpful to meet others who know how you feel and can offer help and support. If you have a newborn look for new baby support groups or a mom and baby class or if you have older children check out what programs the library offers. These can help you connect with other moms. It also gets you out of the house. Being a stay at home mom is a lot of work. If there’s dishes in the sink or the laundry is piling up that’s ok! Don’t feel guilty that you should have all the housework done just because you’re home. This is especially true for new moms. Don’t try and spread yourself too thin trying to take care of the house and the baby. A routine will form eventually and you’ll be able to get more done but until then don’t stress about it. Take time for
