Every year on Mother’s Day, we see beautiful quotes, greeting cards, and floral Instagram posts with words like “supermom,” “warrior,” or “goddess.” And while they’re sweet, sometimes they feel… distant. As a mom, I’ve learned that the real magic of motherhood rarely comes from big, picture-perfect moments. What this mom wants you to know is that it’s woven into the quiet, chaotic, and unseen parts of everyday life—the ones no one celebrates, but where love lives loudest.
Motherhood, for most of us, isn’t about being perfect or extraordinary. It’s about being present—especially when it’s hard. It’s about going through everyday life with little humans who test your patience, challenge your sleep, and yet somehow become your entire heart outside your body.
This Mother’s Day, I’m not writing about superpowers. I’m writing about the normal—because that’s where the real story is.
Waking Up to Chaos… and Coffee (Hopefully)
Let’s start with mornings. They rarely begin with peaceful sunrise, yoga or the smell of yummy breakfast. Most days, it’s a messy kitchen, mismatched socks, school bags not packed, and a toddler who suddenly hates the shirt they loved yesterday. And yet, somehow, we show up. We get everyone dressed. And we manage to sip lukewarm tea while mentally sorting out other things for the rest of the day.
That’s not heroic. That’s just being a mom.
Feeding, Fussing, and Finding Peace in Small Win
Meals aren’t special; they’re strategic negotiations. “Two more bites and then you can watch your cartoon.” Some days they eat well, some days you eat their leftovers standing at the sink.
We stress about nutrition, screen time, water intake, sleep cycles, and tantrums. But we also learn to breathe a little. To accept that only a fruit for dinner isn’t the end of the world. That letting them skip an evening bath won’t harm their future.
Motherhood teaches you to lower the bar in some places and raise it in others.
The Loneliness of Being Constantly Needed
This is one thing we don’t talk about enough: how lonely it can be to be surrounded all the time. You’re always “on.” Always needed. “Mumma, look!” “Mumma, shoe?” “Mumma, can I sit on your lap?” While it’s heart-melting, it can also be exhausting.
Sometimes you want someone to ask you if you’re okay. You want a quiet room. A day without decisions. A cup of tea that stays hot.
And yet, even in that loneliness, there’s a deep sense of purpose that keeps us going. That connection with our child grounds us, even when it drains us.
Letting Go of Perfection
I used to be the mom who wanted the house clean, timely snacks, and the educational toys. Until life happened. Now, some days I embrace screen time so I can finish a work. Some weekends, I don’t cook at all. And that’s okay.
We moms often carry guilt like an extra limb. But guilt doesn’t help us become better mothers—grace does.
So if you’re reading this, I hope today you forgive yourself for not being everything to everyone. Your children don’t need perfection. They need love, structure, and your presence.
Finding Yourself Again
Motherhood has a way of swallowing your identity. You forget what your hobbies were, when you last read a book for pleasure, or the last time you laughed till your stomach hurt.
But I’ve learned that taking time for myself isn’t selfish—it’s survival. Whether it’s a solo walk, a journal time, or even watching a lighthearted movie at night after everyone sleeps—it matters. Time to sit in silence, time to enjoy a hot meal without sharing bites, time to sleep in without feeling guilty.
Small moments where you exist outside the “mom” role are crucial. Give yourself permission to rediscover the woman behind the mom.
To the Moms in All Stages
To the-
New moms — Adjusting to night feeds and never-ending laundry—hang in there. It does get easier.
Toddler moms— Yes, the tantrums are real, but so is their love.
School-age moms — Juggling homework, extracurriculars, and growing independence—you’re building a strong foundation.
Oh, Moms of teenagers— Navigating emotional rollercoasters—you are their quiet anchor.
To the empty nesters— You’ve done your part. Take a bow. Reclaim your space.
Whatever stage you’re in—honor it. You are growing alongside your child.
Final Words: From One Mom to Another
So this Mother’s Day, don’t measure your worth in how much you’ve done. Measure it in moments—quiet bedtime cuddles, whispered “I love you’s,” and tiny hands in yours.
You don’t need to be a superhero. You just need to be you—real, flawed, consistent, and present. That’s more than enough.
Moms truly crave for is acknowledgment. Not just one day a year—but in the daily grind. Happy Mother’s Day, every day, to you and every mom who’s just doing her best, one messy, beautiful day at a time.
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