Every end of the month I meet with my work team to choose the topics that I will share on my social networks; and when it comes to May, Mother’s Day had to top the list. The only mom in the group suggested talking about those exhausted mothers who suffer in silence from “Maternal Burnout” syndrome.
This is how I learned that the concept of “burnout” or exhaustion is no longer exclusive to refer to extremely exhausted workers. According to psychologists, today’s mothers are not only tired with so many responsibilities, but they are also the most fatigued and stressed in maternal history.
And it is that beyond being aware of the care of the children 24 hours a day, seven days a week without rest, going out to work and taking care of the house, many put on themselves the pressure of wanting to be mothers as perfect as those that appear to be. On Instagram. But even worse, no matter how much they sacrifice and work for their families, they never consider themselves a good mom. If you feel this way, find out how to recognize and attack the syndrome.
Evaluate how you feel: “Maternal burnout” is not just tiredness, as it shows other symptoms that could be confused with depression, such as sadness, anxiety, insomnia, appetite disorders and conflicts with the couple. According to psychologists, the clearest sign of an exhausted mom is when she no longer enjoys motherhood as she did before.
Set aside time for yourself: Putting yourself last is the common denominator among the exhausted. What is the use of having your son in basketball, French and art classes in the afternoon if that makes you stressed and spend you stuck in huge traffic, coming home “dead” from exhaustion and in a bad mood? Do not put more burden on yourself and try to do something for yourself for everything you do for them. And above all, do not believe Wonder Woman, ask for help from your partner, family or if you can, hire help.
I always share with mothers the wisest advice I have ever heard: “If mom is happy, the children will be happy.” Therefore, love yourself, take time for yourself and rest until the end of that exhaustion that steals moments that will never return.
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