If you’ve ever experienced guilt over opting for pizza for dinner, you’re in for a treat. The mental load that weighs on every mom is often overwhelming, and at the top of that list is guilt—particularly the kind we place on ourselves. A recent Facebook post by author Mia Thompson touches on this exact struggle, and the response has been heartfelt and relatable for mothers everywhere.
Thompson candidly shares her thoughts on feeling like a “better mom” wouldn’t resort to ordering pizza, especially when her kitchen is stocked with groceries. The guilt often strikes when she thinks about the meals she hasn’t prepped or the laundry that remains unfolded. Sound familiar?
In her post, she humorously admits to feeling like a domestic failure (she even penned a book about it), yet that doesn’t shield her from guilt. “I often catch myself thinking, ‘A better mom would have organized the laundry and planned meals for the week,’” she reflects. “A better mom wouldn’t have just spent a fortune at the grocery store while pizza is on the way right now.” She also notes the clutter that accumulates, from toys scattered across the living room to remnants of snacks on the coffee table.
The comparison game is exhausting; we often measure ourselves against other mothers and their seemingly perfect homes. Yet, as we know, comparison steals our joy and drains our mental energy. So, why not just order that pizza?
In the midst of her guilt, Thompson decided to ask her children if they were happy. Her oldest replied, “Why wouldn’t we be?” This simple exchange made her realize that perhaps all the things we moms criticize ourselves for may not be as crucial as we think. The most important aspect is ensuring our children feel safe and loved in their homes—regardless of the state of cleanliness or organization.
Many mothers chimed in, echoing her sentiments with relatable anecdotes and even some humorous comments. One particularly touching response came from Jenna, a delivery driver for a local pizza place, who expressed her joy in lightening a mother’s load for just one evening. “I took enough burden off of her shoulders for one night that she got to go outside and enjoy time with her kids.” This simple gesture struck a chord with many readers.
Thompson wraps up her post by admitting that homemaking is a challenge for her. “But I give amazing hugs,” she states. “I listen to my kids. I comfort them when they need it. We laugh together. They feel secure and at home, even if it’s not immaculate.” She concludes that if her motherhood were a cake, it may not be extravagant, but it would certainly be delicious. And she’s learning to accept that as enough.
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In summary, remember that it’s perfectly okay to order pizza for dinner and not feel guilty about it. The essence of motherhood lies in the love and security we provide our children, not in the perfection of our homes or our cooking.