50 Things Every Exhausted Mom Can Relate To

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If you’re a mother, you’ve probably faced the reality of sleep deprivation at some point. After countless late-night baby cries and diaper changes, you rise with the sun, dragging yourself out of bed to juggle the many roles you play: mother, partner, employee, and domestic manager. Honestly, just getting through the day is a feat worthy of superhero status. However, in your weary state, you might find yourself committing a few “oops” moments that you’d rather keep under wraps. Let’s embrace the chaos together! Here’s a humorous list of 50 things that every sleep-deprived mom is likely to do:

1. Down more than three cups of coffee before noon. (Face it, your local coffee shop has your order on speed dial.)
2. Mistakenly pour breast milk or formula into your coffee instead of creamer.
3. Rely on the TV as a makeshift babysitter.
4. Have cold pizza for breakfast and cereal for dinner.
5. Skip showers in favor of a quick spritz of deodorant.
6. Toss your hair up in a wet bun without a second thought.
7. Dodge the camera whenever someone tries to snap a picture.
8. Wear leftover makeup from yesterday’s outing.
9. Borrow diapers, wipes, and even kids’ clothes from anyone willing to share.
10. Doze off in the most unusual places and positions.
11. Discard kids’ clothes that are too stained to salvage.
12. Spend a bit too long in the bathroom, claiming it as your “me time.”
13. Chew gum instead of brushing your teeth for a quick refresh.
14. Drop the kids off at daycare, then sneak in a nap in the car.
15. Instantly connect with other exhausted moms over your shared lack of sleep.
16. Get lost on familiar routes, despite having driven them countless times.
17. Let your car become a mobile trash can filled with kids’ items.
18. Put off shaving until date night—if it happens at all.
19. Accidentally lock the keys or your kids in the car.
20. Keep postponing dog walks.
21. Avoid the mailbox because out of sight means out of mind.
22. Forget to collect mail for so long that it gets sent back.
23. Lose track of what day it is.
24. Envy those who look well-rested.
25. Adore anyone who offers to watch your kids so you can catch some rest.
26. Listen to your children’s music even when they’re not in the car.
27. Use your partner’s toothbrush because yours is nowhere to be found.
28. Re-read the same page of your book multiple times before giving up.
29. Leave groceries or baby bottles in the car until your vehicle starts to smell.
30. Pour a glass of wine by 4 p.m. to survive the evening chaos.
31. Anticipate your kids’ nap times and bedtimes with excitement all day.
32. Schedule doctor’s appointments and then forget to go.
33. Celebrate when plans get canceled, allowing you to stay home and relax.
34. Go grocery shopping and forget all the essential items on your list.
35. Opt for online shopping to avoid the store altogether—thank you, Amazon Prime!
36. Tell yourself, “Someday I’ll sleep again,” or “Tomorrow will be different.”
37. Decide to dye your hair darker to avoid upkeep.
38. Forget whether you’ve fed your pets and end up overfeeding them.
39. Question if you locked the garage or turned off household appliances, leading to unnecessary trips back.
40. Wear yoga pants daily, sometimes inside out.
41. Mistakenly use lotion or hand soap on your toothbrush instead of toothpaste.
42. Leave laundry in the washer until it starts to smell, then rewash it.
43. Bump into furniture, resulting in numerous unexplained bruises.
44. Have emotional meltdowns in public places, to the amusement of onlookers.
45. Frequently bump into the garage door or have minor car accidents.
46. Buy disposable plates and cups to avoid doing dishes.
47. Laugh at things that aren’t funny, questioning your sanity.
48. Plan a delicious meal, buy the ingredients, and then let them spoil in the fridge.
49. Wish for just one day when your partner could take on the breastfeeding duty.
50. Long for the days when you felt put together and wonder if they’ll return.

If you found yourself nodding in agreement with any of the above, you are indeed part of the sleep-deprived mom club. Welcome aboard! Membership is free and might just last the next 18 years!

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Summary:

Every sleep-deprived mom can relate to the chaos and humor that comes with motherhood. From coffee-fueled mornings to the longing for well-deserved rest, this list highlights the common experiences shared among tired moms everywhere.