Ladies, channeling the powerful words of Beyoncé—who runs this place? We do! We command the realm of motherhood, and we own it fiercely. When life throws us curveballs, we roll up our sleeves, square our shoulders, and strut with confidence because we are strong enough to carry the weight of the world, or at least what feels like it sometimes.
We strut because we trust our instincts when it comes to our children. There’s no need to explain ourselves at 2:30 a.m. when a fever rises. We know when our kids are unwell, when they’re hurt, and when they need us to swoop in and take charge.
We stand tall and proud, unbothered by the mom shamers. We understand what’s best for our kids; we know how to nourish them, protect them, and guide them towards right and wrong. The opinions of loud critics and self-proclaimed parenting experts? They don’t faze us. Forget the sanctimommies; we’re too busy being awesome.
We smile through moments of self-doubt because we recognize that mom guilt is a very real struggle. While it may sometimes motivate us, it does not define our capacity to achieve whatever greatness we envision in our roles as phenomenal mothers. We understand that guilt can be more akin to anxiety or even depression, and we refuse to let these labels diminish our worth. So here’s to telling mom guilt to take a hike!
Within us lies a fierce Mama Bear, ready to defend our families against any threat in a heartbeat. Even on days we don’t feel it, that power is there, ready to be unleashed during challenging moments—whether at the ER, standing up to school bullies, or protecting our kids from complex issues like divorce or societal violence. We are the guardians of our children, and we do this without hesitation.
Our love is intense and unique. It runs deep, and our kids sense it in every interaction, no matter how far they wander as they grow. They learn compassion from us, and our bond remains strong through love—that’s the ultimate badge of honor.
Being empowered means celebrating our diverse body shapes and colors. We know that true beauty radiates from within, and motherhood allows us to showcase our inner diva, even if that diva is rocking sweatpants or a T-shirt with baby spit-up stains.
We’re fierce because we often put ourselves last to ensure our children have more. Sometimes, we even prioritize everyone else so we can indulge in our own guilty pleasures (like stashing Halloween candy in the back of the freezer for months). Because, damn it, we deserve a little treat too!
The next time motherhood takes an unexpected turn, remember these empowering truths. You’ve expanded your heart to accommodate these amazing little humans, which sometimes means holding onto their fears and pressures so they don’t have to. Who else can do that? Moms. Only moms.
So, in the unforgettable words of Beyoncé, who runs this mutha? WE DO.
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In summary, motherhood is a journey filled with challenges and triumphs, and we navigate it with strength and love. We are the fierce mamas who run the show, and we do it unapologetically.
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