There’s the kind of tired that comes from not getting enough sleep; it’s safe to say that pretty much all parents have that kind. But there’s also the kind of tired that comes from general parenting, household responsibilities, societal expectations, feeling touched-out… and everything else you might have on your plate. This week in the Scary Mommy Confessional, 12 parents share about what’s making them really, really, really tired.
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I’m so tired from mentally carrying all the weight of the family.
Confessional #4569923
I am so $&@% tired of nothing happening in my home unless I orchestrate it and follow up.
Confessional #49382738
Tempted to plan a work trip to get a break from kids/husband. I’m exhausted beyond repair.
Confessional #46273020
Dealing with my kid’s mental health makes me so tired 😪
Confessional #47263546
I’m so tired of all the sports on top of a full time stressful job and being a single parent!
Confessional #42378840
Exhausted from always being the default parent
Confessional #458273324
My 12.5yo old is EXHAUSTING. I’ve been fighting this child since he was born. I fear we will never get along and he will forever resent me.
Confessional #47388493
I need a break from my hubs and kids or I might lose it
Confessional #45834495
All I want for my birthday is a getaway far away from my family.
Confessional #448393993
Everything feels like a chore.
Confessional #463883894
Tired of my mom giving me advice on how to raise my son
Confessional #42363774
