I applaud you moms for putting a voice to your frustrations. I'm not a mother yet, but I know that taking care of a household is hard work. However, I do agree with some of the points of the other postings. While the women on today's show weren't complaining, I do hear a lot of whining and what not from my friends who are stay at home parents. They always complain that having children is so hard and being home all day is very difficult, and that they don't want to be a "Stepford Wife". Sometimes I do want to say--you made your bed, now lay in it. Before getting married, shouldn't it be discussed about child-rearing and sharing household duties? My fiance and I got all of that straight before we moved in together and before we got engaged. We discussed that if he doesn't share in the housework, bill paying, etc etc, then no deal--no marriage. Also, a lot of my friends keep procreating thinking this will convince husband to do more in the house. I just don't see how this could work. If having one toddler around is chaos, how is having a toddler and a newborn supposed to help.
I do however, understand where the women on today's show are coming from. It seems that these women have lost themselves and no longer do what they want to do. Perhaps one or two days out of the week, they can take an afternoon to volunteer or take a class. Getting back in touch with yourself is a wonderful catharsis and can lead to better balance in life. The kids get some time away from mom to socialize with other children (if they're at the babysitter, etc) which is a wonderful thing, and mom gets to break from the chaos at home. When mom is able to get some much needed "me" time, then she can operate much better. I'm in no way saying the kids should be at babysitters all the time, but something should give. Dad gets his outlet at work, kids get their outlet playing, and mom gets her outlet doing something that she enjoys (other than cooking/housework, etc). Even one hour a week for mom to go to a pottery or painting class can help. She may even foster new friendships with other SAHM's while doing so--and having a network of friends who understand your situation is a great support!
Moms do everything from kissing scraped knees, to being taxi drivers to coaching soccer — all at the same time! Ginger says she is overwhelmed by all the cooking, cleaning, driving and disciplining she has to do for her five children. She says her husband doesn't pitch in because he thinks it's a woman's job. Next, Amy says that with three kids under the age of 6, her house is in utter chaos. Her husband, Jeremie, doesn't know how to help, so Dr. Phil sends in "The Mom Squad" to help Amy get her household in order. And, Lexi says the way her mom dresses embarrasses her, and she pleads with Dr. Phil to help. Learn how to organize your life and even enjoy some "Mom Time." Are you a stressed out mom? Tell us!
