Hey beautiful people,
Today, I want to talk about something deeply relatable, especially for moms of toddlers: the reality of falling ill when you’re a mother.
If you’ve been through this, you already know the drill. The moment you feel feverish, exhausted, or weak, it’s as if your toddler’s sixth sense kicks in. Suddenly, they become extra clingy. They don’t want anyone else but only mom. They want to be held, played with, cuddled, and comforted, by the very person whose body is screaming for rest.
Even when you’re running a high fever or dealing with a pounding headache or aching limbs, there’s no pause button. Moms are still expected to:
- Wake up early
- Make breakfast and lunch boxes
- Bathe and dress the kids
- Drop them to school
- Handle the daily chaos of home and parenting
And through all this, there’s usually zero rest for mom.
Meanwhile, when dads fall ill, they usually get to lie in bed undisturbed. Food and medicine arrive by their side. Lights are dimmed. Noise is minimized. And honestly, sometimes it feels unfair.
But here’s the thing, it’s not about comparison. It’s about support. As mothers, we’re wired to keep going, to care, and to give. Even when sick, we push through. But that doesn’t mean we don’t need help. We do. Deeply.
Why does this happen?
Maybe it’s societal conditioning. Maybe it’s just how things have always been. But it doesn’t mean it’s right.
The truth is moms are human too. We break down. We get sick. We burn out. And we deserve rest and care, just like anyone else.
A small plea to all the men out there:
So to all the wonderful men reading this whether you’re a husband, a dad, or even a grown-up son, please step up when the mom in your life is not feeling well. If she says she has a headache or a fever, believe her. Don’t wait for her to collapse before offering help.
Here are a few things you can do:
- Wake up early and get the toddler ready for the day.
- Order food or cook something simple.
- Take the child out for a walk or to the park so she can rest.
- Let her sleep. Really sleep.
- Remind her that it’s okay to take a break.
These small gestures go a long way. Not only do they help her heal faster, but they also remind her that she’s seen, valued, and loved especially when she’s at her most vulnerable time.
Moms are superwomen but even superheroes need a break
Let’s normalize rest for mothers. Let’s remind ourselves that caring for the caregiver is just as important as caring for the rest of the family. A healthy, well-rested mom creates a happy home and she deserves every bit of support when she needs it the most.
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