Two years into this pandemic, I feel like I’m teetering on the edge of losing it… again. Just the other day, my son, Max, snapped at me when I asked about a quiz he had taken. Five minutes later, I asked him the same thing again, and his tone set me off.
This morning, I went for a run and forgot my earbuds, phone, and wallet. I always grab a Diet Coke for a little boost, so how could I forget those things that were right in front of me as I rushed to get the kids off to school?
My partner, Jake, decided to leave some stuff at my place after our holiday together. When he casually suggested, “My hands were full, so can you bring them to me next time?” I lost it. I reminded him that I already had plenty on my plate and he needed to take care of his own things.
Like many moms, my mind is always racing. The to-do list never ends, and if I don’t keep everything moving, things get misplaced or forgotten. Guess who ends up picking up the pieces? Yep, me.
From a young age, I realized that I had to handle things myself—especially as a woman. We’re often the ones worrying about ourselves, our families, and everything in between. But when you become a mom, your brain runs like you’ve just chugged a dozen energy drinks. It doesn’t matter if you’re feeling sick, dealing with PMS, or just trying to catch some sleep. The mom brain never stops, which is why so many of us are on the brink of losing it all the time.
As we step into a new year, it doesn’t feel like a fresh start for moms. It’s the same old cycle—“same stuff, different day.” Especially during COVID, with schools being in such disarray. Moms have been hit the hardest by this pandemic, juggling worries about safety, work-from-home chaos, and the endless demands of parenting.
Somehow, my kids and Jake look shocked when I finally lose my cool. They seem to forget that I’ve asked nicely five times for a little help, only to be ignored until I raise my voice. It’s as if my gentle requests for them to take out the trash or clean up their messes go unheard.
Most moms I know are just one stray shoe or an empty toilet paper roll away from a meltdown—especially now. We’ve been pleading for help, expressing how overwhelmed we are, yet it feels like no one is listening.
So, here I am at my breaking point (again). You’ve been warned.
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Summary
The pandemic has left many moms feeling overwhelmed and on the edge. With constant demands and a never-ending to-do list, it’s no wonder we often feel like we’re about to lose it. As we navigate these challenges, it’s vital to find support and resources to help manage the chaos.
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