“I HATE being a Mother” – Find Out Why Some Moms Dislike Motherhood
“Being a mother is one of the hardest things you’ll ever do …..but in exchange it teaches you the meaning of unconditional love”. This quote is not very far from the truth, at least the first part of it.
Being a mum, is hard, time consuming and can leave you feeling like you are all but running mad, even though the end result is totally worth the hassle. It is usually most women’s dreams and pride to attain the mantle of motherhood, but this is not the case for this group of women who have come out to say they do not enjoy motherhood.
In a very insightful article, inspired by BBC French author, Corinne Maier, who expressed her frustration with motherhood, other women have shared similar viewpoints as follows:
“I just don’t like being a mother”
“It’s good to know I’m not the only one who has felt empty being a mom. While I love my two children very much, I feel today I should never have had them. Not only are they expensive, but to raise children comes at a cost to career advancement unless women wait until they are over 35. There are so many reasons to feel joy in being a mom, but I feel exhausted and unfulfilled. ” Says Alex, San Antonio..
“I’m now 50 and broke. Thankfully just financially because I kept my sanity and life intact despite the children. Motherhood definitely isn’t for everyone and just because we have the equipment doesn’t mean to say we have the disposition. I gave everything I could, did everything I needed to but was it a “joy”? No. If I had my time again I would never have children” Joy, Bath also isn’t very keen on parent hood anymore.
“I’ve never been someone who’s good with kids… and I’m still not. My child is six now and I still find it hard to relate to him and his friends. A whole lot of the time, I just don’t like being a mother, and I generally don’t fit well into this role. I feel like an outcast among all the school mums who are so actively involved.” Anonymous, Cologne.
However, some mothers have mixed feelings about parenting..
“I adore parenthood…. it is not something I wish for my children”
“I adore parenthood, warts and all. However, strange to say it is not something I wish for my children. The world is a very different place and is changing in a way that you can have a great life without the sanctity of marriage and family unit. You can be happy and fulfilled without too much commitment to looking after others. A pet and lots of friends, a good job will about do it for the next Western generation, ” Jean, Troon.
“I have two boys and I love them to no end until the tiredness catches up and the daily noise doesn’t seem to stop. I used to be patient and had a functioning brain. That seems to have disappeared. It’s all about schedules, naps, food, clothing, tidying, playgrounds, the right upbringing, the right toys, what to say and what not to say, trying not to take things personally. When it’s tough I would like the no-kid-life, but when you get a hug or a kiss or they do something great for the first time I wouldn’t give it up for the world”. Anja, Maastricht.
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What is your opinion about this? Do you love motherhood or feel otherwise?
Being a parent is not easy especially motherhood.
hmmmmmmmmmmmmm
motherhood old say is not easy but I love it though its exhausting
motherhood no b beans
I love motherhood because for me it’s a privilege.
It’s not really easy but we’re doing it.
The most stressful, time consuming and frustrating job on earth; but it’s a privilege
The responsible of motherhood is so great, you wish the day should not break so that you have enough rest