Mommy Has to Work

During motherhood, there are going to be times when you’ll need to shout at your kids. It’s one of the harshest realities any parent faces, but it’s a necessary part of raising rounded children. If you never shout at them, they’ll have no boundaries. That could cause significant struggles down the line. So, if your kids are naughty, you NEED to impose some form of punishment.

Sometimes, though, we’re guilty of shouting when we probably shouldn’t. We all have bad days when the smallest things push us over the edge, and kids are good at pressing our buttons. But, shouting at your kids when they don’t deserve it isn’t okay. What’s worse, some of us experience extended periods of unexplained anger. Whatever the reason, these can leave our kids feeling unable to approach you. That isn’t what any parents wants. If this sounds familiar, consider whether these reasons could be behind your rage.

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You aren’t sleeping enough

Not sleeping can wreak real havoc on wellbeing. It can have an impact on both your physical and mental health and that can quickly lead to anger. If you aren’t sleeping enough, is it any wonder you’re running on a short fuse? If this is the case, it’s crucial you address the issue. Develop a bedtime routine which aids sleep. This could include calming drinks and a no-screen time rule. In extreme cases, you should visit a doctor and see if they can assist you. You may not even realize that you aren’t getting the sleep you need. Small things, such as waking up at regular intervals, can have as significant an impact. In this instance, think about what’s waking you. Is there too much light in your room? If so, invest in some blinds. Is your mattress uncomfortable? If yes, head to sites like https:/mattress-guides.net and choose a new one. Whatever you do, make sure you take action to get better sleep in the future.

Your diet’s off-kelter

You may not know it, but diet can impact rage in a significant way. We’ve all, of course, heard of the phrase ‘hangry’. And, there’s not getting past the fact that you’re going to get mad if you don’t eat enough. But, there’s actually more to the food/anger relationship. As can be seen from sites like www.thealternativedaily.com, there are particular food groups thought to cause higher levels of rage. Trans fats and carbs are notorious for this. A study by the University of California demonstrated that trans fats interfere with metabolism. And, carbs are high in sugar, leading to energy lows and rage.

Your hormones are raging

No woman appreciates having it pointed out that she’s hormonal. But, it’s also important to acknowledge that you’re going to feel inexplicably angry at the same time each month. You can reduce the impacts of PMT by looking after your health, and also tracking your cycle. If you know to expect hormone-related anger, you’ll be in a much better position to keep it away from your kids.

Anne

I'm a mother of 2 who likes to get involved in too much! Besides writing here I started a non-profit, I'm on the PTO board, very active in my community and volunteer in the school. I enjoy music, reading, cooking, traveling and spending time with my family. We just adopted our 3rd cat and love them all!

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