A Really Tough DITL of a Work From Home Mom

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[@Eringwil5]

Mama to a 2 year old, living in MA, husband works days and I work part time nights and weekends (while momming all day) and family lives far away. No way to make ends meet if we’re paying for childcare. Need a village 😔 not thriving but surviving! Thank you for the honesty ❤️

[@MeganAcuna]

That is so so tough. You are DOING IT even though it's hard. I'm proud of you.

[@naomibusana5956]

"Not thriving but surviving." Truer words have never been spoken

[@victoriahazelgrove7545]

I appreciate your realness so much! I’ve been watching you since you were pregnant with Rowan, and was pregnant with you wjth Juniper to fraternal twin boys. They are 16 mos and some days it feels JUST like this. They fight over toys sometimes and that moment you had when they weren’t napping or playing together-I just felt so seen!!! I dropped to 4 days a week of work from full time when I was pre-kids. I took a day yesterday just to cut the grass during nap. The day before I mopped and cleaned and ate lunch. Most days, I am not okay. The world is not setup for working moms. It’s impossible to do it all well all the time. Things that have helped-letting go of over Planning. I also have a scheduled moms night on Thursdays with other working moms and it is so therapeutic and nice to look forward to. We see you, and I shared with a mom friend this video. All my love! ❤

[@ilovebulldogs7632]

we are in a similar situation! my baby is 8 months and husband works mon-fri 8-4 and i work 4 evenings a week while doing all the cooking and most of cleaning. its hard but worth it!!

[@hopenoland6656]

I don’t think society has made it easy to have children. I absolutely hate that having kids often feels like an “inconvenience” in life, yet, so many people are popping out babies left and right, every single day. I agree- it shouldn’t be so stressful to have children. You should be able to simply enjoy this chapter in your life without it feeling like a burden. I despise that mothers have had to become “working mothers.” What’s the point in having kids if you can’t see them? Or if you have to constantly figure out a place to drop them off? It seems backwards to me. Also, mental health is absolutely worse than ever because of the ways of the world and how our ‘system’ has evolved. The way most people have to work 5 days a week to get a 2 day break is horribly unbalanced. I even think that children going to school for 7+ hours 5 days each week is really quite a lot for them. I can keep going, but you get my point. I understand how you feel.

[@stephanieruddock1386]

I think the biggest thing for me has been reevaluating what I actually NEED. I am a single mom with zero child support or physical support for the children. Pre-divorce, I had it in my mind that we “needed” a larger home, nice car, nice clothes, newest gadgets, etc. But that’s the thing. There will always be more and you will never feel like you reach a point of “success”. I have come to accept much more that my 900 square foot home is plenty for myself and my 3&5 year olds. My car may be 15 years old, but it runs and I have no payment. We only thrift shop. My goals have changed so much. I am a librarian, and I work full time outside the home to support my kids. My goals now revolve around finding ways to have more time with my children, not working more to have more stuff. I would rather live in my tiny home forever if it means I can cherish time with my family. And no hate on working, I do enjoy working as well, but not for the same reasons I used to.

[@kylieshaye9721]

While I’m sorry you had a challenging day, I’m so grateful you shared it. I have been struggling a lot with guilt surrounding my short fuse from being so burnt out just trying to stay afloat with all that has to get done. Sometimes I feel like watching KZbin gives me an unrealistic view of mothers & day-to-day life, but not your videos! I love your content & your realness. My favorite KZbinr!! 🤍

[@dianamedley3456]

I second this! You’re realness is so appreciated. I found myself agreeing to everything you said 1000%.

[@Matt_Acuna]

You’re doing great baby. I love you ❤

[@emilyevans7979]

We are all struggling with motherhood, and work, and lack of a village. You are not alone. Thank you for sharing your honesty, we see you

[@MeganAcuna]

Thank you my friend 💛

[@caitlynnmae2475]

I’m sorry you’re feeling overwhelmed. We all feel this way at different points. One thing I’ve been instituting with my 2 year old is quiet time outside of nap time/rest time. We’ve worked to him playing in his room, door closed, alone for 30-45 min at a time. Usually once per day. Also we do a lot of play in the backyard. There’s a playhouse, sandbox and other outdoor games for him. He can play out there alone as well (fenced in) as long as I keep the door open and can see/hear him and check on him multiple times. Ive made a boundary with my kids that sometimes it’s mamas work time and they have to play alone. This can make a mom who’s used to playing with their kids constantly feel guilty. But the research on independent playtime while alone is amazing in that it helps build resilience, patience, and focus. It’s good for mom. Good for the kids. Also, if you think about it from their point of view, unless you are proactive about it, they never get time alone. And for many people we all need alone time to recharge and get grounded from the business of a day. I’m a content creator as well and this is what enables me to get 30-45 extra minutes in. You’re a good mom. The best one for your kids. ❤ You go mama. 🎉

[@Christina-Bobina]

The struggles in this vlog were all too relatable. You’re not alone and I appreciate you for sharing this.

[@stunningjunk]

I work from home full time with no childcare and boy did I relate to your stress in this video! Love to see your real moments while at the same time doing your best to be positive and romanticize life!

[@breonnacannon]

Yes being a mother is so hard lol 😅 I’m a working single mom and I find myself getting overwhelmed and overstimulated more than I would like to, yesterday I broke down because I never get a break from my two year old 😩 I felt bad about having that moment where all I could do was cry but it happens!! Im trying to not be so hard on myself and handle what I can!! Glad to know I’m not alone

[@sarahshepard7822]

"Because thats what moms do, we just keep going" My heart when you said that.. motherhood is HARD. But I love our village of moms.

[@hayleyblake3311]

I’m a SAHM to a baby and a toddler, no job outside of it, and I’m overwhelmed so much of the time. I feel like so many factors in our current society make things harder, one of which is how much information we have on how to parent. It’s supposed to make things better, but in reality it makes us feel like we have to go above and beyond in every aspect of parenting and then we beat ourselves up when we inevitably aren’t perfect. My mom is always like, “I gave you some dry cheerios and threw on Barney for 3 hours every morning” and never stressed about it. Had no idea what a “wake window” was and said I took my naps outside on a towel during my sister’s swimming lessons 😂 Not saying that’s the better way to do things, but I feel like it shows how much more pressure parents feel nowadays which makes our lives harder.

[@Daynanae]

I find your willingness to be vulnerable about having a hard time to be incredibly validating for me! Thank you for keeping it real. When influencers only choose to show us the curated, perfect moment, it creates this idea that perfection is attainable and we should be able to “handle” whatever life is dealing us. I appreciate you! Motherhood can be all the things. It can be a blessing and it can be hard. It can be beautiful, and you can have a messy, awful day. You can love your kids and need a break. You can appreciate the life you have and want change for the better. When things get hard for me, I try to remember: it won’t always be like this. Hang in there!

[@MeganAcuna]

YES remembering that this is just one stage of many is so helpful!

[@StefanieandKameron]

Gotta appreciate Matt! He has the same outlook as my husband. It's so important to have that kind of support, especially after a looooooonnnnggg day of sensory overload 😊

[@jaynecrews2778]

Your husband is so sweet! My three children are now in their 40's. I have always said being a parent is the hardest job. It doesn't start at 9 am and end at 5 pm. I worked at home typing. A lot of the time I didn't start my typing until 9 pm and worked until 1 am. I very seldom got 8 hours of sleep. My husband worked out of town Monday through Friday and was not the type of husband/father that took over when he got home. I did not have help from my mom or my mother-in-law. It was very hard but it was importand to me to be home with them. Hang in there!

[@maddiebeeles9363]

Just from the title I know this is going to speak to me. Haven’t even watched yet and I can already relate. Being a work from home mom is so tough. I’m with you girl 🫶🏼

[@whitneycoleman6799]

Also wanting to add… it’s so refreshing to see this as well. When we all struggle and see this… it helps. From one momma to another…. Hang in there momma! You got this. We aren’t alone ❤️

[@emilyzuczka]

Parenting is all the emotions! If you feel them, they are valid- regardless of your current situation. Thank you for sharing and being vulnerable. You are helping a lot of people to not feel alone ❤️

[@larsynnecole]

I'm a mom to a 2 year old and a 4th grade teacher. I hate to say it but the whole "balance" thing just does not exist. Most days are so so hard and I almost never feel like any part of my life is getting all of me. I either feel like I let my kids at school down or I let my family down or both on the really bad days. Then I can't even get around to the fact that there is never time left for just myself. You hit the nail on the head when you said it is just really freaking hard!!

[@stephanieh.3402]

Girl you're not alone in feeling that way. Our society doesn't focus on supporting families properly. It's very rough and frustrating for us all. I have a 2yr I worked full time from when he was 3mo to 12mo and then was blessed to be able to stay home with him full time since but I understand the struggle from both sides. There is literally no winning

[@df8067]

Loved this, thanks for being honest. I'm a mother to my 2 year old son and a full time corporate manager 0800 - 1700 monday to friday. It's so tough!!!! Constant guilt, not spending enough time on either aspects. All I want to do is nurture my child but keep a roof over our head. We're all just trying our best and thats enough ❤

[@jadeortencio3730]

Literally in the same boat- no village nearby, stay at home/work from home mom ❤️ you’re not alone and I see you. It’s freaking hard. It’s a season of life. We’ll all get through it. Make sure to take time for yourself, mama ❤

[@lindsey8639]

I work a full time 9-5 from home and my husband works full time overnights. We have a 3 year old and 1 year old. We have 0 help so we had to send the kids to daycare/preschool and the cost is astronomical. Literally 2x our mortgage payment. It’s like we’re just working to pay for daycare. It’s actually insane. I wish I could quit and take care of my kids because I feel so guilty 😢

[@autumnthurman]

Definitely struggling over here, too, so you are not alone. I have a 7 month old and work full time as a teacher. Going home is like working a second shift, with dinner and cleaning and bath and bedtime. It’s sooo much and I miss my baby all day long 😞

[@springmore]

I became a full time SAHM almost exactly a year ago because I just could not figure out how to do my extremely demanding director level job, run a household, be a wife and be a mom. I couldn’t do it. In retrospect if I wasn’t trying to work from home while my husband worked from home and our nanny worked from our home and if I’d been on ADHD meds MAYBE I could’ve figured it out, but I’m not sure. I know I’m extremely lucky to have been able to make that choice and this last year has truly been the best of my life, but it’s not without regrets and fears about the future. Sending love, Mama.

[@gwendolynhannam4930]

Thank you SO much for your honesty. The end of your video made me feel less alone - you're right, its hard and there aren't any easy answers or solutions in this period of time. Sending big hugs to you and all the other Mama's out there! 🫶🏼

[@juliablanchette8126]

My answer is… we aren’t doing okay 😭 I live on the West Coast as well and my husband works and I stay home. We baaaarely make ends meet, but for me to work would mean we would have to put our sons in daycare which ends up costing probably as much as I would be making. Plus we want to be able to have them with us! It means very few toys in the toy rotation, small wardrobes, and minimal outings BUT we have learned the art of contentment and are teaching that to our boys. We do “shifts” taking care of the boys on the weekends to give each other breaks since half our family is out of town and the other half has little interest in helping with the boys. I have good days but a lot of really bad days and hope that someday I can provide a better village than what I am receiving and SO MANY other families in America do.

[@helisuvituulia]

You are doing amazing!! I can relate to you 100%. Sometimes, you just need to say it's sooo hard. But then we somehow are able to do it all again! It gets better and your attitude of gratitude is amazing Megan! 🙌🏼🤍

[@lakinkoester2212]

Right along side you all in this journey💛 and I’m just a sahm, not even working. My first son recently turned 3 and my second is now 10 weeks. It is a daily struggle having patience with my oldest. I will snap at him then feel immense guilt and grief afterward, missing the dynamic we had together before my second came. Sending love xo

[@nconley4]

I WFH FT with 5 kids. I cook dinner every night, do all the laundry, do most of the dishes … run the household. I have a partner and he is supportive and helps when I ask or need it. (Age range of kids is 21 - 6 years old)

[@jazlinervin]

Struggling too! It’s nice to know that we all understand each other to an extent. Being a mom is hard!! I’m a sahm and we only have 1 income from my husband and it’s a struggle but we’re hanging in there. I want a job if I can work from home but I also feel stressed as it is. Its so much pressure.

[@jmgrove4610]

Love you! I started doing this mantra and it really helps. The toddler has started doing it too. “I’m frustrated, I’m going to take a deep breath “

[@jennifersondej5551]

My girls are older and I wish I had KZbin when my kids were little. My husband was a Police officer and he worked all different hours. We had my family 45 minutes away and in a drop of a hat they were here. Two of my three girls has Cystic Fibrosis and they could not go into daycare so I stayed home. I had days like you had today and I understand completely how you feel. My husband would come home and play with the kids so I could have five minutes to myself. I love watching you Megan because you are real you don’t hide when you are having a bad day. I did have my niece come over alot and she played with the kids and on the weekends my husband worked I went to my parents for the day and that helped me out mentally after a long week. I did take them on vacation by myself (my parents were with me) but I drove up and back. From NJ to Mass. A funny store I was at a demonstration and he had all three girls they were 4,2, & 6 months old and my two older daughters shaved their eyebrows. My oldest daughter has strawberry blond eyebrows (couldn’t tell) couldn’t tell, my middle daughter have brown eyebrows and you could tell nothing like that ever happened when I was home with the girls. Parenting comes with no explanation how? Why? What? When? 😘🤗💕

[@Coast2Coast88]

I'm a stay at home mom to 5 kids in California. My husband works long unpredictable hours too and commutes! I totally feel you 100% on needing to be a dual income family. I'm about 5 years older than you, so our timing in buying a house when the market was better helped us in being a one income family. However, the village is non existent for us. I'm literally doing it all on my own with my husband and it's beyond hard. Some days I'm so overwhelmed by inflation, finances, my kids behaviors and if I'm doing enough or spending enough time with them. It's super hard. I truly think the best thing to do is to know that nothing is going to change. You just have to accept that this is the season of life and you have to romanticize it. I always think back to that video you made of romanticizing your life. It's so true. Go to a bakery, break up the routine, be prepared for toddler meltdowns by having paint, play doh, or something NEW to them so they don't fight over the same toys in the play room. As for mom guilt, remind yourself you're doing the best you can do in this current time and economy..I try to think of those in war torn countries..how happy they would be to feel safe at home with their kids, like we are every day. Of course our feelings of stress are valid but luckily, we have safety and freedom here and sometimes it's ok to leave the house a huge ass mess, it's ok to not check off everything on the to do list and chase your kids around the house and play tag and bake and have family board game nights. What feels like chaos right now is actually a snapshot of the most beautiful life of Megan Acuna and her family ❤ hang in there. Also, a little extra monthly expense for Rowan to have socialization in school is super worth it--don't be too hard on yourself for prioritizing that cost financially. You'll make it work.❤ you're doing great ❤

[@laurarivett5931]

I hear this. And I only have 1 little! I try to get him bundled up and outside as much as possible. He gets energy out and being outside helps me moderate my emotions. But it’s so hard. I often wonder how we can foster more community within the structure we have set ourselves up as a society. Where does one even start? We all have to move in together lol Solidarity sister!

[@stephaniedavis1367]

im definitely a silent subscriber but I just have to break that streak and say this is one of your best!!! thanks so much for speaking on the things we all are thinking and struggling with. and your hubs words of advice are just the cherry on top!

[@Matt_Acuna]

Thank you for being here!

[@emilyminns4586]

I feel your pain. Its hard looking after kids alone, keeping them happy and we often forget ourself. I am a single mum and find it so hard, so sometimes I just wanna hide away. But I love my son and I try to remember he won't be this young for long.❤ lots of love I loce your vlogs and videos. I will share your chanel to anyone I can

[@harveendhother7535]

Incredibly relatable. You are not alone. I am a working mom and both my kids are in daycare. I feel an incredible amount of guilt for not being there with them. During the weekdays, I barely spend enough time with them which totally makes me feel bad. Just trying the best I can to soak in the time that I do have.

[@lizzybee91]

I wish society would support parents in however they wanted to parent. Stay at home, work from home, part-time, etc. It is all so hard ❤ The village has to be purchased these days 😢

[@charlottegalland]

I am due with my third baby and work full time from home (it’s salaried and super flexible with when I get stuff done) but, I’ll be the first to admit my kids have a lot more screen time than I would prefer. I sit on the couch a lot while they play and watch shows. We take breaks and go to the park, walk, library etc. but, show time is sometimes the only way I’m going to get emails done and take some work calls. I also don’t have any babysitters or family that lives nearby to take my kids for any time. Gotta do what you gotta do!

[@Twocupsofcoffee]

Mama of a toddler under 2y, living in Italy far from parents. Mama and papa both work in a corp but with a smart working contract (u have to be at work only 5 times per month). And I feel the same frustration and sometimes burnout and bad vibes like u. And after the “bad moment” I would live again that time in a better way and more relaxed approach. I think is the same feeling and thought for all the mums of the world❤. I am a new follower of your channel and I like your messy pure vlogs of a young mum. I admire u.

[@DeLaBree123]

You’re definitely not alone. I had the worst morning debating similar feelings as a grad student, wife, and mom

[@jenf4616]

It’s SO HARD! We need a village! Preschool 5 days a week 9-2 pm is my village. I don’t work. But my daughter is going through chemo and keeping up with the home and taking care of her left me in fumes. I finally have in and submitted to outside help. It’s a lot. Mentally and physically. You’re doing a great job.

[@breannefried1840]

I'm dealing with the exact same situation! It's tough to get work done especially when it starts piling up and you can't do any of it until nap or bedtime. I'm not sure what others have suggested but I'd say there are 2 things really helping me. 1. My team - they're amazing. You may be surprised at how much someone can get done in a few hours and you can use a site like upwork to get it done for a pretty good price usually. I typically do a trial run which can be a bit more time consuming at the beginning but will pay off in the long term. Of course that does eat into your profits, but maybe $50 a week or whatever it is may be is worth it for your mental health and possibly give you more time to grow your business than you currently have. 2. is that I pay for a gym membership for a gym that offers child care. I don't work out when I'm there.. instead he stays for 2 hours a day (their maximum) and I just work in the building at that time. It's flexible timing which is nice and the care providers are great! I use YMCA but I'm not sure if you have that near your or if your location offers child care. Hope it helps a bit!! Thank you for your video! Helps me know I'm not alone!

[@StefanieandKameron]

I have ADHD and very familiar with making lists to keep a structure. I've felt very lost since getting pregnant again and realized my lists and journaling has ceased the last few weeks. Thank you for the reminder.

[@dwang927]

Thank you for being so authentic and vulnerable. I am so grateful for your videos.

[@ArniaKiaraOosthuizen]

I have been a silent follower for a very long time. I am a mom of a baby girl, same age as Juniper and I never related more to a vlog of you than this one! Parenthood is hard, but yet tomorrow we do it all over again. You are doing a great job! And you are the exact mother that Rowan and Juniper needed.

[@whitneycoleman6799]

Sharing with friends and family now! I love your channel and how real and raw you are. Don’t ever stop ❤️ I work from home as well and feel so blessed that God has blessed us with this life ❤️

[@katelynqueen3526]

Megan we are in the same boat! 🫠 I have an 8month old, work from home and in my first year of my doctoral program and I feel like I’m losing it pretty much every day 😂 but I’ve learned that it’s OKAY to not have everything done. Ive come a long way but my husband had to teach me to give myself Grace 😩 If the house isn’t clean, it’s okay just do what you can because tomorrow is another day. Take tasks little by little. What’s also helped is that on the weekends, I meal prep while my husband watches the baby. Just know that we see you doing your VERY BEST in every single vlog and as moms, that’s all we really can do. You’re doing amazing and we see you, we hear you and are here to support you and we just love you so much! You’re the best mama to those sweet babies ♥️♥️

[@jmgrove4610]

You have such a good balance showing positive and real motherhood

[@user-cu4bu2cx5g]

I loved this vlog!! So relatable. Thank you for the honesty!!

[@MegAlyssa28]

Megan from New Jersey here. I'm a full time teacher, part time doctoral student finishing my dissertation, and mom to a son. I basically use my son's naps for all of my doctoral work, and so it's so so so stressful if he doesn't nap or if the schedule changes in the slightest. This Sunday we went apple picking and I was able to actually enjoy myself, but it can be so hard when you are trying to compartmentalize so many aspects of your life. Your feelings are totally valid. Everything is temporary and tomorrow will be better :)

[@megancox9549]

Thank you for sharing even when it's hard motherhood still has beautiful moments.

[@debbiepalmer1094]

Love the advice from Matt on just getting on and cooking dinner.

[@Matt_Acuna]

Just gotta dive in!

[@kendallangelinehamlyn2402]

loved this vlog, especially sharing how you were feeling & seeing how you put effort to change up the afternoon & all the wisdom you share 💛

[@SS-zi1si]

Legit so grateful to see a video like this - thank you 🫶🏻 Sending love, you’re doing great mama!

[@RosssR]

Thank you so much for sharing, this is so relatable for most moms I'd say, I know it is to me, I don't work from home but then feel awful for not being home enough with my toddler and when I am with him then I feel awful for feeling overwhelmed sometimes. So so thankful for you showing reality, sending love, you're doing great

[@linneavail8061]

This really resonated with me! I have a 13-month old and with my job being remote, I’m really grateful I get to be with her every day but man is it hard! Thank you for sharing the real struggles of motherhood and making it ok to not be perfect all the time. :)

[@Jillianrc]

Literally the only way we make it work is my husband mostly works from home and makes good money. I stay at home but do very part time (4 hours a week) that earns us a decent amount a month that I’ve continued to do it. It definitely takes a village that almost nobody has. We live near family, but rarely get help.

[@alexwestmark1387]

This vlog was exactly what I needed to see. Going through what feels like the trenches right now in motherhood. So so grateful to not be alone in this. You’re doing amazing Megan, and thank you for being vulnerable and sharing reality with us!

[@olesiyamironova7571]

You're not alone, I know exactly how you feel. I go through the same motions myself with two kids and working full time. Just take it one day at a time and your advice on romanticizing your life from previous videos does work for me, not all the time but it helps a lot!

[@mandypratley9723]

❤❤❤ before you know it they will be grown up! My daughter is now 29 and my twin boys are 27. Hang in there 💐💐💐

[@ndemarsbsrda11]

I completely understand your frustration and stress. I am with you and struggling with this as well. Hang in there is are doing well and you stay positive. Thank you for being real with us. ❤

[@annabarona6531]

Megan, girl. I completely understand where you are coming from, and this was one of my favorite videos you've shared. Thank you for being so vulnerable. This is what I want to say to you (and what I'll try to remember to say to myself when I have those days): You're doing such hard work, and you are a wonderful and creative example to many. Your kids love you. They appreciate you, and every single effort you make to teach, love, and inspire them matters. ❤ It gets better. I promise. 😊

[@ChristinMWilson]

Thankful you shared this 🤍

[@Brook.Gonzales]

Thank you for sharing your raw challenging day. Being alone with kids all day is incredibly hard when they are having days like this, especially the sibling dynamics. And I'm sure little moments where you could talk honestly about how you were feeling, helped even just take the edge off. I am a nanny for 33 hours a week and I bring my 14month daughter to work with me. Which makes it 3 kids under 4. (soon to be 4 kids under 4..) MAN is it overstimulating sometimes..! I never get any help and I feel like I go crazy sometimes. Internally I'm losing my mind but I paint that cartoonish-like grin and keep going for the sake of the kids. And the hardest days are when there is the the fighting and jealousy. If there is one thing that has helped me is voice memos! I suckkk at texting so since becoming a mom I have been sending voice memos to let off steam, vent, talk about fun topics, etc. It's also great to do while doing chores because it makes them way more enjoyable. It's like mini podcasts but from your friends!

[@melissah.9115]

Thank you for this video!! It made me emotional because I could relate so much as a work from home parent. It always helps to feel understood by a fellow mom. Appreciate you 💞

[@NatalieAlfordvideos]

I work part-time after going back full time when my daughter was 7 months old and had a break down because I hated it (which, Im SO grateful I got to work from home before that). Part-time has been incredible for me, I'm so blessed that my mom can watch my daughter while i work, and my boss is very supportive. But I STILL struggle with motivation/energy, staying on top of my household (my husband is a domestic goddess), but I feel like Im just getting by most of the time. Motherhood is hard regardless of the situation, we're all doing the best we can ❤

[@KarissaLissette1023]

Ugh so relatable. I love this raw and real video. Thank you for sharing and I'm sorry its been a tough time. You asked what we're doing: In March I left my job to stay home with my 2 yr old before she started preschool this fall. Then my husband got laid off from his $200k yr tech job. (Yes tech pays well, but not if you're laid off for months, years). He is still looking for work. I had to go back to work. I am a marketer and I work from home while my daughter is in preschool. We feel the environment and socialization and everything shes learning is much better for her than staying at home all day with my husband haha. But money is tight. Hugs

[@cmconcon]

I love the quarter year REvision! I will happily share your channel!

[@VanTran-hc5rn]

Thank you for being REAL! FTM here and I TOTALLY feel you. I am the primary caregiver for my daughter. My husband works long hours when he does so on those days I am solo parenting 12 hrs plus. I never thought I would be a stay at home mom (not that there is anything wrong with that) but I did not realize how hard the job was. I have been struggling with the same feelings and frustrations the past few weeks. I am also a small business owner and I have been struggling to find time or energy after long days of solo parenting. Thank you for sharing, it feels a little better to know that I am not the only one with these frustrations and feelings. I usually no not comment on videos but I HAD to on this subject.Hang in there, you're doing great!

[@nataliabow]

Thanks for keeping it real! Come to the Midwest! I'm a stay at home mom and my husband is a teacher. Cost of living is definitely lower here! You are doing an amazing job! I can't imagine putting the kids down for a nap and then working. When I put my baby down for her nap, I lie down in bed and rest, I feel like I need that time before second shift. Hope your work life balance gets better soon and you rock as a mama!

[@emilynevins2143]

I am with you, Mama! I have a 2 & a half year old and an 8 month old. My husband and I both work 8-5 Full time from home. Our son goes to ‘school’ 4 days a week but only for 2 and a half hours. It’s SO hard. The only way we’ve been able to get through it is to promote safe independent play time. Sometimes when we have no other choice but to make the most with what we have. You’re doing amazing and Rowan and Juniper are so so lucky to have you at Matt!! Some days are harder than others but they’re always so worth it.💜💜

[@summerk350]

I have a 22 month old daughter and babysit a 12 month old boy and the mediating is very real, you’re doing great mama!

[@angelaurban2066]

Megan you are not alone in feeling this way. Mama of an almost 1 year old and 15 year old. Started working from home after I had my youngest so I could be home with my babies and it is hard! We dont have anyone who can help and cannot afford to pay someone for help. Some days work gets done and others keeping my humans alive is all I can do. Theres a reason theres the saying it takes a village. But you are so right we are all just doing our best and that is good enough ❤

[@JM-yi5kx]

Absolutely Love how real u are in this video ! Thank u for keeping it real ! We are not robots , I have 2 toddlers aswell 3 & 18 month old,I can 100% relate! Most days Im just surviving its not easy so much pulling on us, just remember u are doing the best u can & to them u are their super hero❤ give yourself grace & take it one day at a time.

[@moniqueungerer2112]

I completely get you. I had a rough week last week and felt that I was failing as a Mother. So just to know I’m not alone, it really helps. Hang in there, and know what you are feeling, are normal and it will pass. Thinking of you.

[@biancatejas9995]

I always look forward to your videos. You’re doing great ❤

[@Reneeseverson1]

I am a mom in the same season, but I live just north of Seattle. I wish I could hug you!! I feel the same way all too often. You’re amazing. Also, his advice at the end is 10/10. ❤

[@kaylafixesthefunk5641]

This video was everything! Your husband is a hoot and a godsend! You spoke so much truth. I feel ya. You are not alone. Thank you!

[@kyannandmat]

THANK YOU for being so real and vulnerable about this! This entire vlog is literally exactlyyy how I have felt recently. I have 3 kiddos (3, 2, and 8 months) and work from home. I have a smaller YT channel that is starting to grow (but at that point where it's been a ton of work the last year and a half and just starting to make a little income) and I'm currently creating an online course as well. I've been a work from home mama the entire time we've had kids (we've been entrepreneurs for about 10 years now) and newer to the content creation side in the last couple years. Man, it's TOUGH balancing it all. Even just if this makes me feel like I'm not broken and others feel like this also, this was so encouraging. Praying for you in the balance and cheering you on at the same time! You're doing incredible. ❤

[@kyliehartstang3231]

Preach it! I wasn’t able to work from home anymore once my boy turned about 5 months… I couldn’t get anything done! So good on you for doing what you’ve been able to do! Know your expectations at the start of the day and count the small wins! If you wake up everyday knowing you probably will have to wait until the kids go to bed to do emails/editing it won’t stress you out as much when you don’t accomplish it during the day and you can enjoy just mumming! Then any work you do get done you’ll feel more accomplished. We have absolutely no family around so I have had to do a family daycare for my 14 month old but we are lucky here in Australia we do get rebates and it’s manageable.. not great but manageable. As you said! I feel mum guilt working at the hospital even if it’s 3 days a week feeling I should always be with my boy… but it’s just not feasible.. both financially and mentally.. I am a better mum when I’m working and we have a little bit of space throughout the week. It’s all hard, any option or Avenue… and people just don’t realise how so until they have a child! You’re doing a great job! Continue to remind yourself that. Your kids are thriving xxx

[@rachaellongacre261]

Good job Matt! Megan you have a keeper.

[@Matt_Acuna]

Aw thank you 😄

[@robertabrito9937]

I’m feeling the same. Burn out! I’m not working. Might work part time and I’m already freaking out about not being available for my kids. My kids are almost 3 and a one and a half year old. I feel guilty about getting a job but I also would like to have a life outside my kids and meet people. Idk. It’s so difficult! I know exactly what you are talking about so good luck!

[@YourFriendAyana]

You are doing amazing, Mama. My daughter is 12 months almost, and I have to say, being a full time stay at home mom who is doing 2 naps (only in a carrier, other wise she won’t sleep because she’s been teething since 4 months), and co-sleeping and breastfeeding all night long is putting me at my absolute max. You have two, are working a full time job, and doing house work as well. You are incredible, and I think it’s so brave of you to share openly how things are going, and to provide a safe space for other stay at home parents to share.

[@laurenorona5861]

Everything you said is exactly my life as a mom currently with an 8 month old! Glad to know I’m not alone

[@cleansetsandbaguettes5236]

giiirrrrl...i feel this. desperate and happy for the break when they go to papa'shouse, but miss himlike 20mins later!!!!

[@Lival14]

While I dont have kids myself, Im 26 and still having to live at home with my mom because of just how impossible it is to live on your own with 1 income. For parents, I couldnt imagine. You and matt are doing amazing as parents and we can really tell through your videos. Financially, i get it. Its hard and with everything going on, yea income may be going up but so is everything else. For you and matt, you have the pre school, everyday necessities, and bills to pay for the house. Its awful how hard it is for people financially. Just know that you are doing great, and you are a great mom. Eventually whenever I start to have kids, I hope to be just as good of a mom as you are to rowan and juniper

[@meganthomson1347]

I really appreciate what you said in your video. My kids are the same age as your kiddos and I am 100% feeling the same way as you! It is so hard and frustrating, but also good

[@emmaschietinger3037]

I 1000% felt this in my soul. Very similar set-up, I've been primary care for my 3 year old for his whole life (2nd kiddo on the way) and lucky for my parents being close by for also working (self employed also) full time, and primarily in charge of house upkeep, and it feels like I'm privileged but also soooo dang hard, I've said on many occasions I've never been able to give 100% to any of it, kid, work, definitely house, but you are right, that is just the season of life I'm in. And it sucks that our country makes it impossible for women especially to do any less than this. But yes, I feel this sentiment daily! We just have to power through, we can do it!

[@Zulaikha_Jootot]

I've never related to a video more but you are crushing it mama! One day at a time. ❤

[@prettythingsthings4474]

Just ordered my dark academia everyday presence journal 🥰 that snoop wine is pretty good! 😂

[@likeomgsrslynoway]

You are gorgeous and I loved your outfit in this!!

[@yourdoulagrace]

I feeeeeel this!! I'm a doula and just started my channel and I look up to you! You do a ton! Prioritize, list, work through and delegate where you can 🥰

[@GreenMonkey7979]

Currently watching with my little guy (who loves watching Rowan!) and let me tell ya, you’re one of the channels I constantly rave about. If we ever find ourselves in Washington I feel like we have to meet each other 😂❤ Patience is definitely hard on us mommas. I used to be a preschool teacher and had all the patience, now that I have my almost 1 year old, patience is difficult! Stay strong! ♥️♥️♥️

[@abi_smith]

I'm so sorry you've having a rough time. I feel you! It's the same in England. We have ZERO help. No family in this country so we have to cover childcare holidays between my husband and I, renovate a house that's been taken back to the soil and stone (bought before we knew about our little one), and also cover sickness days off etc. I WFH as a Buyer, my hours are condensed so I do 40 hours in 4 days leaving no time for the things I need for mental health like the gym and being on top of life admin. Childcare is extortionate but you can't live off one normal income either. You try to be present but when you're little one is home it's also the days you need to keep the house in order like do the food shop and just life. Not to mention my husband and I have our time split a lot as he's ALWAYS renovating during his time off and when he's with our son I'm doing my part. I also have a YT channel (Abi Bloom) which I loved growing etc but with the lack of time I've neglected it and I feel sad about that as it was my thing and my hobby but it doesn't take priority. It's so dam hard and I only have the one little one. I really appreciated you sharing this more than you'll know!

[@Britneealoisio]

I felt your getting unready convo topic in my SOUL! Feels like there’s no good option and just feeling guilty alllll the time for what I’m “not doing” when I’m putting these expectations on myself!

[@livelaughlove000]

I feel this! I only have 1 baby so far and he is almost 10 months old and I’m on maternity leave still until he turns 12 months. But I also have to keep the house afloat and do all the cleaning, laundry, shopping, etc. I’m really stressed about how it’s going to change when I go back to work full time. I have to go into the office everyday and will be away from baby all day. Mom guilt over putting him in daycare but as you said living in a big city now a days on one income is near impossible. It’s so hard! You are doing your best as we all are. I’m sure you children feel loved and cared for which at the end of the day is all that matters.

[@oliviaand1230]

I resonated so much with your little talk about WAHM and moms in general. I WFH 5 days a week with my 2u2, and it 10000% feels impossible sometimes! My oldest goes to prek parttime 2x a week and it's slightly better, but it's wild and the guilt eats me alive. I grapple between wanting to be a SAHM and then continuing to work since I actually love my job. It's just hard to juggle it all, and honestly come summertime when the baby is walking I might just have to be a SAHm for a while...because childcare is insaneee. Just saw your video, heard your talk and subscribed right away. You seem like my kinda person. You're doing a great job!

[@BHtv0711]

20:57 to 21:15 - oh man I felt that :D I'm from Germany, but a lot of the struggles are the same. Like you said, it feels like we're expected to work like we don't have children and we're expected to care for our children as if we don't work. Depending on the field you work in, it is almost impossible to live off of one income in Germany, too. My partner and I try to split all work outside and inside the house as evenly as possible - he works 32 hours per week, I work 28 hours per week, and we both have our responsibilities with childcare and household. Also, I LOVE my work and I WANT to do it. But I do have to say that the childcare and support here is pretty good. Not everything works out for everyone, but in general there are a lot of options for nurseries, preschools, kindergartens, and so on here. For the options for children under 3 it can be a bit tough to get in, but for Kindergarten (from ages 3 to 5 here) and preschool (that's from ages 5 to 6/7 here) it's very easy (I'd say 99% of kids age 3 and up go to Kindergarten/preschool here) and really, really affordable because a big portion of the costs are subsidized by the German state/the city. Aaaand I have the absolute luxury to have my parents live close by (15 minute drive) and them wanting to be involved in my kid's life. My mum picks up my kid from Kindergarten 2x per week and takes them home and also makes them dinner, and most of the times they sleep over at my parents house once or twice every two weeks. Not everyone has that here, so I know I am lucky to be in such a situation.

[@xeniacristinacerratofunes6603]

Ohhh girllll same over here 🫠😂 we got this 🥰