Is sleep becoming the latest mompetition?

With changing values in the parenting world, ideals for food, crafts, and now even sleep are being questioned. A recent New York Times article discussed how more sleep can lead a parent to help their child succeed. Not long ago, parents shared with other parents about lack of sleep like a rite of passage with young children. With more sleep as the latest trendy goal, parents will hopefully get much-needed rest, instead of judgement from other parents.

Key Takeaways:

  • Mom, blogger, Laura Falin, notes that once upon a time Mom’s swapped war stories showcasing what little sleep they got, while trying to get Junior to sleep.
  • Nowadays, Falin notes, Mom’s are apt to be scolded for not getting the latest gadget, or using the latest technique to ensure Junior sleeps.
  • She suggests the competitive spirit is misplaced and Moms that get the kids to sleep should be congratulated and those that struggle should be commiserated with.

“We live in a world where we can work anywhere, anytime, and I definitely see a shift back towards a simpler time where things like real food and homemade goods are becoming more valued”

Read more: https://blogs.babycenter.com/parenting/oh-good-its-another-way-for-moms-to-be-judged/

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