Before I had my baby, or even before I started thinking about motherhood, I used to silently judge mums a little. Anytime I visited friends with kids and saw toys everywhere, unfolded clothes on the chair, or random baby things scattered around the house, I’d wonder to myself, how do they just leave everywhere like this without arranging it? Even on TikTok, I’d watch some mums record videos with messy backgrounds and lowkey think, her space should have tidied up a bit before filming.
Now that I have a crawling baby who wants to touch everything, carry everything, scatter everything, and somehow appear in every corner of the house at the exact same time, I finally understand. You can literally tidy up a place completely, turn around for two minutes, and wipes emptied out, toys everywhere.
I’m actually a very neat person. I genuinely love clean and organized spaces. But motherhood has taught me that sometimes rest is more important than trying to maintain perfection every second of the day. There are days I look around and just leave the mess because I know the moment I start arranging one side, my baby is already busy destroying another side.
Honestly, becoming a mum has made me softer and more understanding especially towards mothers. A lot of things look easy from the outside until life puts you in that exact position. It’s so easy to have opinions about people’s situations when you’ve never experienced them yourself.
Sometimes, you truly cannot judge or fully understand someone’s situation until life allows you walk through it yourself.
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It is the highest confidence anybody could have in you — giving his daughter’s hand. If you want to understand, imagine giving your daughter’s. That’s why you must never be ungrateful or disgraceful to whoever offers to be your in-law, even if you decline the offer.
Motherhood really sets you back … but on the brighter side, it’s Allah’s mercies and rewards for every little care you give your child. May we do it with understanding and supportive partners, may we do it right and may Allah be pleased with us.
Saw this tweet and I just had to say something.
One of the biggest reasons why a child will keep asking for something even after you’ve said no and explained why, is simple.
They’re used to getting their way.
Whether it’s cheese balls, screen time, or snacks, many kids have learned that if they ask long enough or cry long enough, they will eventually get what they want. That’s not always because the parent is weak. It’s often because the parent just wants peace. Or they’re tired. Or they feel guilty.
But here’s the problem. Children are incredibly observant. They study patterns. If your “no” has ever turned into a “fine, take it,” their brain records that data and uses it next time. Not to manipulate you, but because that’s what’s worked in the past.
This is why your child can say “okay” and still go right back to asking. They believe persistence equals results.
Now let me be clear. This doesn’t mean you’re doing everything wrong. But it’s a sign that some things need to be adjusted. And the earlier you fix it, the better.
Here are a few things you can start doing that help:
First, tie what they want to a task or reward. For example, instead of just saying no to cheese balls, say something like “After you help me clean up your toys, then you can have two more.” That way they understand that rewards are earned, not demanded.
Second, use time-based promises. Tell them they can have it tomorrow after lunch or in the evening after homework. The key is to follow through. This builds trust, patience, and emotional regulation.
Third, offer alternatives when you say no. If they can’t have cheese balls, suggest another healthy option or something else that feels like a choice. This helps them feel seen, and not shut down.
Fourth, stay calm. Children don’t respond well to frustration or yelling. The more you stay composed and firm, the more they’ll begin to understand that begging won’t work.
And finally, praise the moments when they accept a no without pushing. Say something like “Thank you for listening the first time. That made me really proud.” That way, you’re not just correcting bad behavior. You’re reinforcing the good.
Hope this helps
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