Jennifer Batchelor is a writer, wife, mom, and Nashville native. She openly admits to being the messiest member of her household but makes up for it with baked goods. You can read more of her musings on motherhood, marriage, and the space for grace at That Batchelor Life.
While it may not get any easier, trust me—it’s going to keep getting better.
The truth is, when I don't take care of myself, I can't take care of anyone else.
My 3-year-old had the best idea, and we just ran with it.
I don't have the option of putting my job on hold for two months, but it's also unreasonable for my kids to spend huge chunks of the day in silence so I can work like I'm used to.
Unlike many women I know, my progression to becoming a stay-at-home mom was neither planned nor expected.
Just because it’s common doesn’t mean it’s not hard.
Nothing compares to being a mama.
As the default parent, I am the keeper of the pantry, the schedule and all sports accessories.
I can’t fast-forward to an easier season, so I may as well lean into the hard ones.
While it may not get any easier, trust me—it’s going to keep getting better.
