S.A.H.M Discussion Board

Dear Mama,

I know this season of life is both beautiful and exhausting. Being a stay-at-home mom is one of the most rewarding roles you’ll ever take on, but it can also feel overwhelming and lonely at times. The days blur together, the to-do list never ends, and it’s so easy to forget that you are more than “just mom.”

I want to remind you of something important: you are in charge of your own happiness. Your joy matters—not only for you, but also for the little ones who are watching you learn how to live a full, balanced life.

Here are a few lessons I’ve learned along the way that I hope will help you, too:

Redefine “me time.” It doesn’t have to mean a spa day or a weekend away. Sometimes it’s as simple as drinking your coffee while it’s still hot, sneaking in a journal entry before bed, or…

Some moms choose the stay-at-home life for the deep, meaningful moments — being there for first steps, first words, and all the little milestones.

Others? Well… let’s be honest:

• No commute (unless you count the walk from the bedroom to the coffee maker).

• You can rock yoga pants for 90% of the week.

• Your “coworkers” are adorable, even if they throw tantrums in the break room, aka the kitchen.

• No one judges you for having a glass of wine at 5:01 PM… because you are HR.

Welcome to the S.A.H.M Discussion Board — a safe, supportive space for stay-at-home moms to connect, share, and grow. Whether you're navigating the daily joys and struggles of motherhood, looking for advice, or simply need a place to vent without judgment, this is your community. Join heartfelt conversations on parenting, marriage, identity, routines, self-care, and everything in between. You're not alone—and you don’t have to figure it all out by yourself.