Mommy hacks - during “ THE “ Pandemic

         

    

Mommy Hacks

Hey guys, in this blog i will share 5 awesome mommy hacks, that could help you tackle a situation with your little “mini-me versions”.

 

This pandemic has not only challenged us as adults, but has affected our kids all the more. Not being able to socialise and play amongst their school Friends and neighbourhood has made them even more grumpier and sad.

The first and foremost mommy hack (I’m sure you all practice it more than ever)

Hack #1:  NEVER SAY NO!

So this is a trick, I learnt along the way on this journey of motherhood. When my little one used to get grumpy for no reason, and ask for something which we shouldn’t be giving in on, we used to convince the kid by saying “oh yes, very soon we will do that too”. 

This trick helps you tackle the drama that could have triggered into stubbornness of the child leading him into tears and anger. 

Currently, we all are stressed enough, and adding more stress to anyone would only create a lot of negative energy. 

It solves the whole drama of crying and nagging. Saves you from going bonkers and everyone leaves happy.

Also, when we use the word “no” whether it is for kids or adults it is not very well appreciated. Based on my experience, I will suggest you try using different ways to shift from the topic , for example, 

“Of course, but maybe first we should try doing this”

“Why not! Let’s do that in a bit? 

“Awesome idea, why don’t we first finish this task”

A big NO can can be avoided, and you will see how eventually your kid understands to accept a different way to “no”. It leaves your kid with a feeling of being heard and acknowledged.

Do give it a try.

Hack #2: COMMUNICATE

Communication is the key to your child’s heart and mind. We all have faced this pandemic in our own different ways, hence we end up being too serious amongst the daily news and get going with our work and chores, we end up letting the kids just be by themselves, with a few crayons or more screen time / videos.

But for how long will a child be all by himself? He needs to socialise. We are lucky enough to have our friends and colleagues to connect to over a call. But, our kids are too little too understand that kind of communication. They end up showing toys over video calls to your friends. Because they want to be heard. They want to be noticed.

Communicate with your kid. Pick out any topic you think your kid will love to converse about. Only when you actually give your time and interest to him, he will allow you to have your time off. 

Talk to the kids about basic things and teach them about various facts. It really takes them to a different level of “awesome”.

Hack #3: MAKE THEM A PART OF YOUR ROUTINE

This hack is Legit. Yes, we all are locked indoors and cannot escape from each-other for a long time, especially KIDS.

So make them a part of your routine. Maybe when you are doing the dishes, and if your kid is walking around you, eating your head about something,  instead of gluing the kid to a tv, tab, phone or I pad, you can start asking for help. 

Kids love to help. It makes them feel responsible, because Kids love to copy their parents. When you give them a little task, they may or may not do it properly but their effort is real. And that doesn’t harm the kid or you. 

In fact it creates a stronger bond.

Hack #4: APPRECIATE 

Well yes, we often neglect the appreciation part when it comes to the kids.  We only remember how they were screaming and how we ended up scolding them, or threatening them with something as silly as their “grumpy reason”. 

Such situations always worsen down to tears and a lot of guilt. So here, I would want you to try to appreciate as many times and as many things of theirs as much possible. It empowers them. 

And out of all it makes them very happy. Who doesn’t like a happy kid eh? 

Your appreciation will be appreciated ;)

Hack #5: ACTIVITY TIME

We all are glued to our screens all day long, for various reasons. Unfortunately this pandemic has increased it further more. We have become lethargic and let admit (lazy bums) too.

Activities with your kid will not only keep him occupied but also take your mind and stress off. It will help enhance your mind and those little giggles work like magic.

There are infinite indoor activities you can do with your kid. Movie nights, Dj nights, dress up evenings, etc. . . 

I hope this blog finds you and helps you out.

I wrote this during pandemic and just forgot, that it was drafted away. Not necessarily to use these hacks just when in PANDEMIC. These hacks are handy for life! 

We are based in Mumbai, India where pandemic really took a toll on us and kids and I jotted down these hacks that helped me out.