October 21st 2024.
Hannah Hiatt, a new mother of two, recently faced criticism for a video she posted showcasing the reality of motherhood. In the video, she is seen exhaustedly picking up 17 dirty nappies that were scattered around her house after a day of solo parenting. She found herself in the midst of a firestorm after sharing the video on TikTok, with many viewers labeling her as "nasty," "unsanitary," and "not relatable."
Fellow mothers were quick to judge, suggesting that it only takes a few seconds to dispose of a dirty nappy and calling Hannah "lazy." But she explained that, with her husband out of town and her own health struggles, other things took priority. She also pointed out that her children were well-fed, changed, happy, and loved, and a dirty nappy on the floor was just a small part of the chaos that comes with motherhood.
Parenting expert Laura Guckian, founder of Mind Mommy Life Coaching, says that the backlash towards Hannah is an example of mom shaming and the unrealistic expectations placed on mothers in society. She believes that Hannah is doing the best she can as a solo parent, and it's more important for her to be happy and for her children to feel loved, rather than having a spotless house.
After the initial negativity towards Hannah, a new trend emerged with the hashtag #17diapers, where other mothers shared their own "17 diapers" moments, offering a glimpse into the realities of motherhood. The aim is to normalize struggling as a mother and to support and praise each other for just getting by.
Hannah's video also received an outpouring of support from other mothers who wanted to "be her village." They applauded her for prioritizing her children and not letting the chaos of motherhood overwhelm her. Parent consultant Dr. Beth Dawson reminds us to have compassion for moms, especially when they are solo parenting. She encourages moms to ask for support from family, friends, or professionals, and to take moments for themselves to recharge.
To make parenting more manageable, Beth suggests creating nappy stations in multiple rooms, tidying up throughout the day, and setting realistic expectations. Laura recommends setting specific times for tasks and timing how long they actually take to avoid procrastination.
In the end, it's important for mothers to support each other and understand that motherhood is not always perfect. It's okay to have a messy house and a chaotic routine, as long as the children are happy and loved. Each mother is doing her best, and that is enough.
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