tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546965252487257512.post4733521996387604080..comments2024-03-13T15:48:08.850+08:00Comments on A Happy Mum: 8 ways to be a happy SAHM~Summer~http://www.blogger.com/profile/07478137784353655124noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546965252487257512.post-49141194031656042692014-05-16T04:23:58.829+08:002014-05-16T04:23:58.829+08:00Great tips!!! =) Great tips!!! =) stephhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16493046540155181434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546965252487257512.post-59866087176379888712014-05-15T14:45:13.827+08:002014-05-15T14:45:13.827+08:00I like reading your heartfelt posts. :) All the po...I like reading your heartfelt posts. :) All the points you've listed really resonated with me. I'm into my 4th year staying home for the kids and I have to say, the toughest part is not the physical tiredness or stress, but managing the emotional aspect of looking after 3 kids with not much extra help. Like they say, if the mum ain't happy, ain't nobody happy. I try to take care of my emotional needs, so that I can be a happier and better mum for my kids. Thanks for this post!Inghttp://www.ingspirations.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546965252487257512.post-83888105321094904412014-05-15T11:18:08.374+08:002014-05-15T11:18:08.374+08:00Hi WL, haha you are one of the most faithful reade...Hi WL, haha you are one of the most faithful readers ever, thanks for reading every para and I hope you somehow enjoyed reading what I shared. =) It helps to read your comments because they motivate me to keep blogging and keep writing from the heart, so thanks much!~Summer~https://www.blogger.com/profile/07478137784353655124noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546965252487257512.post-63187935162465323282014-05-15T11:16:52.698+08:002014-05-15T11:16:52.698+08:00Hi June, I need to work on point 5 too, haha. I th...Hi June, I need to work on point 5 too, haha. I think I was pretty unbalanced about that in the first couple years of motherhood, when the hubby had to go out socialise, chill out with colleagues, play poker whereas I was stuck with the kid because I was breastfeeding and was the only one who could make her sleep and coax her in the middle of the night. At times, I felt life was unfair, especially when I couldn't even drink a glass of wine without feeling guilty! Haha. It took me awhile to come to terms with the situation and now I am still nursing my 16 month old but those jealousy feelings are long gone. =) I feel much healthier and happier nowadays. Thanks much for reading! ~Summer~https://www.blogger.com/profile/07478137784353655124noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546965252487257512.post-44956212340642604332014-05-15T11:13:53.616+08:002014-05-15T11:13:53.616+08:00Thanks much for thinking alike and for reading! =)...Thanks much for thinking alike and for reading! =)~Summer~https://www.blogger.com/profile/07478137784353655124noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546965252487257512.post-81758153522032998792014-05-15T11:13:35.669+08:002014-05-15T11:13:35.669+08:00Hi Michelle, that is very kind of you, thanks for ...Hi Michelle, that is very kind of you, thanks for reading! =) Love it when you say mind over matter! I love that pic too, we took it in Phuket! =)~Summer~https://www.blogger.com/profile/07478137784353655124noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546965252487257512.post-87221988056821112802014-05-15T11:12:31.632+08:002014-05-15T11:12:31.632+08:00Thanks Serena, I try to take a step back from time...Thanks Serena, I try to take a step back from time to time too and see how I can better balance and handle my own emotions too. I guess we all learn through time and experience. You are doing great as a mum of two, let's all hang in there together and enjoy the most of our motherhood! =)~Summer~https://www.blogger.com/profile/07478137784353655124noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546965252487257512.post-73316189414216418262014-05-15T11:11:20.561+08:002014-05-15T11:11:20.561+08:00Thanks so much for your kind comment! =) I am lear...Thanks so much for your kind comment! =) I am learning every day too, it definitely takes time, effort and commitment! We all have our bad days but we just need to see the good that comes out of it. I know it is not easy, that is why we are all learning as mums and growing as our children grow! =) jia you!~Summer~https://www.blogger.com/profile/07478137784353655124noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546965252487257512.post-22735444598959530472014-05-15T11:07:01.968+08:002014-05-15T11:07:01.968+08:00Yay, we think alike! Hehe. I also wish to cherish ...Yay, we think alike! Hehe. I also wish to cherish and make the best out of my situation, I think we are very blessed to have two lovely girls! =) Thanks for hosting the blog train and for making me reflect on this, Adora!~Summer~https://www.blogger.com/profile/07478137784353655124noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546965252487257512.post-52349474858119803922014-05-15T11:06:02.224+08:002014-05-15T11:06:02.224+08:00Awww thanks Susan, I think stepping into motherhoo...Awww thanks Susan, I think stepping into motherhood in Sweden made me a very different mum than if I had stayed in Singapore, especially in the independence part. I think you are a cheerful and positive mum too, let's keep it that way! =)~Summer~https://www.blogger.com/profile/07478137784353655124noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546965252487257512.post-21512953410779633342014-05-15T08:17:09.243+08:002014-05-15T08:17:09.243+08:00a lengthy blog, but i read each and every para of ...a lengthy blog, but i read each and every para of it, even though Im not a mum, not even married yet ;) thanks for sharing!! =)WLnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546965252487257512.post-81517920364747479792014-05-15T07:39:07.536+08:002014-05-15T07:39:07.536+08:00Especially, think I need to work on point 5, thoug...Especially, think I need to work on point 5, though the whole article is so relevant! Love this! Junenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546965252487257512.post-5934112868703347382014-05-15T00:28:01.871+08:002014-05-15T00:28:01.871+08:00Loved this ...so very true! Loved this ...so very true! Tempestnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546965252487257512.post-66860433947255134172014-05-14T23:38:45.623+08:002014-05-14T23:38:45.623+08:00Hi Summer, another gem of a post from you! So true...Hi Summer, another gem of a post from you! So true and so very helpful that we need to take a step back and evaluate our emotions. Mind over matter! Oh I love the last photo of you holding up your daughter. Great shot!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13604073741455206873noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546965252487257512.post-91972987587678134192014-05-14T21:37:09.427+08:002014-05-14T21:37:09.427+08:00Nice sharing, Summer ! It made me take a step back...Nice sharing, Summer ! It made me take a step back and think of if I could handle my emotions better at times. Independent I may be but would definitely learn to go towards the positive attitude you have ! =)xavvyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04368117624844397207noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546965252487257512.post-57445039196004369422014-05-14T20:06:09.018+08:002014-05-14T20:06:09.018+08:00A genuine piece of heartfelt post! Love your attit...A genuine piece of heartfelt post! Love your attitude towards life and being a mum! Uplifting the spirit. : ) Nontheless, it takes time to grow in this attitude that you shared... through the ups and downs, we will slowly but surely learn! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546965252487257512.post-58647423626610199632014-05-14T15:09:40.885+08:002014-05-14T15:09:40.885+08:00I love this post, Summer! It's all so true. I&...I love this post, Summer! It's all so true. I've started feeling so much lighter since I decided to accept my situation and make the best of it!! Thank you for your sharing, Happy Mum!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12140142215352358254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6546965252487257512.post-85441834163977717052014-05-14T12:17:07.537+08:002014-05-14T12:17:07.537+08:00Some of the points you've raised is not just u...Some of the points you've raised is not just useful to know for those thinking of becoming a SAHM, but also applies to those being a mum. I really salute you for being such an independent mum raising your little girls and keeping such a positive outlook. Susanhttp://ajugglingmom.comnoreply@blogger.com