About Mama Brain
Mama Brain
I was warned about ‘mama brain’ or ‘mommy brain’ when I was pregnant- and I have to admit the hormones, lack of sleep, caffeine deprivation, and huge responsibilities associated with parenting can make me feel a bit delirious and/or cranky. Let’s face it, there are some things about being a parent that are repetitive… combine that with the lack of sleep often associated with round the clock childcare and the days easily start to blur together.
While I have been known to put the coffee pot in the fridge and the cheddar cheese in the cutlery drawer (both true stories), I strongly believe that I am using my brain a whole lot more than I did before. Also, I think most people would agree it takes a Mama Brain, not a ‘mama-brain’ to be an efficient (and sane) ChairMom of the Horde.
Organizational tools, and other systems and strategies from the business world applied to parenthood.
I worked in retail management for more years than I’d like to admit to, and a corporate training department after that – before I became a mom. With zero parenting experience, I found that I relied on my previous work experience pretty heavily.
I found that if I implemented organizational tools, and other systems and strategies from my experience in the business world – I could put the day-to-day drudgery aspects of parenthood on automatic pilot and enjoy more quality time with my daughter and more peace of mind for myself.
Writer By Day, Bassist By Night, Mom Around the Clock
Getting out of the house keeps me sane, as do some non-mommy interests. I play in a band and I also blog about my writing work, music, craft projects, and cooking at ishouldbenapping.com.
Thank You
It’s so nice to hear that someone has visited (and like) this site. The Mama Brain content/format doesn’t really allow for participation in those mommy blog awards that get passed around, so I’ve been using my brain to try to figure out how to give something back to show my gratitude. Here are some awards received recently – they link back to the person who gave it to me. Where appropriate, I’ll also add the giver’s site to my blog roll of links.
