Working Wounded: Fatigue and the Working Mother
Working Wounded: Fatigue and the Working Mother
More and more women are getting jobs, and most of them are "moms." Working mothers are some of the most likely to feel stressed and tired from having to combine work, family, and social life. Stress and anxiety can make working moms fatigued and low on energy. There are a lot of people and things that want her attention, like her job, her kids, her spouse, her closest friend, her church activities, and even her bible study group buddies. It might make a mom feel tired, lazy, or listless. More than half of new parents in the U.S. have to work outside the home. Another group of working mothers is those who go back to work six to twelve weeks after having a baby. Medical studies show that women who go back to work after having a baby may still show signs of postpartum depression, such as muscle weariness, discomfort, less sexual activity, and lower back pain.
A LIST OF THINGS THAT MAKE A MOM MORE TIRED:
1. Not getting enough sleep, either because you're working too much or because you're too worried to sleep adequately.
2. Not being active—you're out of shape, and it's not true that you work out too much. Most days of the week, doing moderate exercise for half an hour may make you feel better, lower your stress, and give you more energy.
3. Not eating right—getting the wrong kinds of foods or not drinking enough fluids. Also, try to cut back on caffeine, since this will only make things worse and make it difficult for you to relax and go asleep.
4. Stress and anxiety: There are too many things to do in too little time. This will keep you on the edge and make you less relaxed.
5. Some drugs, like antihistamines and beta blockers, some pain killers, and other stimulants, can keep you awake at night.
ADVICE FOR WORKING MOMS
l Know how to provide tasks to others l Keep everything in order, including your schedule, your possessions, and your activities l Make sure you really love your job and don't let it stress you out or annoy you.
l Tame your inbox and get rid of junk mail l Make a To-Do list l Use your calendar to write down essential events and stick to it l Put labels on your stuff as you sort them out, file them, or put them in filing cabinets l Stay active by walking or biking for a few minutes. More and more women are getting jobs, and most of them are "moms." Working mothers are some of the most likely to feel stressed and tired from having to combine work, family, and social life. Stress and anxiety can make working moms fatigued and low on energy. There are a lot of people and things that want her attention, like her job, her kids, her spouse, her closest friend, her church activities, and even her bible study group buddies. It might make a mom feel tired, lazy, or listless. More than half of new parents in the U.S. have to work outside the home. Another group of working mothers is those who go back to work six to twelve weeks after having a baby. Medical studies show that women who go back to work after having a baby may still show signs of postpartum depression, such as muscle weariness, discomfort, less sexual activity, and lower back pain.
A LIST OF THINGS THAT MAKE A MOM MORE TIRED:
1. Not getting enough sleep, either because you're working too much or because you're too worried to sleep adequately.
2. Not being active—you're out of shape, and it's not true that you work out too much. Most days of the week, doing moderate exercise for half an hour may make you feel better, lower your stress, and give you more energy.
3. Not eating right—getting the wrong kinds of foods or not drinking enough fluids. Also, try to cut back on caffeine, since this will only make things worse and make it difficult for you to relax and go asleep.
4. Stress and anxiety: There are too many things to do in too little time. This will keep you on the edge and make you less relaxed.
5. Some drugs, like antihistamines and beta blockers, some pain killers, and other stimulants, can keep you awake at night.
ADVICE FOR WORKING MOMS
l Know how to provide tasks to others l Keep everything in order, including your schedule, your possessions, and your activities l Make sure you really love your job and don't let it stress you out or annoy you.
l. Get rid of junk mail and organize your inbox; l. Make a to-do list; l. Use your calendar to write down key appointments and stick to it; l. When you sort your items, label them and store them in filing cabinets; l. Stay active. Walking or biking for a few minutes will help you build up your stamina. But don't go overboard with physical activity.
l Cultivate excellent sleeping habits—don't read, eat, or watch TV in bed. Keep your bedding clean and comfy, and make sure your room is dark and quiet. If you can, try to take naps now and again.
If you still feel tired a lot and for a long time. You should see a knowledgeable doctor so you can get the right diagnosis. There may be medical reasons for your tiredness, such as:
l Depression is often linked to extreme tiredness and comes with symptoms including loss of appetite, melancholy, trouble sleeping or sleeping too much, and more.
Cancer: A full checkup can indicate if your tiredness is a sign of cancer.
Sleep apnea: This disorder is marked by loud snoring. This is a typical cause of tiredness since it makes it hard to sleep.
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is a condition that makes you feel very tired even when you sleep.
Anemia is a blood illness that makes it hard for your blood to carry oxygen.
Thyroid difficulties are when your thyroid gland doesn't make enough thyroid hormone.
You need to make some modifications to your lifestyle or obtain therapy for your weariness as a working mom.
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