How do you know you're a good mother?

Question

I have a 3.5 and a 13month old and sometimes I feel like I should be admitted to the loony bin But seriously, how do you know you're doing it right? I love my babies, they're the best part of life. Sometimes I'm not sure If I'm giving them enough one-on-one time or enough opportunity's, etc... I guess I'm not sure I'm doing enough for them. So how do you Mommy's out there know you're good?

Answer 1

dont we all wonder that?

Answer 2

well my 8 yr old tells me all the time and my other daughter is not complaining to me about not doing things with her as she is 14 and wants to be left alone and not be disturbed. Both of my daughters tell me all the time and it makes me feel great .  

Answer 3

mothers go through this.  as long as you make them feel safe and secure, you're doing fine.

Answer 4

There is no right way to do it,  Just do your best.  Are your kids happy and provided for? Do you end the day with a sense of "Wow, I probably could have done that better?" Im guessing you dont.  Keep up the good work!

Answer 5

I'm not a mother, but I have the best one in the world, even though she feels like she could have done better.  She worked horrific shifts to ensure my brothers and I had food on the table and though she didn't have a lot of time for us, we appreciated the time she gave us.  You already are a good mother in the fact you love your kids and would do anything for them.  They are your children and so long as you do what you think us best, they will be fine.xx