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Is it okay to feel bad about yourself as a mum?

Much as you may feel overwhelmed and unappreciated, remind yourself that your child loves you (Shutterstock)

Let's face it, the number of times you've cried in front of a mirror or wanted to scream (maybe you did) because of the home setting pressure are countless.

I once visited a friend and empathized with how she felt. Having two toddlers, no child care, and her husband out of town, she was so overwhelmed. She complained about feeling not being good enough.

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