The 13 Loneliest Moments in Motherhood and What to Do About Them

In this dreaded moment it can feel like all eyes are on you — and against you. Instead of letting strangers' stares or your child's fit rattle you from being the parent you want to be, stay strong and remember that how you handle it now will set the tone for future meltdowns. People in the grocery store don't know the story behind the tears — that your child is normally perfect but was up all night sick and hasn't had her nap yet — and you shouldn't let fear of judgments dictate how you parent or view your own child.