As a mother, making sacrifices becomes second nature. As a woman, you are expected to be adept at taking on new capacities in your stride, even excelling at them, while sustaining and bettering the older ones! Mommies are the real Super Women of our times.

Even as ‘motherhood’ unquestioningly assumes the ‘center of their universe’ position and the Top Spot in their priority list, a mother is more than a mother. She is a wife, a daughter and a daughter-in-law; she’s a career-woman, a sibling, a friend… and much more. Being a mother is the most fulfilling experience they say, however, it can also be thankless at times. The only thing more exhausting and exasperating than having to constantly fulfill unending expectations of your children, is to be taken for granted… when you’re greeted with disappointment and disapproval instead of gratitude and appreciation. They say Mommies were made because God couldn’t be at all places at the same time… but it is imperative that Mommies are happy. When it comes to women vis-à-vis motherhood, unfortunately the sum of the parts (or in this case, just the single part – meaning capacity as mother) is greater than the whole. Off goes the balance. And with it, the happiness. Dear Mommies, if you think you could relate to some of what you have been reading, it would be a good idea to take this quiz and find out if you really are happy on the inside. Because, remember, even if it is all about your children, you would need to be happy yourself to keep them happy!

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So, are you a Happy Mommy? Let this quiz help you seek the answer. Simply choose one of the options and at the end of the quiz, add the number of statements you agree with to get your answer.

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1. Motherhood doesn’t stress me out – I don’t tend to get overwhelmed and exhausted most days.

__ Agree         __ Disagree

2. My child(ren) is/are respectful and well-behaved for the most part.

__ Agree         __ Disagree

3. I hardly ever yell at my kid(s).

__ Agree         __ Disagree

4. My kids are obedient – they do as I say, and not the other way around!

__ Agree         __ Disagree

5. I get enough rest every day.

__ Agree         __ Disagree

6. I make time to pursue my own individual interests – beyond my children.

__ Agree         __ Disagree

7. I do not habitually find myself comparing me – favorably or unfavorably – to other moms.

__ Agree         __ Disagree

8. My child(ren) always bid me bye when they leave the house and greet me on their return

__ Agree         __ Disagree

9. My child(ren) don’t have an issue telling me where they are going and with whom

__ Agree         __ Disagree

10. My child(ren) do not lie to me

__ Agree         __ Disagree

11. My child(ren) have never stolen from me or from others

__ Agree         __ Disagree

12. I find myself gravitating towards other mothers / groups and seek their encouragement and accountability.

__ Agree         __ Disagree

13. I pray for my children every day or most days.

__ Agree         __ Disagree

14. I have at least one fun moment and laugh every day.

__ Agree         __ Disagree

15. I never feel that my children are trying to avoid me

__ Agree         __ Disagree

16. I feel pangs of guilt that I’m not a good mother and need to do more.

__ Agree         __ Disagree

17. I am usually able to handle / manage my children’s tantrums

__ Agree         __ Disagree

18. My children always take the time to communicate and share their feelings with me

__ Agree         __ Disagree

19. My children always ask for my inputs and suggestions when making important decisions

__ Agree         __ Disagree

20. I understand my goal is to launch adults, not to raise children who are dependent on me.

__ Agree         __ Disagree

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Now add up the Total Number of statements you have chosen ‘Agree’, If you have scored: 

Between 1 – 5: You’re not really a Happy Mommy. Most days, you feel like you’re at the end of your rope. Remember, your happiness is solely your responsibility, and to be a happy mommy, you need to make a few changes – be more assertive (not aggressive), stand your ground; communicate your feelings with all at home. Connect with the woman you were before you were a Mommy and bring back the spark!

Between 6-10: You are experiencing moderate job satisfaction as a mommy – you’re not quite yet a Happy Mommy. You need to stress less and laugh more. Stop second-guessing yourself and be open to exploring new ideas and motivating yourself as a woman. Be proud of who you are and what you do and seek validation from no others!

Between 11-15:  You are doing good and you’re a Happy Mommy for the most part! You’ve gotten the right hold of the winning equation so you’re only going to get better. Just remember not to give in to the sense of competitiveness. Love yourself and you would have gotten even happier!

Between 16-20: You’re the Rockstar, Mommy! And you’re a Happy Happy Mommy who everyone just can’t get enough of! You’ve built a strong foundation and your children adore and respect you – you’re their idol and inspiration!

Happy Mother’s Day to all the lovely Mommies!