I just have to post about this...
So, being a young mom, I get a different treatment from teachers. And throughout the year, it seems to have gotten worse! So, I'm 25 and Adrian is 6 almost 7 and since he was 3 and in Pre-school, his teachers wouldn't take me seriously! So, I know I look younger, maybe 18 or 19? But I'm not! So, what if I was anyway? I'm taking care of my child and I want to be INVOLVED with his education and I feel almost BAD about asking the teacher anything. I feel that they automatically judge me for being so young and that sucks! When I've gone to like mother's day celebrations or open house or whatever, I even see other moms like starring at me... Yeah, ladies that look like MY mom, starring at me, no offence to those of you who are older with little ones... but why do THEY get to judge... you know? They're like 50 with their 5 year old and that's fine by me, but don't look at me like I'M weird... Okay, this just became like a bitching session for me but I needed to get that out of the way. I feel better now.
So far, this year's teacher doesn't seem so critical as the past ones...
6 comments:
I'm new to your blog and just happened to stumble upon it. I am a teacher so your post struck a cord with me. I guarentee you, that teachers are not judging you based on your age. We have many other pertinent things to worry about instead of how old the parents are. I might chalk this up to an insecurity on your part instead of a judgmental thing on a teacher's part. I'm not trying to be rude, so please don't feel offended by my comment. I'm just stating the obvious, from a teacher's perspective.
Or maybe these people around you are having that insecurities. Being young is your edge, stand out, you got fresher ideas. You just took the responsibility earlier than them. Being a great mom can't be gauged entirely because of age or how many wrinkles you have, right? your a great mom, i know.
Marla - Thanks for stoping by my blog! Sorry if I came out as if I was attacking teachers, I have just had a bad experience with Adrian's teachers so far. I don't see myself as insecure of my age, I love being a young mom actually.
Reign - Thank you Reign! and welcome to my blog!
Yea, I kinda understand what you mean. I hated when I was aat the other school how teachers treated me differently because of my mom. I know that's not what you mean but I understand what it's like for people to judge you for something your not. Have a good day!
i can totally relate. i had hannah when i was 21 so i'm a young mom too. i hated taking her to her mommy and me dance classes cuz here i am 23 with a 2 year old and the other moms were all at least 10 years older than me. i hated feeling like i wasn't good enough or something. its getting better now that she's getting older but still. i didn't see any 26 year old moms when i took hannah to her 1st day at pre k. hang in there. they're just jealous cuz we're hot:)
Thanks Becky! At least I'm not the only one who feels odd!?
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