Raising Kids During Uncertain Times

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Raising Kids During Uncertain Times: The Fear & the Faith It Takes to live our daily lives 

I don't usually write about the news. But lately, it feels impossible not to.

The world feels heavy right now — with headlines about war, conflict, and violence growing louder every day. And as a mom, it hits different.
I look at my child and think:
How do I protect them from a world I can’t predict?
How do I raise a little one in a time when even I don’t know what’s coming next?

📰 The Weight of the News

Whether it's global wars, political tension, or community violence — there’s a constant hum of fear in the air. And if I’m honest, I carry that with me in ways I never did before I became a mother. My son is the first thought in everything I do — and the thought of not being able to protect him terrifies me

It’s not just about what’s happening overseas. It’s about what could happen here. It’s about the safety of our kids in schools, in stores, even in our own neighborhoods.

It’s about the not knowing.
And that’s the scariest part.

🧠 The Mental Load of Being “The Safe Place”

As a mom, especially a single full-time working mom, I don’t get the luxury of falling apart.
I still have to go to work.
Still have to cook dinner.
Still have to show up, smile, and be present when the world feels like it’s unraveling.

And yet…
Every night, I tuck my child in with a prayer that this world will somehow be gentler to them than it has been to us.
I carry the worry, the questions, and the weight — silently.

🙏🏽 What Keeps Me Grounded

  • I limit my news intake to protect my peace

  • I pray over my child, daily

  • I talk about the world in ways that plant hope, not fear

  • I remind myself that while I can’t control the world, I can control how we love, teach, and show up inside our home

Because even in the chaos — I believe in creating peace, starting with the four walls we live in.

✨ To the Other Moms Feeling It Too

You’re not alone.
I see you, holding it down while holding your breath.
Trying to stay informed without drowning in it.
Trying to raise kind, strong, grounded kids while the world feels unstable.

This post isn’t here to offer answers.
It’s just here to say: same.

I feel you.

We're raising babies in a world full of uncertainty, but we're doing it with strength, intention, and love.
And that matters.
More than we know.

We will make it through. Please don't give up.  As scary as it is, I'm here for you, and I will always be glad that you're here. Thank you for still fighting and being here. 

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With love & prayers,
Anjelize
Curls and Chaos

Comments

  1. Belle2 July 2025 at 07:01

    This post honestly made me feel that I am not alone in all these thoughts. Thank you for sharing. <3

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  2. The life of Curls n' Chaos 2 July 2025 at 09:21

    I am so happy to hear that! You’re never alone, i’m here for you girl!

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  3. ASIA2 July 2025 at 13:26

    Keep it up girl! We want to know all the ins and outs about the journey of 
    navigating motherhood & how you take on life as a boy mom 💕 Curly girlies 
    this is the blog for YOU! Wouldn’t trust anyone else when it comes to curly 
    hair advice!

    Regards,
    Elasia Sumler

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    1. The life of Curls n' Chaos 3 July 2025 at 09:30

      🥹 thank you so much!! Your words seriously mean everything to me. I’m just trying to keep it real and show all the messy, beautiful parts of this journey — tantrums, curls, and all, thank you for the support! 💛

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