Parenting is full-on. Between school runs, meals, homework and the never-ending to-do list, it’s easy to feel like you’re always rushing to the next thing. In our ongoing series of poems for parents, we’re sharing pieces that ask us to pause, even just for a minute, and notice the small moments that make up family life.
This week’s poem, Slow Down Mummy, is by Rebecca Knight — a gentle, honest reminder that our children grow up fast, and that the busyness of daily life can sometimes get in the way of simply being present with them.
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About the poet
Rebecca Knight is a mum from Guildford with three daughters — Jessie-Jane, Ellie-Faith and Giorgia-Evie. You can read more of her writing at her site, Reflection Space, or find her on Facebook.
Why poems like this matter
Poetry has a way of putting into words the feelings many parents have but rarely say out loud. Whether it’s guilt over a rushed morning, love for a sleeping child, or the quiet ache of watching them grow, poems for parents like this one give us permission to slow down and feel it all.
If this poem resonated with you, take a moment today — put the phone down, sit with your child, and just be present. That’s really what “Slow Down Mummy” is asking of us.
More poems for parents
If you enjoyed this, you might also like these other poems for parents in our series:
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