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Oh mama, if you’ve ever Googled “Why am I so tired I could sleep standing up?” while eating a granola bar you found in your purse, it might be time to check in with your thyroid.
That little butterfly-shaped gland in your neck is the unsung hero (or secret saboteur) of your body’s energy, mood, weight, and basically your entire vibe.
So, let’s play doctor — the fun kind with no co-pays or paper gowns!
Grab a pencil (or just keep scrolling while hiding in the bathroom from your kids) and take this super-official, not-at-all-medical-but-actually-kind-of-helpful quiz:
1. How would you describe your energy levels lately?
A) I’m basically a sloth in yoga pants.
B) I get through the day, but I crash hard by 7 p.m.
C) I’m energetic! (As long as I’ve had 3 coffees and no one talks to me before 9 a.m.)
2. What’s going on with your weight?
A) I’m gaining and I swear it’s not just the leftover mac and cheese.
B) I’m holding steady, but things feel… puffy?
C) Weight’s stable — unless you count the emotional baggage.
3. How’s your mood?
A) I cry during laundry commercials.
B) I get irritated when the dog breathes too loud.
C) Totally fine. (Unless someone messes with my snacks.)
4. What’s your temperature vibe?
A) I’m always freezing. I have a hoodie collection rivaling a college campus.
B) I randomly get hot flashes like I’m in a Beyoncé video.
C) I’m a normal temp… unless I’m yelling, then I steam.
5. What’s your hair situation?
A) It’s thinning faster than my patience.
B) Dry, brittle, and it takes a vacation on my pillowcase nightly.
C) Pretty normal. Unless a child has smeared peanut butter in it — then it’s extra crunchy.
6. How’s your sleep?
A) I could nap standing up in a Target checkout line.
B) I sleep, but never feel rested.
C) Sleep? With kids? LOL.
RESULTS:
Mostly A’s:
🚨 Your thyroid might be waving a tiny white flag. Fatigue, weight gain, hair loss, and mood swings? These could be signs of hypothyroidism. Call your doctor — and in the meantime, give yourself grace. You’re not lazy, you’re possibly hormonally hijacked!
Mostly B’s:
⚠️ Your thyroid could be whispering, “Hey… maybe check on me?” Some symptoms are subtle, but worth keeping an eye on. Stay tuned in, talk to your doc, and maybe sneak a nap when you can.
Mostly C’s:
👏 Your thyroid might be doing okay… or you’ve just adapted to the madness of mom life like a pro ninja. Either way, you’re managing like a champ. Just remember, exhaustion isn’t a badge of honor — it’s a sign to take care of YOU too.
Final Thought:
If this quiz made you laugh and gave you a little lightbulb moment, that’s the sweet spot. Mom life is exhausting, yes — but if your body feels off no matter how much sleep, coffee, or Target runs you get, it’s worth looking into.
Trust your gut. (And maybe your neck.)
Have you ever had your thyroid checked? Let’s chat in the comments or at least bond over how weirdly tired we are! 💬💛
