Social media is a big part of our daily lives. Facebook allows us to keep in touch with friends and family no matter where they live, but there’s a downside. Sometimes seeing all these accomplishments and vacations and beautiful experiences shared by your friends can make you feel inadequate, like you’re not doing enough for yourself or your family. Don’t get caught up in these comparisons!

This article from Baby Center has a few tips that can help you let go of the constant comparisons to other moms and friends, like practicing gratitude for the things you do have rather than focusing on what you don’t. It also helps to remember that what your friends post is just a little glimpse into their lives in the same way what you post is a glimpse into yours. It’s not the whole picture, and things are never as perfect as they look.

Remember that when you share in the joy expressed by your friends, they’re likely to do the same for you the next time you share photos of your own achievements, vacations, or baby milestones!

Read the full article here: Facebook envy and mommy guilt: How to let it all go