- ivydames
- Mar 24, 2025
- 2 min read
Mornings as a mom are chaotic. Between getting the kids ready, packing lunches, and dealing with last-minute meltdowns, your own breakfast often takes a backseat. But if you’re trying to lose weight, boost energy, and keep up with your little ones, how you start your day matters.
Here are five common breakfast mistakes moms make and simple fixes to fuel your body without adding stress to your morning routine.
1. Skipping Breakfast or Just Drinking Coffee
The Mistake:
You’re running late, so you grab a coffee and call it breakfast. But an empty stomach and caffeine spike set you up for energy crashes, cravings, and mood swings later in the day.
The Fix:
You don’t need a sit-down meal, but you do need something with protein and fiber to keep blood sugar stable. Try a protein smoothie, Greek yogurt with berries, or a boiled egg with avocado toast—easy options that take less than five minutes.
2. Not Eating Enough Protein
The Mistake:
A bowl of cereal or a piece of toast might be quick, but they’re mostly carbs, which digest quickly and leave you hungry again by 10 a.m.
The Fix:
Aim for at least 20-30 grams of protein at breakfast. Some easy, high-protein options:
Scrambled eggs with cheese and a side of fruit
A protein shake with almond milk and frozen berries
Cottage cheese with flaxseeds and a handful of nuts
Protein helps keep you full longer and stabilizes blood sugar, so you’re not reaching for snacks all morning.
3. Letting the Kids Eat But Not Yourself
The Mistake:
You prepare a balanced breakfast for your kids, but you’re so busy managing their chaos that you forget to eat—or you just pick at their leftovers.
The Fix:
Make your breakfast just as much of a priority as theirs. Prep something simple the night before, like overnight oats or egg muffins, so all you have to do is grab and eat.
4. Choosing 'Kid-Friendly' Breakfasts That Leave You Hungry
The Mistake:
Eating the same breakfast as your kids—like waffles, toast, or sugary yogurt—might be convenient, but these don’t provide the balanced fuel you need.
The Fix:
If you’re eating what they eat, make it work for you:
Add peanut butter & chia seeds to toast for protein and fiber
Swap sugary cereal for Greek yogurt + granola
Pair waffles with eggs or a protein shake to balance it out
5. Eating Too Little (Then Overeating Later)
The Mistake:
You try to keep breakfast “light” because you’re focused on weight loss—but by mid-afternoon, you’re starving and end up over-snacking or making poor choices.
The Fix:
Front-loading your day with enough food prevents cravings and overeating later. Focus on a balanced breakfast with protein, healthy fats, and fiber so your energy lasts.
Your Breakfast Sets the Tone for the Day
Skipping breakfast or choosing the wrong foods can leave you feeling tired, cranky, and stuck in a cycle of cravings. But with a few simple shifts, you can start your day feeling full, energized, and in control.
Need easy, high-protein breakfast ideas that fit into your busy mom life? Check out this blog or my shop to see more inspiration and free meal plans.