Kim Kardashian Gets Candid About Her Struggles Raising Four Kids: 'It Has Been The Most Demanding Thing'

In a recent interview, Kim Kardashian candidly discussed the realities of motherhood, highlighting the chaos and demands of raising four children. 

The reality star revealed the emotional toll of parenting, admitting to moments of crying herself to sleep due to the overwhelming responsibilities and challenges.

Despite the difficulties, Kardashian shared her love for her role as a mother, emphasizing that it is the most rewarding job in the world. She acknowledged that "There is nothing that can prepare you..."

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Kim Kardashian recently spoke about the joys and challenges of mothering her four children. In a clip from the "On Purpose with Jay Shetty" podcast shared with People magazine, the 42-year-old star spoke candidly about her experiences raising her kids, North, 9, Saint 7, Chicago, 5, and Psalm, 4. All of whom she shares with her ex-husband Kanye West.

When asked about the difference between her expectations of parenting before having kids and her reality now, the mom of four shared, "Everyone says the days are long and the years are short, and that couldn't be a more true statement."

She added, "So when you're in it, especially when they're babies, and you're feeding... There's madness going on. It's like full madness. It's the best chaos, though."

Describing the mornings in her household, the SKIMS founder disclosed the whirlwind of activities and demands. She explained, "You have no idea what's going on. It's like I always have to do one of my daughter's hair — and it has to be perfect, and it has to be a certain way — and then this one needs me to put his shoes on, and they all need you... It's like full crazy madness, cooking, running around. Like, it's wild."

During the chat, Kardashian continued to open up about her experiences as a mother and the profound impact it has had on her. She revealed that parenting has been a tremendous teacher and "is the thing that has taught me the most about myself."

Acknowledging her challenges, Kardashian shared, "It has been the most demanding thing. There are nights when I find myself crying to sleep. Like, holy shit, this f***ing tornado in my house. Like, what just happened?"

She continued, "You know, with all the moods and the personalities, and sometimes they're fighting, and there's no one there. It's [just] me to play a good police officer and bad cop."

Although she shared her intention to become more assertive as a parent, Kardashian couldn't help but admit, "Parenting is f***ing hard." However, she emphasized that patenting "is the most rewarding job in the entire world," but it is a job that defies any preparation or expectations. "Nothing can prepare you. ... I don't care how long you wait. I don't care what you're waiting for. You are never prepared."

The reality star provided further insight into the chaotic nights she experiences at home with her four children. She humorously shared, "We are going hour by hour to see if we're gonna survive night by night."

Kardashian candidly described how a single tantrum could turn their lives upside down, stating, "If a tantrum comes in, oh my God, your life is entirely upside down.

"But it teaches you so much more about yourself than I think anyone, any parent, could have ever anticipated."

Reflecting on the realities of motherhood, Kardashian mentioned the relatable moments when self-care takes a backseat. "There are nights when you don't wash your hair for days as a mom, and you have spit up all over you, and you're wearing the same pajamas," she shared, particularly acknowledging the added challenges brought by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Despite the inevitable chaos and exhaustion, Kardashian expressed her unwavering love for her role as a mother. She emphasized that nothing can fully prepare anyone for the experience of parenting, but "It is the most challenging, rewarding job on this planet."

During her appearance on the "Angie Martinez IRL" podcast in December 2022, Kardashian became emotional while opening up about the challenges of co-parenting and the lengths she goes to protect her children and ex-husband.

About her home environment, Kardashian emphasized that her children are shielded from any harmful or public incidents involving their father, West, stating, "In my home, my kids don't know anything that goes on. I'm holding onto my thread. I know I'm so close to that not happening. But while it's still that way, I will protect that to the end of the Earth for as long as I can."

The mom of four broke down as she discussed her public divorce from West and drew a parallel to her upbringing with her late father, attorney Robert Kardashian. Tearfully she shared, "I had the best dad. I don't want to get emotional. It has just been a day for me. It's hard. S**t, like co-parenting, it's f***ing hard, you know.'