Becoming a mum can feel like you’ve been handed the world’s most intense, unpredictable, yet incredibly tiny boss. The demands are constant, the hours are long, and the “job perks”? Let’s just say they don’t include coffee breaks or personal days. Self care as a mum, then, might seem like a fairy tale, or worse—a guilty pleasure you don’t “deserve” yet. But here’s the truth: a mum who takes care of herself isn’t selfish; she’s smart, strong, and giving her best to her baby
- Stealth Self Care Moves (Because Who Has Time?)
In the mum world, self care doesn’t always look like spa days or yoga retreats. It’s more like sipping a cup of coffee while it’s hot, sneaking in a podcast during naptime, or actually getting to wash your hair without a baby peeking around the shower curtain. Find those little “me” moments wherever you can, even if it’s hiding in the pantry with a square of chocolate. (Who’s judging? Not me!)
- The Power of Saying “Yes” to Help
Self care sometimes means accepting a helping hand. It’s ok to ask for a break, even a small one. A friend offers to watch the baby. A family member comes over. Say yes! Take a few guilt-free minutes to do something you love, even if it’s just catching up on that show everyone’s talking about or taking a deep breath in silence.
- Prioritise Rest (and, No, That Doesn’t Always Mean Sleep)
It’s easy to laugh at “get more sleep” advice when your baby thinks 3 a.m. is party time. But rest isn’t just about sleep. Rest can be sitting still, letting your body and mind chill out for a few moments, or curling up with a book, a favourite show, or even just zoning out for a bit, why not join our community and leave us to take care of baby development activities
- Exercise in Whatever Way You Can (Yes, Dancing Around Counts)
Forget about the gym. Dance around with your baby, do a few stretches, or take a leisurely walk with the pram. Moving your body is energising, even if you’re just doing a few squats while rocking your little one back to sleep.
- Embrace Imperfection (Seriously, Perfection Is Overrated)
Here’s a radical idea: you don’t have to do it all, and you definitely don’t have to do it all perfectly. Some days will be amazing; others will be a chaotic blur of spit-up, laundry, and mismatched socks. Both kinds of days are okay. Embrace the mess, the craziness, the unfinished to-do list.
- Treat Yourself to Things That Make You Feel Like You
Sometimes, self-care is as simple as putting on something that makes you feel like a human again—a bit of lipstick, a cute top, or, who knows, even the “fancy” leggings. It’s amazing how much a little self care investment can boost your confidence.
Remember: Self Care is Essential, Not Optional
You’re already an incredible mum. Self care just lets you bring your best to the table, without burning out. So, here’s to you—making it through each day, finding those small moments for yourself, and showing your little one what self-love looks like.
