Making Time For Self-Care As A Busy Mom

~ quirkymoms486

Putting yourself last, I feel like that’s a mom mantra.

We are so busy taking care of our little ones that by the end of the day we barley have enough energy to make it under the covers. Which I know, because I am guilty of it myself.

Being a first time mom, I find myself trying to pack a million tasks into one day. Instead of sitting down and enjoying a simple hot cup of coffee during nap time I am running around switching out laundry, folding laundry.

Seriously though who else hates laundry!? By far a moms worst nightmare.

Vacuuming, picking up toys, emptying the dishwasher…

It’s like there is not enough hours in the day for some me-time and sometimes there really isn’t.

Trust me mama’s, you are not alone in this.

The thing is though, self-care isn’t a treat, it is a necessity.

We need it.

To be a better mom, to be a better partner, to be a better person.

These little ones have the power to drain us, but we need to have the power to take care of ourselves.

So luckily, with Mother’s Day coming up on Sunday I am here to give you some great self-care ideas that are sure to make you feel a little more refreshed.

Sleep In

Doesn’t it just make a HUGE difference? Sleep has such a big impact on your body and the way you feel, so for your well-being and mental health, get some extra sleep as much as you can.

Read A Book

Some of you who know me already probably could have guessed this would be on my self-care list. I love reading and I try everyday to sneak away to get a couple pages read in the book I am currently reading, which is, Where The Crawdads Sing and it is AMAZING.

Drink A HOT Cup Of Coffee Or Tea

Seems like such a simple task. For most moms this is probably a long ago wished for thing, but me being a new mom since my son is only 9 months old it’s still fresh for me. I miss a hot cup of coffee! I don’t like having to re-heat the same cup five times in the span of 30 min. So yes people, being able to sit on the couch with a hot cup of coffee or tea is most defiantly on my self-care list.

A Mini Spa Night

See if your partner will hold the fort down for bedtime routines. Run a hot bubble bath, put that new face mask on, moisturize your skin, paint your nails. You will feel like a million bucks after a night of pampering yourself.

Write In A Journal

You may have already figured this out, but I love writing. I try as much as I can to write down all my thoughts, all my worries, my happiness in journals or by blogging. It helps so much and it’s so relaxing to curl up on the couch or in bed and write your heart out.

Light A Candle Or Diffuse Essential Oils

So relaxing, and you know what? while you are at it turn on the Netflix or Hulu show you need to catch up on.

Take A Walk

During this crazy quarantine situation this has defiantly been one of my biggest self-care things I have done. It just refreshes your whole mindset and burns off nervous energy in these uncertain times.

The list could go on and on but the most important thing is to find something that helps you feel like yourself again and make time during the week to do it!

Being at home all the time right now, it is so needed and you know what?

We deserve it!

Now if you will excuse me, my self-care is going to start with a glass of white wine tonight!

Thanks for stopping by!

Published by quirkymoms486

At Quirky Workin' Moms you will find all things lifestyle and motherhood. From the ups and downs of being a mom, kid friendly recipes, family life and fun activities for both kids and adults. Quirky Workin' Moms is here to let you know that it's ok to be a working mom, it's ok to be a little quirky and it's ok to let loose every now and then!

43 thoughts on “Making Time For Self-Care As A Busy Mom”

  4. My mom has been really stressed working from home so I will definitely share these ideas with her and hopefully, they will help her! Thanks for sharing your tips (: Happy almost Mother’s Day!

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  5. I love all of these so much! I love writing and reading so much, but only ever find time for my gratitude journal and blog haha Great post!

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  7. It’s so important for you to be able to take a little time out to recharge. Great tips for having a bit of me-time! Not a mum yet, but can totally relate to them!

    Aimsy xoxo
    Aimsy’s Antics

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  8. I can only imagine the difficulty in finding time for yourself when you become a mom. I don’t have any children yet and I’m thankful for all the time I have. Add a kid into that mix? I have no idea how I would not lose my mind.

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    1. Yes! I’m a new mom too and first baby so it’s defiantly an adjustment when you think back on life before but it’s so worth it as well. Thanks for reading 😊

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  9. I’m not a mum – but if i ever manage to drink my tea or coffee hot then it will be a very odd day!!!! Love this though, glad you’re looking after yourself lovely. Xx

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    1. Yess!! I feel like even when I wasn’t sometimes I would still get super busy, especially at work but now that I am a mom it’s ten times worse. Thank you, I hope you are as well! Thanks for reading 😊

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  10. Great ideas! That first sip of coffee is like a warm hug! I think, it’s also okay to just stare at the wall (or out your backyard ya?). In this hustle bustle world we feel guilty for sitting and not doing anything and we shouldn’t.

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  11. I’ve been reading Where the Crawdads Sing as well and am LOVING IT. The writing is so rich and captivating, I feel utterly immersed in the deep south. I’ve also become addicted to having essential oil diffusers in my writing and reading space. Such a timely post 🙂

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    1. Yesss the writing of it! I love the southern dialog, defiantly haven’t read a book like it before and I’m consumed! Thank you so much for reading, let me know what you think when you finish Crawdads!

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  12. I can definitely relate to this but I struggle to find the time for self-care. I tried to paint my nails last night so they would look good for my daughter’s first birthday coming up. But before they got to dry hubby needed help with something and now they look terrible lol.

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    1. Oh my goodness I so relate to that as well!! The littlest things get in the way of our me-time I swear! I hope you can get at least one day or night or pampering yourself this week! Thanks for reading 🙂

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  13. Love this! As a SAHM mom I am so guilty of never taking a second to myslef, but you just inspired me to try and start taking a couple minutes everyday for myself!

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  14. My 3 kids are grown now, but I was talking to a single mom going through a divorce and she was saying how sad she was when the kids visited their dad. I suggested that she use that time for self care so she could be the best mom to those kids when they return. It seemed to encourage her. Thank you for trying to encourage other moms. We all need it!

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  16. I agree. Sometimes we just need to sit back and relax. Take some time out for ourselves. Reading a book is the best therapy. It also keeps you away from constantly using social media. Great blog!

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