Taking Care of Mom Matters Too

Self-care doesn't always mean a spa day, a weekend away, or hours of uninterrupted alone time.

Sometimes self-care looks like taking a breath.

Sometimes it means asking for help.

Sometimes it means saying no.

And sometimes it means giving yourself permission to do absolutely nothing for a few minutes.

At Tired As A Mother Club, we believe self-care should fit into real motherhood—not an unrealistic version of it.

REST

  • Take a 20-minute nap

  • Go to bed earlier

  • Sit quietly with no responsibilities for 10 minutes

  • Ask someone to take over for a little while

  • Have a slow morning when possible

  • Mediate

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MENTAL & EMOTIONAL

  • Journal what you're feeling

  • Take 5 minutes to breathe

  • Have a “no guilt” quiet moment

  • Listen to music that makes you feel good

  • Take a break from social media

  • Write down what you need instead of pushing through

BODY & WELLNESS

  • Take a walk

  • Stretch for 10 minutes

  • Drink more water

  • Take a shower without rushing

  • Do your skincare routine

  • Get your hair or nails done when you can

  • Read a book

  • Return to an old hobby

  • Watch your favorite show

  • Get dressed and do your make up just because you want to

  • Go somewhere alone

  • Spend time with friends

  • Make a list of things you enjoy outside of motherhood