Self-Care for mums
What I've discovered in my hours of coffee shop catch ups with fellow mums is that we're all sailing in a pretty similar boat. We're all thinking constantly about our kids, and how we can improve thier lives. We worry about their mental health, their circle of friends, their sleep, their diet. Do they know how much we love them? Are they feeling secure, and loved and worthy?
I don't think we should stop doing those things, we couldn't even if we tried.
But . . . . what if we did those things for ourselves too . . .? And for our fellow mums?
Is your mental health ok? Do you have a wide enough circle of friends? Are you getting enough sleep? Do you feel secure and loved and worthy?
Have a scroll, but also, if you're not sure where to start, please reach out over instagram, tiktok, or facebook. I solemnly swear to always be authentic, honest, real and supportive.
Self-care. Honestly. I'm not great at this. But I'm working on it. I get it, it's important.
But jeeeeeez, it needs to not feel like another chore on my already full plate.
Capitalism SUCKS. It taught us that we should only spend time on things if we can make money from it. Maybe some of these affordable hobby ideas can work for you.
Click here to download a free printable to help you set goals, and work out how to ensure you make them happen.
So many of us are raising our kids without any kind of help from family. That's where the friends step in. Have you told your brilliant, awesome, always reliable friend how glad you are to have her in your life?
I know. It seems so cheesy and un-british to extoll your own virtues.
BUT
You should also give it a go with these easy positive affirmation tips.
Ready to let go of all those unhealthy thoughts that have been lodged in your brain since childhood? Check out these reparenting tips and worksheets.
It's scary setting boundaries the first few times when you're used to being a people pleaser.
And then. . . . . WOAH.
Life changing.
Sometimes we need to search a little before we find our tribe. Here's some advice on how to make friends when you're a mum.
You. Deserve. More. Your financial situation should have NOTHING to do with your self- worth. It's time to battle the stigma that comes with living in poverty.
Make it easier to take care of your needs with this easy-to-personalise self-care checklist.
Look after your mental health with these positive affirmation worksheets for the whole family.
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