{"id":794,"date":"2021-04-19T05:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-04-19T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/intentionallywell.org\/?p=794"},"modified":"2023-07-04T16:36:12","modified_gmt":"2023-07-04T20:36:12","slug":"simple-self-care-tips-for-busy-moms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/intentionallywell.org\/simple-self-care-tips-for-busy-moms\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Simple and Easy Self Care Tips for Busy Moms"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Most self-care tips are not realistic. No, I don’t have time to get a pedicure. My elementary-age child was late for practice, the baby was grumpy from another restless night, and the toddler was triumphantly dancing on the kitchen countertop despite the reminder I gave 30 seconds earlier that we only dance on the floor. Somehow, amid this, I was supposed to prioritize self-care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When self-care takes lots of time and effort, it’s not self-care anymore. I am right there with you. As a mom of 3, I can tell you that there are thriving and surviving seasons. I am passionate about self-care<\/a> and feel strongly about having appropriate and realistic expectations of ourselves. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am excited to share these six simple tips on implementing self-care into your daily routine. And no, I won’t tell you to wake up an hour early every day. Sleep wins in my house, always and forever, amen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#1 Drink Your Coffee Hot<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Why is it so hard to finish coffee with littles running around? It’s impossible to enjoy the full cup while it’s still hot. Reheat<\/strong> that<\/strong> cup, mama.<\/strong> Reheat it as many times as you need to. Make a fresh pot even. Drink your coffee hot. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is something comforting about a hot cup of coffee. Drinking lukewarm coffee makes us all feel blah, and no one wants to start the day off feeling blah. Drink that morning’s happy bean juice from a special mug to level up. I like this one with a verse from the book of Proverbs. Whatever cup you use, let it inspire you and motivate you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2 Get Dressed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I know. Pandemic life made daily pajamas socially acceptable. But think about how good it feels when you wear real clothes instead of those sweatpants from yesterday. I always have a little more pep in my step if I’ve gotten dressed for the day, and it helps me feel more refreshed overall. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I’m not<\/strong> saying go full glam when you’re spending your day at home with babies and toddlers. Do whatever “get dressed” means to you. Sometimes I prefer a hoodie to a sweater\u2014leggings instead of jeans. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I really enjoy makeup, so I wear it every day. However, you might be more of a moisturizer and mascara-only girl. You do you, friend. But spending ten minutes in the morning tending to yourself can help you feel refreshed for your day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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