52 Self Care Ideas for Busy Moms

Being a mom is such a rewarding job, but also is the toughest job you will ever have. There is mom guilt, daycares, schools, eating habits, friends, discipline, and so much more that we think about all.day.long! You deserve some time for yourself, mama, which is why today I’m sharing 52 self care ideas for busy moms!

Some of you might be rolling your eyes at me thinking to yourself, “Sounds nice, but with what time?”

I know it’s difficult to find time for yourself, but I promise you it’s there! Not to mention, it’s super important to take!

We all have 24 hours in the day. Take away 7-8 hours for sleep at night, and you are left with 16-17 hours each day. I realize this time gets filled up quickly with everything there is to do, but I am hoping that after you see these simple ways to get in some self care,  you will start taking some time for yourself each day (even if it’s just 5 minutes of praying in the car before entering the house each night).

Find Time for Self Care

In an ideal world self care sounds great, but how can I find the time?

Here are a few suggestions:

• Have the kids help out more around the house.
• Hire a babysitter.
• Enlist your hubby to help when you can.
• Ask for help from grandma or grandpa.
• Plan to trade time with another mama so that you take them one afternoon, and she can take them another.
• Don’t be afraid to say no to others and other activities.

Self Care Ideas

Here are some super simple self care ideas to start trying in your home today! If there aren’t enough to convince you, then one thing I have found is that when I make time for some self care each day, I am more productive throughout the rest of the day! Who doesn’t want to be more productive?

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Here they are:

1. Read a good book/listen to a podcast
2. Go someplace quiet in your home (even if it’s a closet) and pray/meditate for 5 minutes
3. Listen to your favorite song
4. Call a friend
5. Write a gratitude list
6. Go to lunch (by yourself)
7. Hire a babysitter for an hour while you get out of the house (It doesn’t matter where, just go mama!)
8. Take a nap
9. Get ready
10. Plan a date night
11. Watch your favorite show
12. Have a pj day, and stay in bed
13. Go for a walk
14. Do some yoga
15. Indulge in some ice cream or chocolate by yourself
16. Wake up 10 minutes earlier and enjoy some coffee while the kids are still sleeping
17. Take a shower
18. Take a long bath (with essential oils)
19. Get a massage
20. Try a new restaurant
21. Plan a night away
22. Go to a coffee shop to work by yourself and enjoy some Jo
23. Meet up with friends
24. Pray
25. Meditate
26. Take the kids to the YMCA and either workout or enjoy some alone time while they are in childcare
27. Cozy up by the fireplace and enjoy the warmth
28. Get out in nature
29. Play a game with a friend
30. After the kids are in bed, relax with some tv or a good book
31. Try a new hobby
32. Take a chocolate break while the kids play (make sure it’s out of sight!)
33. Diffuse calming essential oils like Lavender, Frankincense, Roman Chamomile, Vetiver, or Cedarwood
34. Cuddle with your kids
35. Go get a manicure or pedicure
36. Write in a journal
37. Read inspirational quotes
38. Have a dance party
39. Order in dinner
40. Spend some time alone
41. Organize a drawer or your closet
42. Enjoy a quiet cup of tea
43. Turn off your phone for an hour or whole day if you can do it!
44. Don’t be afraid to say no to someone
45. Go to a movie
46. Drink more water
47. Stretch
48. Color for 5-10 minutes
49. Learn someone new
50. Spend 10 minutes in the sunshine
51. Try acupuncture
52. Bake something for fun

As you can see these are all some great self care ideas for busy moms! Remember that when you take time for some self care, you are better rested to be able to handle all that life may bring! Here’s to you mama! You’ve got this. 🙂

Want more self care ideas and a self care plan?

Since so many people have been asking for some self care help, I created a self care 5-day challenge!

Not only will you have a plan for self-care in your life after the challenge, but you will also know how to work your plan!

Each day of the challenge you receive:

• Details for the challenge that day 
• Tips on how to start your own self-care routine
• Encouragement as you navigate through everything
• A way for you to connect and support other people in the Challenge

Since all of us are busy, I made sure to keep the challenge for each day at only 5-10 minutes! 

Are you ready? I AM!

Yes Please! Join the FREE 5-Day Self Care Challenge!

Let’s start living more intentionally, saying yes to ourselves, feeling better, and being better able to take care of the people we love! Are you in?

YES! I’M IN! SIGN ME UP FOR THE FREE 5 DAY SELF CARE CHALLENGE!

What are your favorite self care ideas? Let me know by leaving a comment below or sharing a comment or picture on my Facebook Page or tagging me on Instagram (@simply_reenI). I love hearing your feedback!

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All the best,

Reeni

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