Mothers are like glue. Even when you can’t see them, they’re still holding the family together.
-Susan Gale
Happy Mother’s Day week! Do you have any big plans for your special day this year? I’m still figuring out what I want to do with my family (and what my two teens will actually agree to do with their mom on Mother’s Day). Definitely something outside. Maybe hiking? We shall see…
One thing I’ve learned over my 17 years of motherhood, is that Mother’s Day won’t be perfect, but it will be perfectly imperfect. I’m looking forward to seeing how this year plays out…
Let’s start with of some common motherhood stressors you might be feeling right now, especially this week leading up to Mother’s Day itself:
- Perfectionism and wanting everything to be a certain way, and feeling disappointed if the day turns out differently than your expectations
- Feeling emotionally disconnected from one or more of your children
- Anxiety and worry about your kids’ futures and what’s going to happen in their lives
- Sad that you yelled at your kids or just weren’t the best version of yourself recently
- Frustrated at the lack of time for yourself/ not having enough time for self-care
- Grief around how fast time is going by and how quickly your kids are growing up
- Anger that your wants and needs in life aren’t often a priority (maybe even on Mother’s Day itself)
What else would you add here?
Mother’s Day self-care ideas:
- Sleep in
- Eat breakfast in bed
- Exercise
- Journal
- Meditate
- Be mindful and present in the moment
- Do something new and creative
- Connect with your loved ones, both near and far
What else would you add here?
Happy Mother’s Day!!
**Also, if Mother’s Day tends to be hard for you, because of the loss of your own mom, a child, a miscarriage/pregnancy loss, infertility or a myriad of other reasons, know that you’re not alone. I’ve been there too. Take time to process, validate and honor your grief. I’m sending lots of love and support your way.