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Parents & KidsMay 7, 2024
5 Self-Care Rituals for Mother’s Day
So much of motherhood involves caring for others and making other people’s lives feel special, so it’s important to take some quality time for yourself on Mother’s Day. Once the breakfast in bed has been served and the homemade cards have been thoroughly cherished, there are so many ways you can pile on the self-care throughout the day.
After all, the key to feeling like an absolute queen on Mother’s Day is to do exactly what you want! If you’re looking for ideas, here are 5 ways to take your Mother’s Day rejuvenation to the next level.
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Enjoy a Forest Bath
What better way to spend Mother’s Day than by connecting with Mother Nature? If you’re craving some time outdoors, explore your local trails. Sites like AllTrails can help you find the perfect destination. And instead of rushing from point A to point B, try to make the adventure mindful and incorporate some of the principles of forest bathing. As you walk, engage your senses by breathing deeply, noticing the plants and insects, smelling that delightful forest aroma, and even touching the natural elements around you. Spending time in nature this way has many relaxing benefits!1
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Have a Kid-Free Weekend Away
If you’re in the trenches of early motherhood, the gift of free time may be just what you need. Caring for tiny humans is hard work, so treat yourself to a weekend away. And the less complicated it is, the better! Consider renting a hotel room, either in your city or nearby, and catch up on all the sleep and self-care you’ve been dreaming about. You might have your spouse do a solo night of parenting, or if you’re craving some quality time together, see if the grandparents can babysit for a night (or two). The best part is that all weekend long, there’s no cooking, cleaning, or toddler meltdowns involved.
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Splurge on Something Just for You
It might feel frivolous, but splurging on a special gift for yourself is a wonderful form of self-care. Go ahead and get that special item that’s been sitting in your cart forever! It doesn’t have to be a costly item or even a material object either. If there’s a coffee shop you’ve been dying to visit or a yoga class you’ve had your eye on, Mother’s Day is the perfect time to take the plunge and try something new. Even the smallest pleasures in life can be a tangible sign of how much you love and care for yourself.
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Take Yourself to a Movie
When you’re craving a mini escape from it all, but don’t want to take a whole weekend away, consider spending a few hours in a dark and cozy movie theatre. Going to see a movie gives you a chance to get lost in another world, reconnect with the things you’re interested in, and take a break from the daily craziness that can come with parenthood. Be sure to get yourself lots of delicious movie snacks and if you don’t want to go solo, you definitely don’t have to! Consider inviting some mom-friends who might be in the mood for some time away, as well.
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Spend Quality Time With Friends
Mother’s Day is often a family affair, but it can also be a day to connect with your community of other moms. If hosting is your happy place, consider putting on an herbal mocktail hour with potluck appetizers. You could serve up sweet and tangy Passionflower Palomas, delightfully tropical-tasting Kava Coco-Ritas, or find even more inspiration in the recipes section of our blog. If bringing the whole gang to your place is not your jam, consider making brunch reservations for just the pals, or rally around a new mom who might need the support of a home-cooked meal, help with the dishes, or just a little encouragement.
Citation: [1] Park BJ;Tsunetsugu Y;Kasetani T;Kagawa T;Miyazaki Y; The physiological effects of Shinrin-yoku: Evidence from field experiments in 24 Forests across Japan. Environmental health and preventive medicine. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19568835. Accessed April 18, 2024.