How to Navigate Mom Guilt
Mom guilt is something a lot of mothers experience, especially when it comes to needing to return to work or your self-care needs. We want to acknowledge that making time for yourself is okay, and is well-deserved. Moms need breaks, and we want to acknowledge the stigma that surrounds this topic. There is this pressure of doing things perfectly and everyone telling you what to do. However, all of this can eventually take a toll on you and it is important to set boundaries. Here we provide an emphasis that mom guilt is common and there are ways to overcome it. We have provided some tips on what you can do for yourself. In addition, we have linked our mental health and social support page if you are looking for specific resources.
Increase Time For Self-Care
Listen to a Podcast
Most listened podcasts:
1. CRIME JUNKIE
2. MY FAVORITE MURDER
3. THE DAILY
4. OFFICE LADIES
5. HIDDEN BRAIN
6. STUFF YOU SHOULD KNOW
7. OVERHEARD AT NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC
Get Active
1. Go on a hike
2. A walk around the park
3. Sign up for a gym
4. Sign up for a race
5. Rent a bike around the beach
Take a Break
1. Taking a nap
2. Watching a show or movie
3. Going to a spa
4. Getting a massage
Give them a Call
As a mom you are always busy, and when you are having a rough day it is nice to talk about it with someone whether that be a close family member, friend, partner, or whoever your trusted person may be.
Practice mediation
1. Mindful Meditation
2. Headspace App
3. Calm App
4. Sign up for a class
5. Yoga
Give yourself grace
No one is perfect, and we all make mistakes. Give yourself permission to forgive your mistakes, lapses in judgement, and past behavior. Don't be too hard on yourself because motherhood is a difficult journey, and there is no right way to do.
Finding Your Niche
Social support groups can be a great way of navigating mom guilt. Here we have a few suggestions of the support groups you have and may want to reach out to or maybe would want to build.
