Self-Care for Moms - Why it Matters & What You Can Do - Motherly
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Self Care

During motherhood, self-care can fall by the wayside. Motherly is here to help you make it a priority, rather than one more thing on your to-do list.

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Pampering postpartum moms shouldn’t be a luxury—how can we make it accessible for all?

At a time when families need more support than ever, American society leaves them particularly vulnerable.

Updated Dec. 12, 2024
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Moms are paying it forward for fellow moms by leaving Target gift cards in diaper boxes

The sentiment is a poignant reminder that no one sees moms like other moms do.

Updated Sep. 25, 2024
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This is what moms get wrong about self-care, according to a therapist

Hint: Self-care isn’t about “fixing” yourself, it’s about honoring your needs.

Updated Mar. 15, 2023
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High on motherhood: The rise of the ‘Cannamoms’

More moms are using cannabis as a tool to cope with the stresses of modern motherhood. Here’s what the cannabis-curious need to know.

Updated Mar. 22, 2024
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Pigeon pose and other self-care practices you can do with your child

Sometimes a short escape from routine is the remedy.

Updated Feb. 20, 2024
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Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to restart your self-care routine

It’s about self-care and self-compassion, mama.

Updated Jan. 23, 2024
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The resource we aren’t talking about: Women’s time

While we all only have 24 hours in a day, women spend 40% more time caregiving than men. 

Updated Jan. 04, 2024

17 important phrases to say if you’re being mistreated while giving birth

Repeat after us: "You do not have my permission."

Updated Oct. 02, 2024
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Feeling stressed? Why experts say scream therapy might be the self-care you’re missing

Elsa may have said “let it go,” but experts are saying to “let it out.” Here’s how scream therapy can help you release pent-up emotions.

Updated Mar. 15, 2023
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Mothers are their children’s ‘happiness anchors’

But how can moms create happiness anchors for themselves? The answer: In glimmers and small rituals.

Updated Nov. 17, 2023
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The meaningful reason more moms are keeping their placentas

Plus how—and why—to honor the incredible organ that’s too often treated like medical waste.

Updated Mar. 28, 2025
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SAHMs deserve childcare, but many are too afraid to ask

29% of SAHMs have never used childcare, not even family assistance, a survey from Mother Untitled finds.

Updated Sep. 14, 2023
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