m+ life: The 10 Minute Mum Reset: A Self Care Plan That Actually Fits Your Day
The 10 Minute Mum Reset: A Self-Care Plan That Actually Fits Your Day
Motherhood has a way of stretching time for everyone but you. Between the constant juggle and the never ending to do list, self-care can feel like a luxury that only exists in books and Instagram posts.
But here’s the thing: it doesn’t have to be elaborate or time consuming to be effective. Sometimes, 10 minutes is all you need to feel like you again.
1. A Quick Self-Care Ritual
Hot & Cold Therapy – A contrast shower (30 seconds of cold, followed by warm) wakes up your body, boosts circulation, and helps with stress. If that’s a step too far, simply splashing your face with cold water or holding an ice cube to your wrist can give you a similar reset.
Tea Meditation – Boil the kettle, choose a tea you love, and actually sit down to drink it. No emails, no multitasking, just 5 minutes of quiet focus on the warmth, the taste, and the simple act of pausing.
Breath Reset – Try the 4-7-8 breathing technique (inhale for 4, hold for 7, exhale for 8) to instantly calm your nervous system. It’s grounding, it’s easy, and it works anywhere.
2. A Mindfulness Shift That Actually Helps
Let go of the idea that self-care has to be a full routine or an uninterrupted hour.
Instead, think of it as micro moments, tiny pockets of time where you do something nourishing, whether it’s stretching while your coffee brews or stepping outside just for a deep breath.
The shift? It’s not about waiting for the perfect moment; it’s about taking the ones you have.
3. A Beauty Pick That Works Fast
The 30-Second Glow Boost
A good facial mist can refresh, hydrate, and make you feel instantly more awake. Try the Tatcha Luminous Dewy Skin Mist for a dewy, fresh faced look in seconds, perfect for those days when your skin (and patience) are running on empty.
Because self-care isn’t about doing more, it’s about small things that help you feel more like yourself, even on the busiest days.